WWE personality Pat McAfee recently shared insights into The Rock’s unexpected heel turn during the WrestleMania Kickoff press event, shedding light on the surprising twist that unfolded live on The Pat McAfee Show.
The Rock’s transition to a villainous persona took many by surprise, especially as fans began rallying behind Cody Rhodes, prompting The Great One to embrace his darker side.
This transformation was foreshadowed during his appearance on The Pat McAfee Show, where he playfully labeled Rhodes’ supporters as “Cody crybabies.”
Reflecting on this turn of events, McAfee expressed his astonishment during a recent episode of his show, recounting the moment when The Rock seemingly embraced his heel persona while seated just feet away from him.
“Well, he did it on our show. ‘The Rock says this…'” McAfee recalled, reminiscing about the moment. “As soon as I heard it, he was like sitting four feet away from me, I’m like holy sh*t we got the heel Rock back…Yeah so, umm, I think The Rock is, I think it is Hollywood [Rock]. They [WWE] tell me nothing,” McAfee shared.
In addition to this revelation, McAfee engaged in a candid conversation with basketball player Tyrese Haliburton, who disclosed that his style of play draws inspiration from WWE.
Haliburton admitted to relishing the role of a heel, both on the basketball court and in his personal life, channeling the charisma and bravado of WWE superstars like The Rock.
As anticipation mounts for the upcoming episode of SmackDown, featuring The Rock and Roman Reigns, wrestling enthusiasts eagerly await to see what surprises The Bloodline has in store for fans when they make their presence felt on the blue brand.
With McAfee’s revelations shedding light on The Rock’s unexpected heel turn and Haliburton’s insights into the influence of WWE on his own persona, the wrestling world is abuzz with speculation about the future direction of these larger-than-life characters and the impact they will have on WWE’s narrative landscape.
