Randy Orton, born Randal Keith Orton on April 1, 1980, in Knoxville, Tennessee, is an American professional wrestler and actor, widely known for his tenure with WWE. He is part of one of wrestling’s most iconic dynasties — the Orton Family, a three-generation wrestling lineage that has significantly shaped the sport’s history.​

Randy Orton 

  • Full Name: Randal Keith Orton

  • Born: April 1, 1980 – Knoxville, Tennessee, USA

  • Nationality: American

  • Profession: Professional Wrestler, Actor

  • Ring Name: Randy Orton

  • Nicknames: The Viper, The Legend Killer, The Apex Predator

  • Known For: WWE Championships, RKO Finisher, Legacy Stable

Family Background and Ancestry

Randy Orton comes from a family of mostly German and English ancestry, with deep roots in the United States. His family’s connection to wrestling began in the mid-20th century through his grandfather Bob Orton Sr., and has continued through multiple generations of performers, making them one of the longest-standing wrestling families.​

Grandparents and Extended Family

  • Grandfather: Robert “Bob” Orton Sr. (1929–2006), known as The Big O, was a major professional wrestler active from the 1950s to the 1980s. He worked with the National Wrestling Alliance (NWA) and Stampede Wrestling and was a respected veteran of the sport.​

  • Grandmother: Rita Orton, wife of Bob Sr., remained largely out of the public spotlight but was known as a central family figure in the early Orton household.​

  • Uncle: Barry Orton (1958–2021), also known by his ring name Barry O, was a professional wrestler and musician. Barry had a brief WWE career in the 1980s and later transitioned into acting.​

Parents and Siblings

  • Father: Robert Keith “Cowboy Bob” Orton Jr. (born November 10, 1950) — a WWE Hall of Famer and one of the most technically gifted wrestlers of his era. He appeared alongside Roddy Piper in the inaugural WrestleMania main event in 1985 and was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2005. His in-ring intelligence and signature cast-arm gimmick inspired many storylines later adopted by Randy.​

  • Mother: Elaine Orton — a nurse and supportive presence in Randy’s upbringing. Randy has publicly expressed gratitude to her for the guidance and compassion she showed amid his demanding family life. Elaine and Bob Jr. were married in 1968.​

  • Siblings:

    • Nathan Orton — Randy’s younger brother, a stand-up comedian based in St. Louis.

    • Rebecca (Becky) Orton — Randy’s younger sister, who maintains a private life outside the wrestling world.​

Marriages and Family Life

1️⃣ Samantha Speno (Married 2007 – Divorced 2013)

  • Occupation: Makeup artist and entrepreneur.

  • Met Randy before he became a top WWE star.

  • Daughter: Alanna Marie Orton (born July 12, 2008).

  • They remain on good terms and co-parent their daughter.

2️⃣ Kimberly Kessler (Married 2015 – Present)

  • Former member of Randy’s fan club before meeting him.

  • Married Randy in November 2015 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

  • Children:

    • Daughter: Brooklyn Rose Orton (born November 22, 2016).

  • Kimberly has three sons from a previous relationship: Michael, Anthony, and Robbie, whom Randy helps raise as his own stepchildren.

Children

  1. Alanna Marie Orton

    • Born: 2008 (with Samantha Speno)

    • Randy’s eldest child.

    • Often seen in photos with her father during family events.

  2. Brooklyn Rose Orton

    • Born: 2016 (with Kimberly Kessler)

    • Randy’s youngest daughter; the “light of his life,” as he often says in interviews.

  3. Stepchildren:

    • Michael, Anthony, and Robbie (from Kimberly’s previous relationship).

    • Randy considers them part of his family and often mentions how much he enjoys being a stepdad.

Family Character and Legacy

The Ortons represent three generations of professional wrestling, each defining different eras:

  • Bob Orton Sr. helped pave the path for the family name in the early NWA territories.

  • Cowboy Bob Orton brought innovation to WWE’s national rise in the 1980s.

  • Randy Orton has modernized that legacy with two decades of dominance in WWE, becoming a 14-time World Champion, synonymous with precision, athleticism, and longevity in wrestling.​

Randy’s children mark a fourth generation, leaving open the possibility that the Orton wrestling legacy could continue into the future.

Family Heritage

  • Ethnicity: Primarily American of European descent.

  • Religion: Christian background.

  • Home: Lives in Missouri, USA, with his wife and children.

  • Family Values: Discipline, loyalty, legacy, and tradition — all key traits of the Orton family.

 

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