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WWE News: The Rock Gets Invited To SmackDown Amid Online Feud

July 13, 2023 by newhiphopnews

In an unexpected development, WWE SmackDown superstar Grayson Waller has invited The Rock, also known as Dwayne Johnson, to appear on his talk show, The Grayson Waller Effect, making for some fascinating WWE news (via FightFans). This invitation comes in the midst of a heated Twitter exchange between the two wrestling personalities.

The Twitter Feud

The online feud was sparked when Waller audaciously claimed that his SmackDown in-ring debut at Madison Square Garden was superior to The Rock’s. The Rock, not one to back down from a challenge, responded by branding Waller as an “outback jack-off.”

Waller’s Response

Ouch! Those classic 1999 schoolyard insults really still hit.
You still have an open invitation to be a guest on The Grayson Waller Effect though! Sounds like you’re in desperate need of the Grayson Waller rub #GWEffect https://t.co/mB1rNgf6wF

— Grayson Waller (@GraysonWWE) July 12, 2023

Unfazed by The Rock’s sharp retort, Waller responded with an invitation to his talk show. He tweeted, “Ouch! Those classic 1999 schoolyard insults really still hit. You still have an open invitation to be a guest on The Grayson Waller Effect though! Sounds like you’re in desperate need of the Grayson Waller rub.”

Rising Star: Grayson Waller

The Rock Dwayne Johnson Promoting the XFL — SAN ANTONIO, TX – FEBRUARY 19: Dwayne Johnson is swarmed as he enters the Alamodome before the start of the game between of the San Antonio Brahamas and of the St. Louis Battlehawks at the Alamodome on February 19, 2023 in San Antonio, Texas. (Photo by Ronald Cortes/Getty Images)

Grayson Waller’s audaciousness is not without merit. The SmackDown superstar has been making waves in the WWE universe. He recently shared the ring with John Cena during a segment at WWE Money in the Bank 2023. Moreover, Waller’s in-ring debut on SmackDown was against WWE Hall of Famer Edge, a match that saw the Australian put up a commendable fight, despite his defeat.

The Rock’s Response: Yet to Come

The Rock Dwayne Johnson at the Academy Awards — HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 12: Dwayne Johnson attends the 95th Annual Academy Awards on March 12, 2023 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Emma McIntyre/Getty Images)

As of now, The Rock has not responded to Waller’s invitation. Fans are eagerly waiting to see if the wrestling legend will accept the challenge and appear on The Grayson Waller Effect. The Rock’s response, whatever it may be, is sure to add another exciting chapter to this unfolding online feud.

The Impact of the Feud

This online feud and the subsequent invitation have certainly stirred up the WWE universe. It has not only put the spotlight on Grayson Waller but also added an intriguing storyline to the WWE narrative. Whether The Rock accepts the invitation or not, this incident has undoubtedly elevated Waller’s status in the WWE universe.

Conclusion

The WWE universe is no stranger to feuds, both inside and outside the ring. However, this online feud between The Rock and Grayson Waller, culminating in an unexpected invitation, has added a fresh twist to the WWE narrative. As fans wait for The Rock’s response, one thing is certain – Grayson Waller is a rising star to watch out for in the WWE universe.

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WWE News: Superstar Accused Of Being “Absolute Rip-Off” Of The Rock

July 4, 2023 by newhiphopnews

In recent months, LA Knight, a rising star in the World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) universe, has been making waves and WWE news with his impressive promo skills. His charisma and delivery have caught the attention of fans and critics alike, marking him as a talent to watch. However, not everyone is impressed with Knight’s burgeoning career.

Kevin Nash’s Critique

Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson — WASHINGTON, DC – FEBRUARY 19: (L-R) XFL owner Dwayne Johnson reacts on the sideline during the first half of the XFL game between the DC Defenders and the Seattle Sea Dragons at Audi Field on February 19, 2023 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)between the DC Defenders and the Seattle Sea Dragons

WWE Hall of Famer, Kevin Nash, has likened Knight’s delivery on the mic to a poor imitation of The Rock’s iconic style. Speaking on a recent episode of the Kliq This podcast (via FightFans), Nash expressed his views on LA Knight’s performance. According to Nash, Knight’s style is far from original and is, in fact, an “absolute rip off of The Rock.” He went on to say, “Am I the only one that sees like an absolute rip off of The Rock? To the point when he cut the promo on Logan Paul or whatever his name is? The only thing he didn’t do is turn the motherf***er sideways. Jesus Christ, does everybody have amnesia? There’s nothing original.”

