C.M. Punk

C.M. Punk

C.M. Punk (Phillip Jack Brooks) was born on October 26th, 1978 and is currently 46 years old. C.M. Punk was born in Chicago, Illinois, USA.

Phillip Jack Brooks, popularly known as CM Punk, is an American professional actor, wrestler, and a retired mixed martial artist. He became popular for wrestling in Ring of Honor from 2002-2006, his first WWE run from 2006 to 2014, and his time in All Elite Wrestling from 2021 to 2023.

Punk's WWE career ended abruptly in 2014 when he walked out of the company, citing issues with creative direction, health concerns, and overall dissatisfaction with management. His departure was marred by controversy, including a heated legal battle with WWE's doctor, which further distanced him from the company for several years.

After leaving WWE, Punk pursued a brief and ultimately unsuccessful career in mixed martial arts. He signed with the UFC in 2014 despite having no professional fighting experience. Punk fought twice in the promotion, suffering a first-round submission loss to Mickey Gall in 2016 and a unanimous decision loss to Mike Jackson in 2018. His lack of MMA pedigree and poor performances in the Octagon led to widespread criticism, and he quietly exited the sport.

His return to professional wrestling in 2021 with All Elite Wrestling was initially met with overwhelming enthusiasm. However, his AEW tenure became increasingly tumultuous, culminating in a series of backstage altercations and erratic behavior. Punk's public and private conflicts with fellow wrestlers—including a physical altercation at AEW's All In 2023 event—led to his sudden termination from the company. AEW President Tony Khan described the decision as a matter of safety for the locker room, cementing Punk's reputation as a divisive figure in modern wrestling.

His acting career has seen him featured in movies like Rabid, Girl on the Third Floor, and Jakob’s Wife. Punk has also featured in the wrestling drama series Heels. Besides wrestling and acting, Punk has also been a part-time commentator for Cage Fury Fighting Championship.

The Goddess of Thunder is an intriguing entry to Marvel Comics that follows the fallout after Thor (Odinson) loses his worthiness to wield Mjolnir because of mysterious words spoken by Nick Fury. With his hammer stranded on the moon, neither he nor Odin can lift it.

Then a mysterious woman appears, takes up Mjolnir, and proves herself worthy, stepping into the role of Thor. She quickly leaps into action, defending Earth, Asgard, and the other realms against Frost Giants, the villainous Dark Elf Malekith, and even an evil businessman who transforms into a minotaur.

The story not only introduces us to a new Thor, it also explores how those around her react. Odinson struggles after losing his identity and even challenges the new Thor but eventually acknowledges her worthiness and grants her the official title.

Despite the shift in identity, The Goddess of Thunder is an easy read. New readers won’t have to read previous Thor comics to enjoy the story. The story itself is fast-paced, filled with humor, and visually striking. The mystery of the new Thor remains unsolved even by the end of the volume, but there are clues that suggest she’s from Earth.

Punk’s comic also addresses the criticisms of a female Thor directly, especially during an encounter with Crusher Creel, who’s ever complaining about superheroes becoming “less manly” due to feminism. In addition, Odinson’s mother, Freyja, comes through as a powerful and intelligent leader who challenges the traditional power structure of Asgard.

Overall, The Goddess of Thunder is a perfect blend of humor, action, and interesting themes. It establishes the new Thor as a character in her own right and not just a mere substitute but instead a heroine with her own personality, strengths, and approach to wielding Mjolnir. This new take on the Thor mythos is proof that while change can be met with resistance, it can lead to some of the most compelling storytelling in comics today.

C.M. Punk: F.A.Q