In a heartwarming display of respect and admiration, WWE Hall of Famer Shawn Michaels took to social media to congratulate Tony D’Angelo on his recent NXT Heritage Cup championship win. The Don, as he’s commonly known, captured the coveted title by defeating Charlie Dempsey in the main event of NXT, marking his first singles title victory in WWE.
The match, which went the full five rounds, saw Tony secure the win via pinfall after hitting Dempsey with a spinning fisherman’s buster. The victory was celebrated with his cohorts, Channing “Stacks” Lorenzo, Adriana Rizzo, and Luca Crusifino, collectively known as the D’Angelo Family.
Shawn Michaels, who has been instrumental in shaping the careers of many WWE superstars, including Tony D’Angelo, took to X/Twitter to share a photo of himself with the new NXT Heritage Cup Champion and his entourage. In the caption, HBK praised Tony’s tremendous win, calling it an incredible night for The Family. Michaels went on to congratulate The Don, hailing him as a bonafide superstar.
Tony D’Angelo responded to the congratulatory message, thanking the WWE legend for his kind words. The exchange has left fans and pundits alike buzzing with excitement, as the wrestling world eagerly awaits to see what the future holds for The Don.
Meanwhile, former WWE head writer Vince Russo has voiced his disapproval of the 2024 WWE Draft, which saw many superstars switch brands and several NXT talents get called up to the main roster. Russo criticized Triple H and Shawn Michaels’ booking decisions, suggesting that the roster lacks the “IT” factor and is filled with mediocrity.
As Tony D’Angelo basks in the glory of his NXT Heritage Cup triumph, all eyes are on who will emerge as his first challenger for the title. Will it be a seasoned veteran or a rising star looking to make a name for themselves? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain – The Don’s victory has set the wrestling world abuzz.
