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Vannarah Riggs (born June 30, 1989) is an American professional wrestler best known for her time with Total Nonstop Action Wrestling (TNA) under the ring name Su Yung, with the character also having the alter egos of Susan and Susie. Riggs is a former two-time Impact Knockouts Champion.

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She had previously worked in WWE, where she competed in its developmental territory Florida Championship Wrestling (FCW) under the ring name Sonia.[6]

Professional wrestling career

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Early career (2007–2015)

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Riggs got her start in wrestling after moving to Memphis, Tennessee in 2007 to become a professional wrestler.[7] She has worked for several promotions which include Lady Sports, MLL, GCW, and Jerry Lawler's Memphis Wrestling.[7] In February 2010, Riggs made her debut for Main Event Championship Wrestling as a villainess under the name Su Yung and defeated Tracy Taylor. On July 1, 2015, Yung appeared on Total Nonstop Action Wrestling's One Night Only: Knockouts Knockdown event, which she lost to Taryn Terrell.[8]

WWE developmental (2010–2011)

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In May 2010, Riggs was signed to a developmental contract with WWE.[7] On September 18, 2010, she made her debut at FCW house show under the name Vannah, sharing ring announcing with Matt Martlaro. The following month changed her name to Sonia. She then made her FCW in-ring debut as a heel on December 2, 2010 at a house show which she lost to AJ Lee. In mid-2011, Sonia teamed up with Audrey Marie against AJ and Aksana in which they were defeated. On July 8, Sonia was defeated by Aksana in a triple-threat match for the FCW Divas Championship which also included Naomi. On August 8, 2011, she was released from her developmental contract.[1]

Shimmer Women Athletes (2011–present)

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Su Yung debuted for SHIMMER Women Athletes on October 1, 2011 in a dark match at Volume 41; teaming with Kimberly Maddox and Veda Scott in a losing effort against Buggy Nova, Jessie Brooks, and She Nay Nay. In another dark match at Volume 43, Su was defeated by KC Spinelli. On October 27, 2012, Su was defeated by Sassy Stephie at Volume 50 and again by Miss Natural the following day at Volume 52.[1]

Shine Wrestling (2012–2014)

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Su debuted for Shine Wrestling as a babyface along with Tracy Taylor to form The West Coast Connection on July 20, 2012.[4] On that evening, the duo lost to Made In Sin (Allysin Kay and Taylor Made) at SHINE 1. A month later at SHINE 2, Su picked up her first Shine victory by defeating Kimberly and she and Tracy defeated Gabby Gilbert and Luscious Latasha at SHINE 3. Su's winning streak continued with victories over Rhia O'Reilly and Josie, but it came to an end at SHINE 6 on January 11, 2013 when she was defeated by Ivelisse.

At SHINE 7 on February 22, Su teamed up with Tracy and Mia Yim in a losing effort to Valkyrie members Made In Sin and April Hunter. A month later, Su defeated Brittney Savage via submission with her Yellow Fever finisher.

At SHINE 9, Su was defeated by Saraya Knight in a SHINE Championship Tournament qualifying match. In the tournament at SHINE 11 on July 12, Su was defeated by LuFisto in a four-way qualifying match that also included Nikki Roxx and Mercedes Martinez.

At SHINE 12 on August 23, Su again teamed with Tracy Taylor in a losing effort to Daffney's All-Star Squad members Nikki Roxx and Solo Darling. However, at SHINE 13, Su defeated La Rosa Negra, Taeler Hendrix, and the debuting Xandra Bale in a four-way match. Su competed against Solo Darling in back-to-back Shine events, losing at 14 and winning at 15. At SHINE 16 on January 24, 2014, Su was defeated by Mercedes Martinez.

At SHINE 17 on February 28, Su and Tracy Taylor teamed up in a losing effort to Made In Sin in the quarterfinals of the SHINE Tag Team Championship Tournament.[9]

On April 18, Su defeated Rhia O'Reilly via submission at SHINE 18 and was attacked by Saraya Knight after the match. Later in the event, Su turned into a villainess by aligning with Valkyrie and attacking Ivelisse in the ring, and later attacking her tag team partner, Tracy Taylor, ending The West Coast Connection in the process. At SHINE 21 on August 22, Su was defeated by Nevaeh in a #1 Contender's four-way match that also included Amazing Kong and Leah Von Dutch. At SHINE 22 on October 10, Su defeated Amanda Rodriguez via submission.[7]

Total Nonstop Action Impact Wrestling (2018–2022)

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Knockouts Champion and various storylines (2018–2019)

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In 2018, Yung began working for Impact Wrestling.

