Adam Scherr

Adam Scherr has been known to millions around the world as WWE legend Braun Strowman. Standing 6'8" and 355 pounds, Scherr possesses a truly larger-than-life presence, matched by an authentic, relatable personality that resonates far beyond the ring.

In addition to his dominance in sports entertainment, Scherr has emerged as a successful television personality. He stars in USA Network's culinary travel series Everything on the Menu with Braun Strowman, which premiered in October 2025 and quickly became a breakout hit. On January 15, 2026, USA Network announced the show's renewal for a second season consisting of 12 new episodes, further solidifying its success within the network's growing VERSANT slate.

Across its first eight premiere episodes, Everything on the Menu ranked among cable television's highest-rated new shows of 2025 in the 18-49 demographic and was the #1 entertainment program across all of cable in its regularly scheduled time slot.

Scherr launched a production company Meat Castle Media in partnership with Magilla Entertainment to create new unscripted series and formats, as well as podcasts spanning craft, competition, celebrity interviews and more.

Scherr also commands a massive global fanbase and exceptional digital reach, amassing over one billion cumulative YouTube views and millions of followers across social platforms, making him one of the most influential figures in sports entertainment.

During his decade-plus tenure with WWE, Scherr headlined and sold out venues worldwide. His championship accolades include WWE Universal Champion (2020)-one of WWE's premier world titles, Intercontinental Champion, and two-time Raw Tag Team Champion. He is also the winner of the 2018 Men's Money in the Bank contract and the Greatest Royal Rumble, and is renowned for setting records in Royal Rumble and Elimination Chamber eliminations. His extraordinary feats of strength have gone viral globally, contributing to consistent top television ratings and elite merchandise sales.

Before transitioning to professional wrestling, Scherr was an accomplished strongman competitor, winning the NAS Amateur National Championships in 2011 and the Arnold Amateur Strongman Championships in 2012, earning his professional strongman card.

Scherr grew up in Sherrills Ford, North Carolina and is the son of Rick "Crusher" Scherr, widely regarded as one of the greatest slow-pitch softball players of all-time.