Tamara Lynn Sytch, commonly known by her ring name Sunny, is a former professional wrestling personality. She was introduced to the professional wrestling industry by her longtime boyfriend Chris Candido and debuted in the Smoky Mountain Wrestling (SMW) territory in the early 1990s.
Early Life.
Born on December 7, 1972, in Matawan, New Jersey, U.S., Sytch is of American and Russian origin. She grew up in a strict family, with a father retired from the United States Navy.
Education.
Sytch graduated from Cedar Ridge High School in Old Bridge Township, New Jersey, in 1990. She initially studied pre-law at Wellesley College in Massachusetts and later switched to pre-med at the University of Tennessee with the ambition to be a plastic or orthopedic surgeon. During her first year of college, she worked as a freelance photographer.
Career.
Sytch started out traveling with her boyfriend Chris Candido to make some extra money. In late 1992, she signed a six-month deal with Smoky Mountain Wrestling. She gained mainstream fame within the World Wrestling Federation (WWF, later WWE) as Sunny, becoming one of the most popular figures in the company during the New Generation Era and early Attitude Era. WWE widely considers Sunny as their first Diva.
Awards.
Sytch was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2011. She was also named the most downloaded celebrity on the internet in 1996 by America Online.
Age
Tammy Lynn Stych is currently 50 years old.
Relationship Status.
Sytch was in a relationship with Chris Candido from 1990 until his death in 2005.
Parents.
Sytch was born to parents of American and Russian origin. Her father is a retired officer from the United States Navy.
Aspirations.
Sytch aspired to be a plastic or orthopedic surgeon during her college years.
Net Worth.
Tammy Lynn Sytch’s net worth is $11 million.
Legal Issues.
Sytch has faced several legal issues, including multiple arrests for driving under the influence. In November 2023, she was sentenced to seventeen years in prison on DUI and manslaughter-related charges.
Legacy.
Despite her personal controversies, Sytch is lauded as having “redefined the role of women in WWE”.
Impact on Wrestling Industry.
Sytch, as Sunny, had a significant impact on the wrestling industry, particularly in the WWF (now WWE), where she is considered the first Diva.
Personal Struggles.
Sytch has faced several personal struggles, including legal issues and the death of her longtime partner, Chris Candido.
FAQs on Tammy Lynn Sytch.
Who is Tammy Lynn Sytch?
Tammy Lynn Sytch, also known by her ring name Sunny, is a former professional wrestling personality.
What is Tammy Lynn Sytchfamous for?
Tammy Lynn Sytch is famous for her time in the World Wrestling Federation (WWF, now WWE), where she was one of the most popular figures and is considered the first Diva.
What is the latest news about Tammy Lynn Sytch?
In November 2023, Tammy Lynn Sytch was sentenced to seventeen years in prison on DUI and manslaughter-related charges.
What is Tammy Lynn Sytch's age?
Tammy Lynn Sytch is 50 years old.
What is Tammy Lynn Sytch's relationship status?
Tammy Lynn Sytch was in a relationship with Chris Candido from 1990 until his death in 2005.
