Anthony Luke (born November 11, 1996) is an American professional wrestler and former professional football player. He is signed with WWE, where he performs on the NXT and Evolve brands under the ring name Kam Hendrix.[1]
Early life
Luke lettered three times in football as a defensive lineman and running back while attending Woodcreek High School in Roseville, California. He went on to play college football as a defensive lineman for American River College from 2015–2016 and later San Diego State University from 2017–2018.[4][5]
Professional football career
On March 10, 2020, Luke signed with the Montreal Alouettes of the Canadian Football League (CFL).[6] The 2020 CFL season was cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. He spent the entire 2021 season on the Alouettes’ practice roster.[7] Luke signed a futures contract with Montreal on December 2, 2021.[7] He was released on June 5, 2022.[7]
Professional wrestling career
WWE (2024–present)
Luke signed with WWE and made his in-ring debut during an April 13, 2024 NXT live event with Josh Black and Shawn Spears in a six-man tag team match against Dion Lennox, Drake Morreaux and Joe Gacy.[8] Luke made his televised debut as a contestant for the first season of the WWE reality television program LFG (“Legends & Future Greats”). On the March 2, 2025 episode, he wrestled his first televised match on LFG against rookie Drake Morreaux.[9] Luke was given the ring name Kam Hendrix and performed on the Evolve brand in late 2025. Hendrix made his debut for the NXT brand on the April 28, 2026 episode of NXT, where he ambushed NXT North American Champion Myles Borne after his championship defense.[10]
Personal life
Luke began dating fellow professional wrestler Sydney Zmrzel, better known as Maxxine Dupri, in 2018. He proposed to her on December 23, 2024, in Troncones, Mexico.[11] The couple were married on December 31, 2025, in Naples, Florida.[12]
References
- ^ a b Lambert, Jeremy (23 November 2025). “WWE NXT Live Results (11/22)”. Fightful.
- ^ a b c d e Anthony Luke’s Profile on TheSmackDownHotel.com. Retrieved March 13, 2025.
- ^ a b c d Anthony Luke’s Profile on CAGEMATCH.net. Retrieved March 13, 2025.
- ^ San Diego State Aztecs Football Profile. Retrieved March 13, 2025.
- ^ Anthony Luke’s ESPN Profile. Retrieved March 13, 2025.
- ^ Canadian Football League Latest Signings. (March 10, 2020). “Montreal Alouettes sign Anthony Luke.” Retrieved March 13, 2025.
- ^ a b c “Anthony Luke”. CFL.ca. Retrieved 17 June 2026.
- ^ April 13, 2025 WWE NXT Live Results. on CAGEMATCH.net. Retrieved March 13, 2025.
- ^ WWE LFG: Legends & Future Greats Episode #3: “Verbal Takedown.” on CAGEMATCH.net. Retrieved March 13, 2025.
- ^ Thompson, Andrew (April 28, 2026). “Kam Hendrix, Tristan Angels Arrive On 4/28 WWE NXT”. Fightful. Retrieved April 30, 2026.
- ^ Rueter, Sam (December 24, 2024). “Maxxine Dupri announces her engagement to WWE NXT wrestler”. Cageside Seats. Retrieved December 24, 2024.
- ^ Robinette, Ashley (December 31, 2025). “WWE Stars Sydney Zmrzel and Anthony Luke Are Married! Inside the Pro Wrestlers’ NYE Beach Wedding (Exclusive)”. People. Retrieved January 1, 2026.