Yung made her return to Impact Wrestling on the March 22 episode of the show, attacking Allie while Braxton Sutter proposed to her, establishing herself as a heel.[10] That led to Sutter accompanying Yung through her matches. At Redemption, Yung faced Allie for the Impact Knockouts Championship, but she was defeated. After Yung lost, Sutter proposed to her but was misted in the face, ending their relationship.[11] On the April 26 episode of Impact!, Yung debuted her legion of undead bridesmaids and attacked Allie in an attempt to put her in a coffin, until Rosemary rescued her.[12] That incident started a rivalry between Rosemary and Yung, which led into a match between them on the May 3 episode of Impact!, that ended up in a brawl. Allie tried to help Rosemary, but Yung's undead bridesmaids held her back and forced her to watch, as Yung attacked Rosemary and put her inside a coffin.[13]

On the May 17 episode of Impact!, Yung and her undead bridesmaids held a funeral for Rosemary, misting her coffin and setting it on fire.[14] On May 31 (which was taped on April 24) at Impact! Under Pressure, Yung defeated Allie in a Last Rites match to win the Knockouts Championship for the first time in her career.[3] At One Night Only: Zero Fear on June 15, Yung made her first successful title defense against Katarina.[15] At Slammiversary XVI, Yung successfully retained her title against Madison Rayne.[16] On August 12 (which aired on tape delay on August 30) at Impact! ReDefined, Yung lost the title to Tessa Blanchard in a three-way match that also involved Allie, ending her reign at 110 days.[17] On the September 6 episode of Impact!, she received her rematch against Blanchard for the Knockouts Championship, but was unsuccessful in regaining the title. After Yung lost, she attacked Blanchard and tried to put her inside a coffin, until Allie and Kiera Hogan attacked Yung and rescued Blanchard.[18]

On the October 4 episode of Impact!, Yung defeated Kiera Hogan in a match and got into a brawl with Allie who was saved by Hogan, but was able to put the latter inside a coffin.[19] At Bound for Glory, Yung was attacked by Allie who entered the Undead Realm to rescue Hogan and dealt with a returning Rosemary as they escaped, with the former appearing to be possessed.[20] Following the next couple of months, Allie showed a darker and villainous version of herself, aligning with Yung and turning on her friend Hogan under possession, thus turning heel for the first time since 2016.[21] On the January 3, 2019, episode of Impact!, the newly formed duo attacked Hogan after a match, and were interrupted by Jordynne Grace who came to rescue her.[22] This led to a tag team match at Homecoming, which they won as Yung technically submitted Hogan, but were soon confronted by Rosemary.[23][24]

Yung continued her feud with Rosemary who wanted to get Allie back, and on the February 22 episode of Impact!, she got involved in the "Dark War" concocted by Father James Mitchell, where both Allie and Rosemary's lives were at stake.[25] On the March 9 episode of Impact!, Team Su Yung (Yung, Allie and The Undead Maid of Honor) were defeated by Team Rosemary (Rosemary, Hogan and Grace), meaning that Allie belonged to Rosemary.[26] On March 29 at Against All Odds, Yung was confronted by Rosemary who came to the Undead Realm to retrieve Allie's soul, and she "killed" the latter instead.[27][28] After distracting her in a four-way match for the Knockouts Championship at United We Stand, their rivalry came to a head in a Demon Collar match on the May 17 episode of Impact!, with Yung losing to Rosemary and being dragged by her afterwards.[29][30] On the June 7 episode of Impact!, she was freed from her control by a returning Havok, now aligning herself with Father Mitchell.[31]

At Slammiversary XVII, Yung competed for the Knockouts Championship in a four-way Monster's Ball match against Rosemary, Havok and then-champion Taya Valkyrie. As Valkyrie retained her title, Yung's alliance with Havok began to see fractures.[32] On the August 9 episode of Impact!, Yung prevented Havok from winning the Knockouts Championship against Valkyrie, leading to a match between the both of them on the September 6 episode of Impact!, where Yung disqualified herself after misting Havok in the face.[33][34] The two would meet again in a no disqualification match on the September 20 episode of Impact!, with Yung losing to Havok after a tombstone piledriver. They continued to brawl backstage, ending with Havok wrapping a noose around Yung's neck and hanging her over the staircase rail, presumably killing her.[35]

Susie (2019–2020)

