The Rock recently discussed his return to WWE in an interview with ESPN.
The Rock joined the TKO Board of Directors and began regularly appearing on WWE TV to promote WrestleMania 40, something he credits WWE President Nick Khan for helping to make happen. He said,
“I was excited to work with [Nick Khan], Ari and Mark Shapiro to help expand the WWE/TKO business to new heights. That relationship that I have with Nick has certainly helped propel a lot of this forward. Even though things didn’t work out philosophically for us to get the deal done for WrestleMania 39 at SoFi Stadium, that allowed this incredible opportunity for Cody Rhodes to come in. And as we are feeling and sensing and hearing from his passionate fans … what an incredible opportunity for him.”
He continued, “Nick’s an excellent leader, astute businessman and sharp dealmaker because he’s an innovative collaborator, big-picture thinker, and has the capacity to recognize epic, disruptive opportunities for brand-building.”
