Maxwell Jacob Friedman

Biography

Maxwell Tyler Friedman, better known by the ring name Maxwell Jacob Friedman (often shortened to the initials MJF), is an American professional wrestler who made his professional wrestling debut in 2015 for Create A Pro Wrestling. He signed with All Elite Wrestling (AEW) in 2019 and is a three-time AEW World Champion, including a record-setting first reign of 406 days, and is also a one-time AEW International Champion. In addition to wrestling, Friedman has pursued acting roles, appearing in The Iron Claw (2023), where he portrayed Lance Von Erich, and in Happy Gilmore 2 (2025) alongside Adam Sandler. He was also featured on Impractical Jokers, a hidden-camera comedy series centered on four lifelong friends who challenge one another to complete embarrassing public dares. Friedman previously worked for Major League Wrestling (MLW), where he became a one-time MLW World Tag Team Champion...

Known For

Career Timeline

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  1. 2026
    AEW Dynasty 2026

    MJF • Acting

  2. 2026
  3. 2026
  4. 2026
    AEW Revolution 2026

    MJF • Acting

  5. 2026
    The Floaters

    Matt • Acting

  6. 2026
  7. 2025
    Happy Gilmore 2

    Gordie • Acting

  8. 2025
    AEW All Out 2025

    MJF • Acting

Maxwell Jacob Friedman - Aperture