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On the October 29 episode of Impact!, Riggs made an appearance without her makeup, introducing herself as Susie.[36] Susie continued making appearances over the following months, having no recollection of her past but slowly regaining her memories after coming across Havok and Father Mitchell, being coerced to join them.[37][38][39] On the January 28, 2020, episode of Impact!, Rosemary invited Susie to a "friendly competition" against her the next week, where they fought each other to a double count-out and continued to brawl backstage, ending with Rosemary wrapping a noose around Susie's neck and resurrecting Su Yung.[40][41] The next couple of weeks had her send both Father Mitchell and Havok to the Undead Realm.[42][43] On the March 24 episode of Impact!, it led to a fight between Yung and Havok that saw both of them betrayed by Father Mitchell and sent to the Undead Wasteland, only for them to escape thanks to Rosemary and kill him.[44]

Riggs reverted to her Susie persona on the March 31 episode of Impact!, fully aware that she terrified people as Su Yung and caused bad things to them.[45] On the May 26 episode of Impact!, she aligned herself with Kylie Rae after they were bullied and beaten up by Kiera Hogan and Tasha Steelz, leading to a tag team match the next week, where they lost after Hogan pinned Susie with a swinging fisherman suplex.[46][47] On the June 23 episode of Impact!, Susie was defeated by Taya Valkyrie in a singles match, and was continually insulted by her until Rae arrived to save Susie.[48] On the July 14 episode of Impact!, she teamed with Rae, Havok, Nevaeh and Alisha Edwards in a 10 Knockout tag team match to defeat the team of Kimber Lee, Hogan, Steelz, Rosemary and Valkyrie.[49] At Slammiversary, Susie competed in a Gauntlet for the Gold match to determine the number one contender for the Knockouts Championship, which was won by Rae.[50]

On the July 28 episode of Impact!, Susie joined a bunch of wrestlers in the reality show Wrestle House.[51] The following week, she teamed with Alisha Edwards to defeat Johnny Swinger in a mixed gender handicap match.[52][53] On the August 11 episode of Impact!, Susie went on a date with Cousin Jake that goes wrong when her Su Yung persona briefly returns and scares him off. She naively blamed Edwards for the bad dating advice she gave her, leading to a match between them that Susie won by using a roll-up.[54][55] On the September 1 episode of Impact!, Susie confronted Cousin Jake during his brawl alongside Cody Deaner against XXXL (Acey Romero and Larry D), angry that she broke the truce between the two teams and unknowingly "winning" the match. She and the rest of the Wrestle House cast returned to the Impact Zone during Knockouts Champion Deonna Purrazzo's Black Tie Affair, preventing Kimber Lee from attacking Kylie Rae.[56]

On the September 15 episode of Impact!, Susie teamed with Kylie Rae in a winning effort against Deonna Purrazzo and Kimber Lee.[57] On October 3 at Victory Road, she unsuccessfully challenged Purrazzo for the Knockouts Championship after submitting to the Venus de Milo. After the match, Purrazzo destroyed Susie and broke her arm in an attempt to send a message to Rae.[58][59] At Bound for Glory, Susie returned under her Su Yung persona, replacing a no-show Rae in her match against Purrazzo for the Knockouts Championship, beating her to win the title for a second time.[60][61] On November 14 at Turning Point, she dropped the title back to Purrazzo in a no disqualification match, ending her reign at 21 days.[62] On the November 24 episode of Impact!, Susie returned to tell Purrazzo and Lee that they hurt her friend and she apologized for what was going to happen to them, leading to Su Yung appearing alongside Susie for the first time and attacking both of them.[63] The following week, Yung confronted Purrazzo and Lee who were in the ring over her rematch for the Knockouts title, but was setup by Father Mitchell who agreed to help them, resulting in Purrazzo taking her out with the Cosa Nostra piledriver and being carried out by the undead bridesmaids.[64][65]

Susan (2021)

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On the January 5, 2021, episode of Impact!, Riggs appeared under a new businesswoman persona, introducing herself as Susan.[66] Susan turned heel on the next week's episode of Impact!, aligning with Knockouts Champion Deonna Purrazzo and Kimber Lee by attacking Rosemary, causing a distraction that helped Lee defeat Taya Valkyrie.[67] On the January 19 episode of Impact!, she teamed with Lee in a Knockouts tag team match against Jordynne Grace and Jazz, with Susan pinning the latter after a distraction from Purrazzo.[68] Susan would lose to Grace in a one-on-one match on the February 2 episode of Impact!.[69] At No Surrender, she teamed with Lee and Purrazzo for a six-Knockout tag team match against Grace, Jazz and ODB, with the latter making Susan submit and lose for her team.[70] On the February 23 episode of Impact!, Susan and Lee lost to Grace and Jazz in a number one contenders match for the Knockouts Tag Team Championship, and would lose to ODB in a singles bout two weeks later.[71][72] On April 10, at Hardcore Justice, Susan was set to compete in a weapons match to determine the number one contender for the Knockouts Championship, but was taken out by Su Yung who took her place instead.[73]