The Rock’s Unforgettable Style

The Rock, also known as The Great One, is renowned for his verbal assaults on his opponents, often leaving them without a rebuttal. His unique cadence and delivery style have become a hallmark of his persona. These made him one of the most memorable figures in WWE history. It’s no surprise that upcoming talents might be influenced by his style, but Nash’s critique suggests that Knight’s imitation goes beyond mere influence.

WWE News: LA Knight’s Recent Performance

Despite the criticism, LA Knight has been gaining popularity among WWE fans. His performances have been generally well-received, and his charisma is undeniable. However, many were left disappointed when he failed to win the men’s Money In The Bank ladder match. The winner of this match essentially ensures that they will go on to become a champion. The contract inside the briefcase offers them the chance to cash in the briefcase on any champion.

WWE News: Triple H’s Take on LA Knight

Despite the disappointment, Triple H, another WWE legend, offered some hope for LA Knight’s fans. Speaking at the Money In The Bank Post-Show Press Conference, he said, “I know LA Knight was a massive favourite. [He is] continuing that ascent. Great things come to those who wait, and that rise is just getting started.”

In conclusion, while LA Knight’s style may be reminiscent of The Rock, it’s clear that he has his own unique appeal. Whether he’s a rip-off or simply influenced by one of the greats is a matter of perspective. What’s undeniable is that LA Knight is a talent to watch in the WWE universe, and his journey is just beginning.

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Dwayne Johnson Makes Surprise Appearance in “Fast X”

May 15, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson appears in a Fast X scene, despite pledging not to after a feud with Vin Diesel. Fast X, the final installment of the Fast & Furious franchise, stars Vin Diesel, alongside Jason Momoa, Brie Larson, and more. The film premieres in the U.S. later this week on May 19. Diesel asked Johnson to make an appearance in Fast X in November of 2021. Johnson responded to Diesel’s wishes, letting him know that it wasn’t going to happen.

In 2021, Vin Diesel posted a screengrab from an earlier Fast & Furious movie alongside Johnson. His caption reads, “I told you years ago that I was going to fulfill my promise to Pablo.” He adds, “I swore that we would reach and manifest the best Fast in the finale.” Diesel tells the actor, “I say this out of love… but you must show up.” Diesel asks the former WWE star to “not leave the franchise idle,” reminding him that, “[he has a very important role to play.” Diesel finished the post with, “Hobbs can’t be played by no other. I hope that you rise to the occasion and fulfill your destiny.” Johnson called Diesel’s post “an example of his manipulation.”

Johnson Pledged To Never Return To Fast & Furious

Dwayne Johnson Makes Surprise Appearance in "Fast X" — US actor Vin Diesel arrives for the Premiere of the film “Fast X”, the tenth film in the Fast & Furious saga, at the Colosseum monument in Rome. (Photo credit should read Marco Ravagli/Future Publishing via Getty Images)

Johnson later told CNN that he”told [Diesel] directly that I would not be returning to the franchise.” He went on to say he “was firm yet cordial with my words.” Also claiming he, “said that I would always be supportive of the cast and always root for the franchise to be successful, but that there was no chance I would return.” He added that he didn’t like “that he brought up his children in the post,” or “Paul Walker’s death.” Going on to say, “Leave them out of it.” He said the two actors “had spoken months ago about this and came to a clear understanding.”

Since appearing in 2017’s The Fate of the Furious with Diesel, Johnson also appeared in Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw in 2019. Johnson has gone back on the statements he made about returning, as shown by his brief appearance in Fast X.

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Dwayne Johnson Continues To Electrify WWE Fans

April 21, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Dwayne Johnson is still electrifying wrestling fans after all these years. His pro wrestling personality ‘The Rock’ is one of the most famous characters in all of professional wrestling. Johnson can look back at his wrestling days as great practice for his current gig in action. However, Johnson has never forgotten his wrestling roots. Meanwhile, the fans of the sport haven’t either. A trading card featuring The Rock recently went for a big price. Proving that Johnson is still the most electrifying man in all of sports & entertainment.

According to TMZ, a trading card featuring The Rock sold for $126,000. The card features ‘The Great One’ giving Stone Cold Steven Austin his patent Rock Bottom. Steve Austin and Johnson are arguably the great on-screen rivalry in professional wrestling history. As well as being two of the biggest stars to ever step foot in the squared circle. The 2022 Panini WWE Black Prizms card is now in the hands of a passionate collector.

