Ashley Elizabeth Fliehr (born April 5, 1986) is an American professional wrestler who performs under the ring persona Charlotte Flair. She is signed to WWE and is widely recognized for combining athleticism, technical skill and a regal in-ring character that makes frequent reference to her family legacy.

Fliehr trained for a career in sports entertainment before joining WWE's developmental program. She rose through WWE's NXT brand, where she became a prominent figure and captured the NXT Women's Championship, a title that helped establish her as a main roster contender. After her promotion, Charlotte was featured in top storylines and pay-per-view matches, often positioned as a cornerstone of the company's women's division.

Championships and notable accomplishments

  • Multiple-time women's world champion on WWE television, including reigns as Raw Women's Champion and SmackDown Women's Champion.
  • Recognized as the final holder of the original WWE Divas Championship, a symbolic transitional moment in WWE's shift toward presenting women's wrestling on parity with men's.
  • Part of high-profile main-event matches and legacy events that contributed to the expansion of women's roles on major shows and at WrestleMania.

In the ring, Charlotte is known for a blend of power moves, high-impact aerial maneuvers and submission work. Her presentation—complete with elaborate entrance attire, a commanding nickname and a confident speaking style—draws on the lineage of her father, Ric Flair, while she has also developed her own identity and rivalries.

Beyond championships, Charlotte's significance lies in her role during a period when women's professional wrestling gained broader visibility and main-event opportunities. She has been involved in matches that received mainstream attention and has become a frequent feature in discussions about the evolution of women's roles in scripted sports entertainment. As a public figure she also appears in interviews and media features, contributing to the visibility of professional wrestling outside the ring.