On the April 22 episode of Impact!, Susan lost a match against Tenille Dashwood.[74] Three days later, she teamed with Kimber Lee and fought Rosemary and Havok in a losing effort on the Rebellion pre-show.[75] On the May 6 episode of Impact!, Susan lost to Taylor Wilde.[76] At Under Siege, she and Lee lost a tag team bout against Dashwood and Wilde.[77] On June 12, at Against All Odds, Susan and Lee fought against Fire 'N Flava (Kiera Hogan and Tasha Steelz) for the Knockouts Tag Team Championship in a losing effort.[78] Five days later, she and Lee were told by Knockouts Champion Deonna Purrazzo that they were no longer needed at her side.[79] After losing against Rosemary and Havok on the July 8 episode of Impact!, Susan was taken by Lee to see Father Mitchell in order to change her back to Su Yung, but on the following week, she revealed that she knew about her and drags Lee into a room before slamming the door.[80][81]

Return of Su Yung and the Undead Bridesmaids (2021-2022)

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On the July 29 episode of Impact!, Yung returned and revealed a transformed Lee under her control.[82] The following weeks saw both Yung and Lee confront Brandi Lauren and convert her into an undead zombie.[83][84] On part 2 of IMPACT Wrestling Best of 2021, Yung attacked Lee and Lauren for failing to deliver her souls, before revealing that she's pregnant.[85][86]

Personal life

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She married fellow professional wrestler Rich Swann in March 2017.[5][87]

On December 10, 2017, Swann was arrested in Gainesville, Florida on charges of battery and kidnapping/false imprisonment.[88][89] The victim was identified as his wife. According to the arrest report, Swann and Riggs had gotten into an argument over Swann critiquing Riggs' performance at a show that night. When Riggs tried to get away from Swann, witnesses state that he grabbed her in a headlock and dragged her back into his car.[87][90] Swann was released from Alachua County Jail later that same day and told to get in contact with court services.[91] On January 25, 2018, all charges against Swann were dismissed, when a determination was made by prosecutors that there was "insufficient evidence" to move forward with the case.[92]

On December 30, 2021, Riggs announced on her Twitter account that she was pregnant with her and Swann's first child.[93] Their son was born in February 2022.[94]

Championships and accomplishments

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Vannarah Riggs (born June 30, 1989), better known by her ring name Su Yung, is an American wrestler renowned for her horror-themed undead bride gimmick and her tenure with Impact Wrestling (later TNA Wrestling), where she captured the Knockouts Championship. A versatile performer active on the independent circuit since 2007, Su Yung has competed across multiple promotions, earning accolades for her in-ring skills and character work that blends supernatural elements with intense storytelling. Riggs began her training in 2007 at the Memphis Wrestling Academy under instructors and Kevin White, debuting later that year in Memphis Wrestling matches. Her early career included stints in (FCW), WWE's developmental territory, where she signed a in 2010 and wrestled under the name Vannah before her release in 2011. Following this, she built a strong presence on the independent scene, competing for promotions like , Championship Wrestling (ACW), and , where she secured titles such as the ACW American Joshi Queen of Queens Tournament (2014 and 2019) and the Shine . Su Yung debuted for Impact Wrestling (later TNA Wrestling) in 2018 as her signature undead bride character after a one-off appearance in 2015, later portraying the innocent persona Susie in 2019–2020 amid a supernatural " Realm" storyline involving wrestlers like Allie and . This gimmick, often compared to for its eerie presentation and use of caskets, propelled her to prominence, culminating in a one-time Knockouts Championship reign from October 2020 to January 2021, as well as a one-time Knockouts World Tag Team Championship. She also held other notable titles on the indies, including the DEFY Women's Championship and the FEST Wrestling Title. As of November 2025, Su Yung operates as a free agent following the expiration of her TNA contract, continuing to wrestle independently for promotions like Prestige Wrestling, DOA Pro Wrestling, and Battle Club Pro. Despite a severe in August 2024—a fractured skull, broken nose, and sustained from a chair shot during a match—she returned to the ring by early 2025, demonstrating resilience in her ongoing career.

