Matt Cross (wrestler)
A high-flying daredevil of the independent wrestling scene, known for breathtaking acrobatics and a straight-edge persona as Son of Havoc and M-Dogg 20.
Born 1980 (age 46)·American professional wrestler·Birthday: December 31·Generation X
Biography
Matt Cross isn't just a wrestler; he's a kinetic artist who turned the ring into his personal gymnasium. Emerging from the early-2000s indie scene as M-Dogg 20, he immediately stood out with an explosive, parkour-inspired style—shooting across the ropes for impossible dives and landing maneuvers most wouldn't attempt. His commitment to the straight-edge lifestyle wasn't just a gimmick; it became a core part of his identity, fueling a relentless work ethic. While he graced larger platforms like Ring of Honor and Lucha Underground (where his 'Son of Havoc' character found a cult following), Cross remained a cornerstone of the underground, from Combat Zone Wrestling to Juggalo Championship Wrestling. His career is a map of alternative wrestling's evolution, proving that athletic innovation and authentic character could build a legacy without the backing of a corporate wrestling giant.
Generation X
1965–1980
The latchkey kids. Raised during divorce, recession, and the end of the Cold War. Skeptical, self-reliant, media-literate. They invented indie culture, grunge, and the early internet — then watched the Boomers take credit.
Matt was born in 1980, placing them squarely in the Generation X. The events that shaped this generation — economic uncertainty, the end of the Cold War, and the rise of personal computing — shaped the world they entered and the choices available to them.
#1 When Matt Was Born
The biggest hits of 1980
#1 Movie
The Empire Strikes Back
Best Picture
Ordinary People
#1 TV Show
Dallas
Matt's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1980Born
John Lennon shot and killed in New York
Gas: $1.19/galHome: $47,200Min wage: $3.10/hrPresident: Jimmy Carter"Call Me" — BlondieBest Picture: Ordinary People
1985Started school
Live Aid concerts raise money for Ethiopian famine
Gas: $1.12/galHome: $62,900Min wage: $3.35/hrPresident: Ronald Reagan"Careless Whisper" — Wham!Best Picture: Out of Africa
1993Became a teenager
European Union officially established
Gas: $1.11/galHome: $86,600Min wage: $4.25/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"I Will Always Love You" — Whitney HoustonBest Picture: Schindler's List
1996Could drive
Dolly the sheep cloned
Gas: $1.23/galHome: $99,700Min wage: $4.75/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Macarena" — Los del RioBest Picture: The English Patient
1998Could vote
Google founded; Clinton impeachment
Gas: $1.06/galHome: $107,300Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Too Close" — NextBest Picture: Shakespeare in Love
2001Turned 21
September 11 attacks transform the world
Gas: $1.46/galHome: $126,400Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Hanging by a Moment" — LifehouseBest Picture: A Beautiful Mind
2010Turned 30
Deepwater Horizon oil spill; iPad launched
Gas: $2.79/galHome: $147,800Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Tik Tok" — KeshaBest Picture: The King's Speech
2020Turned 40
COVID-19 pandemic shuts down the world
Gas: $2.17/galHome: $248,800Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Donald Trump"Blinding Lights" — The WeekndBest Picture: Nomadland
2026Age 46 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Won the JCW Heavyweight Championship in Juggalo Championship Wrestling.
- Gained significant popularity as 'Son of Havoc' during his tenure on the television series Lucha Underground.
- Competed in high-profile independent promotions including Ring of Honor, Chikara, Combat Zone Wrestling, and Major League Wrestling.
- Was a standout competitor on the MTV wrestling show 'Wrestling Society X' in 2007.
Did You Know?
He is a practicing straight edge, a lifestyle choice he has incorporated into his wrestling persona.
He is known for his exceptional athleticism and often performs high-risk, acrobatic moves.
He trained at the Ring of Honor wrestling school.
He appeared on the reality competition show 'Tough Enough' in 2011, finishing as a finalist.
“I built my style on movement you didn't see anywhere else.”
