Is it possible to reinvent yourself, trading the squared circle for the screen, and still find success? For Andrew A.J. Befumo, the answer is a resounding yes, as hes transitioned from the world of independent wrestling, where he was known as "The American Powerchild Eric Justice," to become a social media sensation, all while maintaining his wrestling legacy.

Befumo, of Italian descent, honed his craft in the independent wrestling circuit around New Jersey. He began his career during his college years and continued to wrestle throughout the 1990s until 2005. It was during this time that the persona of "The American Powerchild Eric Justice" was born, a moniker that would become synonymous with his in-ring prowess. His journey in professional wrestling saw him compete against various opponents, including a match against Jack Lord for the Rampage Heavyweight Title on September 8, 2001, a testament to his dedication and skill in the sport.

The legacy of Eric Justice lives on, not just in the memories of those who witnessed his matches, but also through his son, Eric, affectionately known as "Big Justice." The younger Eric, born in 2013, carries the name and, alongside his father, has embraced the digital realm, together becoming a dynamic duo on platforms like TikTok. This unique father-son partnership has resonated with a vast audience, establishing them as the popular "Costco Guys," known for their engaging and often humorous content.

Befumo's wrestling career also saw him form an unexpected alliance with WWE Hall of Famer Jim "The Anvil" Neidhart. This partnership brought together two generations of wrestling talent, and highlighted Befumo's ability to connect with legendary figures in the industry.

Adding to the allure of the wrestling world, it was announced that fans would have an opportunity to see the American Powerchild Eric Justice in one last match! This final showdown, promised to be an unmissable spectacle, was held at Lacey Township High School on October 9th at 7 pm. This event gave fans one last chance to witness the charisma and athleticism that defined Befumo's wrestling career.

The transition from wrestling to social media stardom has not diminished Befumos connections within the wrestling community. He and his family even crossed paths with AEW (All Elite Wrestling) at the "All Out" event in September. Befumo took the opportunity to create content, filming TikToks with AEW talent, including MXM Collection (Mason Madden and Mansoor).

Adding further depth to the world of professional wrestling, there is another wrestler with the name Eric Justice. This is not Andrew A.J. Befumo, but a different individual named Jeremy Fritz (born December 15, 1979). He is known professionally as Eric Young, a Canadian wrestler with a career spanning multiple promotions, including Total Nonstop Action Wrestling (TNA) and World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE). He is recognized for his time in TNA, where he made his debut in 2004, and WWE, where he was the leader of the Sanity stable.

Young is known for his signature move, the "Justice Bomb," now known as the "Power Boom," and his wrestling career had a successful path. His training included working with veteran wrestler Waldo von Erich.

Returning to Andrew A.J. Befumo's narrative, his journey includes a connection to the genesis of his wrestling persona. The name "Eric Justice" was developed as a result of his concept as "The American Power Child". The name was chosen from "American Justice" where by removing "Am" and "an" from the beginning and end of "American" resulting to Eric Justice.

The path from the wrestling ring to the digital world is increasingly common, with wrestling talents such as Befumo finding new avenues for engagement and expression. Befumo's pivot to content creation highlights his adaptability and business acumen, proving that the skills developed in the world of professional wrestling can be successfully translated into other ventures.

Here is a breakdown of key facts and figures related to the two wrestlers we discussed:

Category	Andrew A.J. Befumo ("Eric Justice")	Jeremy Fritz ("Eric Young")
Real Name	Andrew A.J. Befumo	Jeremy Fritz
Ring Name	The American Powerchild Eric Justice	Eric Young
Date of Birth	October 2, 1979 (Ormond Beach, Florida)	December 15, 1979
Origin	Italian Descent	Canadian
Known For	Independent Wrestling, TikTok Star ("Costco Guys")	TNA/Impact Wrestling, WWE (Sanity)
Signature Move	Justice Bomb (now Power Boom)	Justice Bomb (now Power Boom)
Social Media	TikTok (with Big Justice)	N/A
Noteworthy	Teamed with Jim "The Anvil" Neidhart, Final Match on October 9th at Lacey Township High School	Leader of Sanity stable in WWE, Debut in TNA in 2004, Trained with veteran wrestler Waldo von Erich
Major Debut	AEW Full Gear	TNA 2004