Early life and training

Background and entry into wrestling

Vannarah Riggs, professionally known as Su Yung, was born on June 30, 1989, in , Washington. Information regarding her family and education remains private, with Riggs sharing few details about her upbringing beyond her longstanding passion for . As a child, Riggs was captivated by the sport, frequently watching matches featuring female wrestlers during the and , which sparked her lifelong fascination. This enthusiasm culminated in her attending Total Nonstop Action Wrestling's (TNA) as a teenager, where witnessing versus Sting ignited her determination to compete professionally. In a 2018 interview, she described the event as pivotal: "'cause the first I saw when I was a kid was my first ... I was like, 'I want to do that.'" At around age 18, inspired by the vibrant local independent wrestling circuits, Riggs resolved to pursue the career full-time, leading her to transition into formal training in 2007.

Initial training

Vannarah Riggs, who would become known professionally as Su Yung, commenced her formal wrestling training in 2007 upon moving to , driven by a childhood interest in the sport. She joined the Hub City Wrestling training facility, where she was mentored by independent circuit veterans and Kevin White. Over the course of her roughly one-year initial training period, Riggs concentrated on mastering essential skills such as taking bumps, executing chain wrestling holds and transitions, and honing character work to engage audiences. As a female trainee in the male-dominated wrestling environment of the late 2000s, she encountered challenges including limited opportunities for women and the need to prove her physical resilience alongside male counterparts.

Professional wrestling career

Independent circuit debut (2007–2009)

Su Yung began her professional wrestling career on the in 2007, shortly after relocating to , to train under and Kevin White. Her initial forays into the ring took place in small regional promotions, with her early appearances centered around Jerry Lawler's Memphis Wrestling, where she primarily served as a and manager for wrestler Kevin White, learning the basics of match pacing and crowd interaction while building her in-ring stamina through travel to local shows. By mid-2008, Su Yung was featured in Memphis Wrestling events, supporting White in high-profile matches, such as his bout against on July 11, 2009, where she accompanied him to the ring as part of an edgy, supportive persona that emphasized loyalty and intensity. Her role as enhancement talent in these early outings allowed her to refine her skills against local competitors, often resulting in losses that highlighted established stars, though she occasionally secured victories in preliminary matches to establish her presence. In 2009, Su Yung transitioned more prominently into in-ring competition through Memphis Ladies Wrestling (MLW), a women's division spin-off associated with Memphis Wrestling, where she adopted a basic mysterious gimmick portraying an enigmatic up-and-comer. She competed against regional talent like Kristin Flake and Rock N Roll Rock C, amassing a mixed win-loss record primarily as a mid-card performer while focusing on developing her technical abilities and audience engagement. A key highlight came when she captured the MLW Championship, defending it successfully in bouts that showcased her growing confidence and adaptability on the indie scene.

WWE developmental (2010–2011)

In May 2010, Vannarah Riggs, known professionally as Su Yung, signed a developmental contract with and was assigned to its (FCW) territory. Her prior experience, including work in Memphis Wrestling, had built a resume that caught the attention of scouts. Upon reporting to FCW, she initially performed non-wrestling roles such as ring announcing and timekeeping before transitioning to in-ring competition. Riggs debuted in FCW on September 18, 2010, at a house show in , under the ring name Vannah, though she soon adopted the name Sonia for her wrestling appearances. Her in-ring debut came on December 2, 2010, in Tampa, where she lost to in a singles match. Throughout her tenure, she competed primarily in house shows and dark matches, facing other developmental talents like Aksana, Kaitlyn, and ; notable bouts included a loss with Marie to and Aksana on July 17, 2011, and a mixed tag win with over Trent Barreta and on December 17, 2010. Limited television exposure meant most of her work occurred in non-televised events, with FCW TV tapings occasionally featuring her in enhancement roles. During her approximately 15-month stint in FCW, Riggs trained under coaches, emphasizing athletic fundamentals and promo delivery in a demanding environment. She described the training as intense, involving multiple responsibilities like producing segments alongside wrestling, which contributed to a high-pressure atmosphere where performers had to quickly adapt or risk being cut. On August 8, 2011, released her as part of broader developmental roster reductions, an outcome she later called shocking given her multifaceted contributions.

