
Mahoney last worked for World Wrestling Alliance and for American independent promotions. Rechner was born in Spring Lake Heights, New Jersey. He started wresting at the age of 15. Rechner's son, Christopher, was born on November 15, 2007. Rechner had numerous tattoos, including two tribal pieces, a dragon and inverted pentagram on his arm, and a tattoo dedicated to Chris Candido.

On April 12, 2016, one day after his 44th birthday, Rechner died at his home in Spring Lake Heights, New Jersey. His death was reported via Twitter by the brother of deceased wrestler Chris Candido, who was informed of the death by Rechner's girlfriend. Other sources confirmed his death.