In November 2003, Lashley began working in the professional wrestling area and signed a developmental contract with World Wrestling Entertainment. He was assigned to the development territory Ohio Valley Wrestling, where he was known as Blaster Lashley
Lashley is a former member of the United States Army. In WWE, he is a former one–time WWE United States Champion and a two–time ECW CHAMPION.And former Collegiate amateur wrestler.
Chris was a two-time World Heavyweight Champion, five-time United States Heavyweight Champion, four-time Intercontinental Champion, three-time WCW World Television Champion, seven-time World Tag Team Champion and the 2004 Royal Rumble winner.