Rise on the independent scene (2012–2017)

Following her release from WWE developmental territories in 2011, Su Yung refocused on the independent circuit, where she found greater creative freedom compared to the structured environment of . This shift allowed her to refine her in-ring style and character, drawing on her technical wrestling background while experimenting with more expressive personas. Yung made her debut with on October 1, 2011, during a dark match at Volume 41, where she teamed with Kimberly Maddox and in a losing effort against Buggy Nova, Jessie Brooks, and She Nay Nay. She continued appearing regularly through 2017, competing in both singles and matches that helped establish her as a reliable midcard performer. Early singles bouts included losses to KC Spinelli at Volume 43 on October 2, 2011, and at Volume 50 on October 27, 2012, often showcasing her resilience in multi-woman scrambles and showcase events. By 2014–2017, her bookings increased, with notable outings alongside partners like and solo efforts against established stars such as Nicole Savoy, contributing to her growing reputation for high-energy performances in Shimmer's tag division tournaments and volume tapings. In Shine Wrestling, Yung debuted on July 20, 2012, at SHINE 1, partnering with Tracy Taylor as the babyface duo The West Coast Connection in a losing tag match against Made In Sin (Allysin Kay and Taylor Made). The team achieved early success, with Yung securing singles victories over Rhia at SHINE 4 on October 19, 2012, and Josie at SHINE 5 on December 14, 2012, highlighting her agile offense and submission holds. Their momentum carried into the inaugural SHINE Tag Team Championship tournament at SHINE 17 on February 28, 2014, where they advanced to the quarterfinals before falling to Made In Sin in an 11-minute bout praised for its fast-paced action. Later that year, on April 18, 2014, at SHINE 18, Yung underwent a pivotal heel turn by aligning with the dominant stable , attacking Ivelisse post-match and betraying Taylor to dissolve The West Coast Connection; this shift ignited intense feuds, including a personal rivalry with her former partner Taylor and clashes with Ivelisse, culminating in multi-woman elimination matches where Yung's aggressive style shone. These storylines, spanning 2012–2014, elevated her profile in Shine, with defenses of her heel persona against challengers like Justine Silver at SHINE 20 on October 24, 2014. Yung expanded her independent presence in other promotions, including Women Superstars Uncensored (WSU) and (CZW)-affiliated events, where she participated in hardcore and multi-woman bouts that tested her versatility. In WSU, she captured the Spirit Championship on November 19, 2016, at Breaking Barriers IV by defeating in a competitive title match taped for CZW Studios, holding the belt for 84 days with successful defenses against challengers like Samantha Heights before dropping it to in a three-way match on February 11, 2017, at WSU's 10th Anniversary event. Her CZW appearances, often intertwined with WSU tapings, featured intense singles encounters such as the September 10, 2016, Spirit title defense against Bates, emphasizing her ability to blend technical prowess with brawling in smaller venues. Throughout , Yung's booking frequency rose steadily, from sporadic appearances to regular spots across Northeast and indies, averaging 20–30 matches annually by 2016. During this period, Yung began developing darker elements in her character work, transitioning from a straightforward to incorporating gothic and horror-themed motifs that foreshadowed her "Undead Bride" persona. As early as SHINE 28 on July 25, 2015, she adopted a "" aesthetic, entering matches with pale makeup and erratic mannerisms during bouts like her loss to , using mist and unorthodox attacks to unsettle opponents in multi-woman chaos matches. This evolution, refined through WSU and Shimmer appearances, added psychological depth to her feuds, such as taunting Ivelisse with undead symbolism post-heel turn, and increased her appeal in horror-infused indie bookings without overshadowing her athletic foundation.

Impact Wrestling (2018–2022)

