Trick Williams, born Matrick Mondre Belton on May 26, 1994, is an American professional wrestler currently signed with WWE, performing on the NXT brand. He is notable for being a former two-time NXT Champion, a one-time NXT North American Champion, and the winner of the 2023 Men’s Iron Survivor Challenge.
Early Life and Football Career
Before wrestling, Belton was a collegiate football player. He played for the Hampton Pirates on a full scholarship in 2012-2013 and later walked on to the South Carolina Gamecocks team from 2014 to 2016, where he played alongside his brothers. He caught 11 passes for 121 yards during his college career and graduated in physical education. After going undrafted in 2017, he briefly worked as an assistant coach and played in The Spring League in 2018, also attending a Philadelphia Eagles rookie minicamp tryout.
Wrestling Career
Belton began his wrestling career in 2018 as “Sweet Daddy Trick” after training in Philadelphia. He signed with WWE in February 2021 and debuted on television as Trick Williams in September 2021, aligning with Carmelo Hayes to form the “Trick Melo Gang.” He quickly established himself as a heel and later turned face in 2023. Williams won the NXT North American Championship in September 2023 but had the shortest reign in the title’s history, losing it after three days.
In 2025, Trick Williams made history by winning the TNA World Championship at NXT Battleground, marking his first world title and the first time a WWE-contracted wrestler won the TNA title inside a WWE ring. His victory was notable as the TNA World Championship changed hands outside of TNA for the first time, a rare occurrence in wrestling promotions.
Other Media
Williams has appeared as a playable character in WWE video games such as WWE 2K23, WWE 2K24, and WWE 2K25. He also had a guest role in the TV series All American.
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Summary of Key Achievements
- Two-time NXT Champion
- One-time NXT North American Champion
- Winner of the 2023 Men’s Iron Survivor Challenge
- Current TNA World Champion (first WWE wrestler to hold this title)
- Made history by winning the TNA title at NXT Battleground in 2025
Relationship Status
Trick Williams is currently in a relationship with Anriel Howard, who is better known by her ring name Lash Legend. She is also a professional wrestler competing in WWE NXT. Their relationship has been publicly acknowledged, including an on-screen kiss on WWE NXT, and they have shown affection for each other both on and off television.
However, there is a note that Lash Legend ended her relationship with Trick Williams as of June 4, 2024, according to a YouTube video title, but the content is not accessible for confirmation. Given the multiple recent sources indicating their relationship, the most reliable and up-to-date information suggests they are or were romantically linked, but there may have been a breakup around mid-2024.
Net Worth
Trick Williams, whose real name is Matrick Mondre Belton, has an estimated net worth ranging between $1 million and $2 million as of early 2025. Most sources consistently report his net worth at around $1 million, primarily earned through his WWE NXT salary, endorsements, merchandise sales, and brand collaborations. Williams has also benefited from various endorsement deals with brands like WWE Shop, Chalk Line Apparel, and Tekken, further contributing to his financial success.
Trick Williams’ journey from college football to professional wrestling highlights his athletic versatility and rising prominence in the wrestling world.