Dwayne Johnson’s Memorable Run In WWE

Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson continues to prove why he’s “The Most Electrifying Man in Sports Entertainment” — a 2022 Panini WWE Black Prizms card featuring The Brahma Bull sold for $126,000 at auction, the highest-selling WWE trading card of all time. https://t.co/gNaz0AE2eA

— TMZ Sports (@TMZ_Sports) April 21, 2023

Johnson was a massive part of the most famous era in WWE history. The era is known as the Attitude Era. A time when nothing was off limits as the WWE competed with the WCW for supremacy in the Monday night television ratings. The Attitude Era was full of larger-than-life personalities. Including The Rock as being one of the characters leading the way. Memorabilia from that era in professional wrestling is the dream of any fan that got to witness that time period.

It is no surprise that Dwayne Johnson is once again breaking records. However, it makes perfect sense that this card also involves Johnson’s greatest dancing partner in Stone Cold. Austin and Rock are wrestling royalty. The news of this trading card going for such a high price continues the legend of the two athletes. If you were alive to witness the Attitude Era, you were a part of a golden era in professional wrestling. So, now it is time for the most important question. Were you team Rock or team Stone Cold? Sound off in the comment section with what side of the battlefield you stood on. For the latest news in sports, keep it right here with HNHH.

The Rock Went To ‘Great Lengths’ To Keep His Surprise Appearance At The Grammys For Adele A Secret

February 7, 2023 by newhiphopnews

It’s not often that Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson isn’t the most famous person in the room, but that was the case on Sunday during the 2023 Grammys. Attendees includes Beyoncé, Taylor Swift (who worked with the wrestler-turned-actor for her “The Man” music video), Bad Bunny, and Adele. “Someone that I’ve never met that I think I would actually cry is The Rock,” the “Easy on Me” singer once admitted. Her wish came true at the Grammys, providing one of the night’s more delightful moments.

Johnson told Variety how he pulled off the surprise.

“We wanted to do something special for Adele,” he said. “I know that she is a very big fan of mine and has made that clear publicly many times. But I’ve got to tell you, I am a huge fan of hers, as well — her music, her journey, her openness and directness in how she speaks. I’ve always admired that about her.” The Rock went to “great lengths to make sure that Adele was authentically surprised in the moment, and she was.” He also called Adele “a special iconic brilliant inspiring artist who has inspired a generation and who will continue to inspire generations to come. I love that woman.”

If she slips a bottle of Teremana into her next music video, he’ll love her even more.

(Via Variety)

Grammys Host Trevor Noah Introduced Adele To Her Secret Idol, Dwayne Johnson (AKA The Rock)

February 5, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Being a good award show means juggling a lot of different responsibilities. As three-time Grammys host Trevor Noah put it tonight, in addition to keeping the show moving along and keeping the crowd entertained with riffs between segments, he’s got to know stuff about the audience. Stuff like how much LL Cool J loves breakfast cereal (or so he says).

But not only did Noah have to keep that information handy, but he also got to put it to good use. Noting that pop star Adele is a huge fan of actor Dwayne Johnson but has never met him, Trevor joked that he didn’t have Dwayne Johnson waiting in the wings to pop out on her — but he did have “The Rock,” Johnson’s wrestling alter ego.

.@Adele just fulfilled her dream of meeting @TheRock, and we’ve never seen anything so wholesome #GRAMMYs pic.twitter.com/8IqraujYNR

— MTV NEWS (@MTVNEWS) February 6, 2023

It was a pretty sweet — and funny — moment, as Adele is clearly overjoyed to meet her Hollywood hero, popping up to get a nice hug from him. Naturally, fans watching and tweeting along on Twitter all had the same joke about poor Rich Paul, who has been dating Adele since at least the summer of 2021.

Rich Paul is druski when the rock hugged Adele pic.twitter.com/OW9cL4Syss

— Shannonnn sharpes Burner (PARODY Account) (@shannonsharpeee) February 6, 2023

Rich Paul when the rock walked over #GRAMMYs pic.twitter.com/FSIfxFbVz4

— yungskinroutine (@ghett0thello) February 6, 2023

Rich Paul while The Rock came to the table pic.twitter.com/JjUAGaSO10

— VP of Wu Tang Financial (@BarbChairScott) February 6, 2023

Adele is up for seven awards tonight, including Record, Song, and Album Of The Year. You can follow along with the winners as we update our list here.

Cardi B, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, Jill Biden & More Announced As 2023 Grammys Presenters

February 2, 2023 by newhiphopnews

The Grammys are just days away. Over the past few weeks, the Recording Academy’s slowly unveiled details surrounding the ceremony and today, they’ve revealed who we should see on stage presenting the awards. As expected, they’re bringing out some stars to the stage, including 2019 Rap Album Of The Year winner, Cardi B. The Bronx star will be among the diverse roster of entertainers and celebrities who will announce the winners to the televised categories.