Su Yung made her Impact Wrestling debut on the March 22, 2018 episode of Impact!, appearing as the Undead Bride in a and attacking then-Knockouts Champion Allie to initiate a feud rooted in demonic possession storylines. Her in-ring debut followed on March 29, defeating Amber Nova in a match that highlighted her eerie, bridal entrance and aggressive style. The rivalry with Allie escalated, incorporating elements of Allie's possession by Su Yung's undead , culminating in a (casket) match taped on April 26 (aired May 31) where Su Yung defeated Allie to win the Impact Knockouts Championship. Su Yung's first championship reign lasted 110 days, during which she defended the title against challengers like Rosemary in a Demon Collar match on May 3, banishing Rosemary to the Undead Realm in a pivotal storyline moment that intertwined their supernatural personas. She also interfered in matches involving Havok, a member of the Decay stable, preventing Havok from capturing the title on August 9 amid ongoing feuds with Decay's demonic elements. The reign ended on August 12 (aired August 30) in a triple threat match at Impact's ReDefined event, where Tessa Blanchard defeated Su Yung and Allie to claim the Knockouts Championship. Following the loss, Su Yung continued her Undead Bride character, allying temporarily with undead bridesmaids in tag team competitions, including a victory over Kiera Hogan and Jordynne Grace at Homecoming in January 2019 alongside Allie. In late 2019, Su Yung's storyline took a dramatic turn when Havok "killed" her character in a burial angle, leading to the debut of her Susie—a civilian, amnesiac —on the October 30 episode of Impact!. As Susie, she adopted a more innocent, quirky demeanor, participating in lighter segments like the Wrestle House reality show parody starting July 28, 2020, and competing in tag matches, such as teaming with . This phase involved feuds with and others, emphasizing Susie's vulnerability contrasted with her underlying supernatural ties. In early 2020, resurrected Su Yung from Susie during a February 4 segment, merging the personas and reigniting her undead gimmick while deepening involvement with Decay through alliances and betrayals with Rosemary and Havok. Su Yung captured the Knockouts Championship for a second time on October 24, 2020, at Bound for Glory, defeating in a surprise return match that showcased her undead bridesmaids' interference and solidified her as a dominant . The 21-day reign featured defenses, including a No Disqualification match against Purrazzo on November 3, but ended when Purrazzo reclaimed the title on November 14 at . Post-reign, Su Yung's character evolved further; on January 5, 2021, she debuted the darker —a corporate, manipulative businesswoman—who feuded with Decay members and Havok, losing a match to them at on April 25. Su Yung returned on April 10 at Hardcore Justice, attacking and "exorcising" to reclaim her Undead Bride identity. Throughout 2021, Su Yung engaged in multi-layered storylines, including supernatural confrontations with the undead bridesmaids Kimber Lee and Brandi Lauren, whom she portrayed as extensions of her realm. On December 30, 2021, during the "Best of 2021" episode of Impact!, Su Yung announced her real-life pregnancy in character, attacking Lee and Lauren before revealing she was expecting a child from the Undead Realm. This led to her final on-screen appearances in early 2022, including segments emphasizing her impending maternity, before taking a hiatus for the birth of her son in February 2022. Her tenure concluded with this maternity leave, marking the end of her active run in Impact until 2022.

Independent circuit return and free agency (2023–present)

Following her maternity leave and reduced role in TNA Wrestling, Su Yung returned to sporadic appearances in 2023 while still contractually bound to the promotion. On April 7, 2023, she defeated in a singles for Black Label Pro at the Squared Circle Expo in , . Later that month, on May 13, 2023, Yung competed in a triple threat against Haley J and at Heroes & Legends XIX in , where she was defeated by Haley J via pinfall. She made her return to Big Time Wrestling on October 6, 2023, challenging for the BTW Women's Championship at the Legends Never Die event in , but was unsuccessful in capturing the title. Yung expanded her independent bookings in 2024, focusing on a mix of established and emerging promotions amid her ongoing TNA commitments. She opened the year on February 3, 2024, losing to Santana Jackson at Game Changer Wrestling's The Coldest Winter 2 in Chicago, Illinois. In March 2024, Yung appeared for Pro Wrestling EVE in the , competing in a showcase bout that highlighted her international draw post-maternity. On April 20, 2024, she participated in a triple threat match for the All-Out Pro Wrestling Women's Championship against and Blair Onyx at March Into Madness in , though she did not win the title. Additional appearances included Honor Among Wrestling events throughout the year, where she engaged in competitive singles matches to rebuild momentum on the indie scene. Yung's 2024 run culminated in a successful title reign with SOS Pro Wrestling's Island Rules Championship, which she won earlier in the year before being forced to vacate it due to . However, on August 10, 2024, during a PrideStyle Pro Wrestling event on the West Coast, Yung suffered a severe in a chair shot incident involving opponent Lazarus; the mishap resulted in a , bilateral broken nose, fractured skull, two black eyes, and required seven stitches. The impact was so intense that Yung broke character immediately during the , leading to an indefinite hiatus for recovery. A campaign was launched by her family to support medical costs and lost income, raising funds as she focused on healing and family care. In April 2025, Yung's TNA contract expired, confirming her status as a after her profile was removed from the promotion's official roster page. She resumed wrestling later that year with selective bookings, marking a shift to full freelance independence. On July 13, 2025, Yung lost to Drexl in a singles match for Prestige Wrestling in . The following week, on July 20, 2025, she faced Amanda Kiss at an OSCW event in , continuing her post-injury return. In October 2025, Yung challenged for the DEFY Women's Championship on October 24 against in , Washington, but was defeated in the title bout. Earlier that month, on October 20, she competed against Noelle Summit at Honor Among Wrestling in a non-title singles match. These appearances underscored Yung's resilience and ongoing presence on the independent circuit as of late 2025.

