Walking the walk, Cesaro backed up his patriotism by serving in Switzerland's famed militia before embarking on an athletic career. After excelling on several European rugby teams, Cesaro was banned from the league due to excessive aggression, and decided to apply his mercilessness in the ring. Honing his skills not just in Europe but around the entire world, Cesaro landed in... Read More»

Ask Antonio Cesaro where he hails from, and you won't be hearing "parts unknown." The Swiss-born Superstar is unabashedly proud of his roots, and is quick to remind allies and foes alike of his Lucerne hometown.

Ask Antonio Cesaro where he hails from, and you won't be hearing "parts unknown." The Swiss-born Superstar is unabashedly proud of his roots, and is quick to remind allies and foes alike of his Lucerne hometown.

Walking the walk, Cesaro backed up his patriotism by serving in Switzerland's famed militia before embarking on an athletic career. After excelling on several European rugby teams, Cesaro was banned from the league due to excessive aggression, and decided to apply his mercilessness in the ring. Honing his skills not just in Europe but around the entire world, Cesaro landed in the United States and developed a cult following exhibiting his vicious skills in tag team and singles competition alike.

But this brutally innovative grappler from the "Land of the Alps" is not all brawn. As versatile as a Swiss Army knife, the cultured Cesaro speaks five languages, allowing him to adapt to his surroundings while traveling the globe en route to WWE. When not European Uppercutting his way through his opponents, he appreciates the finer things in life.

Truly in a class unto himself, Cesaro has the SmackDown roster on high alert now that he is competing on Friday nights. Very talented. Very bright. "Very European!"