Cardi B won’t be the only Grammy winner presenting an award on Sunday night. The Grammy’s announced Shania Twain and Olivia Rodrigo will also help hand out awards during the ceremony. Additionally, current Grammy nominees including Billy Crystal and Viola Davis will take on similar duties. Finally, the Grammys also tapped Dwayne “The Rock Johnson” and First Lady Jill Biden as presenters. It will undoubtedly be an eventful evening.

Los Angeles, UNITED STATES: The trophy of the Grammy Awards in Los Angeles 11 February 2007. AFP PHOTO/Gabriel BOUYS (Photo credit should read GABRIEL BOUYS/AFP via Getty Images)

Though the presenters are important, most people are particularly excited to see some of the performances. So far, they confirmed Harry Styles, Bad Bunny, Brandi Carlile, Kim Petras, Mary J. Blige, Luke Combs, Lizzo, Steve Lacy, and Sam Smith will grace the stage. Plus, there’s Hip-Hop 50 segment directed by Questlove that will take place. On top of that, the Maverick City Music choir will join Quavo for a tribute to Takeoff. Quavo and Maverick City Music will deliver a rendition of “Without You” during the In Memorium segment.

There have been recent rumors floating around this week that there are some surprise performances in store. Apparently, DJ Khaled is cooking something up for the award ceremony, which means that he’ll bring a slew of guests along with him. One of those guests is rumored to be Jay-Z, who appeared on the titular song on Khaled’s latest studio album, GOD DID. Though there isn’t any confirmation, it would be incredible to see Hov take the stage and deliver one of the best verses of 2022.

We’ll keep you posted on anymore updates surrounding the 2023 Grammys.

The Rock Says Black Adam Will Not be in Intro Chapter of New DC Universe

December 21, 2022 by newhiphopnews

Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson released a statement to his fans now that his Black Adam run is over. Don’t expect a sequel to arrive anytime soon.

Hitting social media, The Rock announced that Black Adam wouldn’t be present in the DC expanded cinematic universe that they are currently rolling out, which will be led by James Gunn and Peter Safran.

“My passionate friends, I wanted to give you a long-awaited Black Adam update regarding the character’s future in the new DC Universe. James Gunn and I connected, and Black Adam will not be in their first chapter of storytelling. However, DC and Seven Bucks have agreed to continue exploring the most valuable ways Black Adam can be utilized in future DC multiverse chapters.

James and I have known each other for years and have always rooted for each other to succeed,” he continued. “It’s no different now, and I will always root for DC (and Marvel) to win and WIN BIG. You guys know me, and I have very thick skin—and you can always count on me to be direct with my words. These decisions made by James and DC leadership represent their vision of DCU through their creative lens.”

The news follows DC’s announcement that Henry Cavill will not return as Superman and the forthcoming Wonder Woman films were scrapped.

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Rick Ross Made A 757 Airplane Motor Into A Brunch Table And The Rock Approves

December 19, 2022 by newhiphopnews

“The Biggest Boss” Rick Ross opened November by letting the internet into his overstuffed mansion. People trolled him and called him a hoarder for owning an objective excess of clothes and shoes. Ross got the last laugh this weekend.

The multiplatinum rapper flaunted a prestigious if unconventional addition to his home decor. “I TURNED AN 757 AIRPLANE MOTOR TO A BRUNCH TABLE FOR ME TO ENJOY MY FAV DRINK @officialbelaire ” Ross captioned a video of the pristine table situated beneath an icy chandelier.

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“You my family. I wanted you to see this. I just had my table delivered, been waiting on this a long time,” Ross said in the video. “Guess what I did? This is my amazing brunch area, but guess what we did? I bought a motor from a 757 airliner. That’s right. An airplane. A 757 airliner. Had the blades polished, had the lights inserted. I can change the lights — any color I want to. Had the tabletop, the top glass cut. This is custom. This is a Ricky Rozay customization! A Ricky Rozay request.”

Ross added that his “amazing brunch area,” boasting extravagant glass fish tanks, is where he enjoys “the finest spirits,” such as Luc Belaire, McQueen, and Bumbu. “DM me if you wanna know how much I spent on this,” he concluded. “Salute to the team for making this happen. It’s amazing.” The video would have fit perfectly as a scene on the original run of MTV Cribs.

Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson won’t need to DM Ross to learn about this sort of investment. “Love this brotha. I had a ‘GSD’ table made for my office (get sh*t done),” he commented on an Instagram photo of Ross sitting at the table alongside #hardestworkersintheroom and a flexing emoji.

DJ Khaled also left the very on-brand comment, “GOD DID,” and Ross received more love in the comments from DJ Clue, Slim Thug and Trina.