Personal life

Marriage and family

Su Yung married fellow professional wrestler in March 2017 in , . The couple, who had been dating for several years prior, integrated elements of their personal relationship into their professional lives, including joint appearances in Impact Wrestling. Notably, in October 2020 at Bound for Glory, Swann and Yung made history as the first husband-and-wife duo to win world titles on the same night, with Swann capturing the Impact World Championship and Yung securing the Impact Knockouts Championship. During her tenure with Impact Wrestling, Su Yung announced her pregnancy on the December 30, 2021, episode of the program. She and Swann welcomed their first child, a son, in February 2022. The pregnancy and birth prompted a hiatus from in-ring competition for Yung spanning late 2021 to early 2022, allowing her to focus on motherhood during this family milestone. Yung and Swann have maintained their partnership amid personal and professional challenges. In 2025, Swann returned to TNA Wrestling (formerly Impact) under a pay-per-appearance deal, continuing his career while supporting their family. The couple navigates the demands of parenting a young child alongside the travel-intensive nature of , with Yung operating as a and taking independent bookings to balance both roles. In December 2017, , the husband of professional wrestler Su Yung (real name Vannarah Riggs), was arrested in , on charges of domestic battery and stemming from an altercation that occurred after Su Yung's wrestling performance. According to the police report, the incident began with an argument in their vehicle, during which Swann allegedly placed Su Yung in a headlock and attempted to prevent her from leaving; a intervened, leading to the arrest. Su Yung was identified as the alleged victim but was not charged with any offenses. Prosecutors in Alachua County dismissed all charges against Swann in January 2018, citing insufficient evidence to proceed after reviewing the case, including statements from both parties. Swann's attorney described the matter as a "misunderstanding" resolved amicably between the couple. The drew widespread media attention and negative perception, with backlash criticizing Swann's behavior and raising concerns about in ; this scrutiny extended to Su Yung, prompting brief pauses in her independent bookings amid the controversy. In response, Su Yung issued statements defending her husband, asserting that he was "no threat or harm to anyone" and that the situation had been exaggerated, while reaffirming their mutual support. In September 2022, Swann was arrested in Florida for disorderly intoxication and causing a disturbance; he paid a fine of $351.49 and the matter was resolved without further charges. On June 8, 2024, Swann faced another arrest in Altamonte Springs, Florida, for disorderly public intoxication and causing a disturbance. He was suspended indefinitely by TNA Wrestling and entered a rehabilitation program. In September 2024, Swann pleaded no contest and was found guilty on the charges. These incidents did not involve domestic violence or Su Yung directly. No additional legal incidents involving domestic violence or charges against Su Yung or Swann in a similar context have been reported as of November 2025.

Championships and accomplishments

Championships

Su Yung is a two-time Impact Knockouts Champion, with her reigns spanning 2018 and 2020, during which she accumulated a total of three successful title defenses. Her first reign began on May 30, 2018, when she defeated Allie in a match taped for the Under Pressure event in , and lasted 44 days until she lost the title to in a three-way match also involving Allie on August 12, 2018, taped for the ReDefined special. During this period, she made two successful defenses against opponents including Katarina and . Su Yung's second reign started on October 24, 2020, at Bound For Glory in Nashville, Tennessee, where she defeated Deonna Purrazzo to win the title, holding it for 14 days until losing it back to Purrazzo on November 7, 2020, taped for Turning Point. She made one successful defense during this short reign against Purrazzo in a non-title preview match that transitioned into a title bout on television. Su Yung held the WSU Spirit Championship in 2016 for a brief reign of 84 days from November 19 to February 11, 2017, with no recorded successful defenses. Su Yung also held the FEST Wrestling Championship from December 4, 2016, to February 10, 2018 (433 days). In addition, Su Yung won the WSU Championship once with Ruthless Lala in 2016, as the final reigning team before the title's deactivation. More recently, Su Yung won the Island Rules Championship on April 14, 2024, for SOS Pro Wrestling, but vacated the title in October 2024 due to injury, with no defenses during her reign.

Awards and achievements

Su Yung has received several professional accolades throughout her wrestling career, highlighting her impact in the women's division. (PWI) ranked her No. 13 in the PWI Top 100 Female Wrestlers in 2018, her highest placement to date. She followed with rankings of No. 31 in 2019 and No. 33 in 2021. In recognition of her early potential, Su Yung, performing under her real name Brittany, was awarded the Future Legend Award by the Cauliflower Alley Club in 2014. She won the ACW American Joshi Queen of Queens Tournament in 2014 and 2019. Su Yung and Blackwater won the WSU King and Queen of the Ring tournament in 2017. During her tenure with Impact Wrestling, she earned nominations for Knockout of the Year in the promotion's 2019 Year-End Awards. Her innovative undead bride gimmick has been featured and praised in wrestling media for bringing horror elements to mainstream women's wrestling storylines.

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