How many championships has the Kofi Kingston won in WWE? What are his accomplishments in WWE?

Kofi Kingston was the first African-born WWE Champion in the company's long history.

How many championships has the Kofi Kingston won in WWE? What are his accomplishments in WWE?

Kofi Kingston (Image via WWE)

Kofi Kingston is one of the most popular stars in the WWE and his inspirational story has elated all. The WWE Universe loves him and his career has always seen an upgrade. His hard work and dedication to the company have been an example to every new superstar.

Kingston signed a developmental deal with WWE in 2006 and shortened his name to Kofi Kingston. He made his debut on WWE in 2008 with a Jamaican character. Towards the end of 2009, he dropped his Jamaican character but kept his ring name. He was billed from his home country, Ghana.

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The most iconic aspect of his character was the Tag Team he formed with Big E and Xavier Woods – The New Day. They went on to become the longest-reigning Tag Team Champions. But Kingston has even experienced success as a singles wrestler. He is a multi-time US and Intercontinental Champion.

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List of Kofi Kingston championship wins and accomplishments

In his incredible career, Kofi Kingston has defied the odds on several occasions. His biggest singles victory came in 2019 when he defeated Daniel Bryan, to win his first WWE Championship at WrestleMania 35. Check out the list below to find out his championship and accomplishments in WWE:

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  • WWE Championship (1-time)
  • WWE Tag Team Championship (13-times) – with Big E and Xavier Woods (8), Evan Bourne (1), R-Truth (1), CM Punk (1), Xavier Woods (3)
  • WWE Intercontinental Championship (4-times)
  • WWE United States Championship (3-times)
  • Grand Slam Champion
  • Triple Crown Champion
  • Match of the Year (2019)
  • Bragging Rights Trophy (2010)
  • Slammy Awards (2-times)
    • Moment of the year (2012)
    • Ring Gear of the year (2020)
  • WWE Year-End Awards (2-times)
    • Moment of the year (2019)
    • Men’s Tag Team of the year (2019)

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