SUMMARY
- Logan Paul revealed in an interview that he had a friendly relationship with Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson.
- Paul expressed sadness and disappointment when he learned that The Rock wanted nothing to do with him after the Japan incident.
Logan Paul is an American YouTuber turned professional wrestler who is currently signed to WWE and is the United States Champion. Since his debut in 2022, the 28-year-old superstar has been one of the most famous superstars in the Stamford-based promotion.
The Rock since his return to WWE on New Year’s Day RAW has been making waves in the Wrestling industry. The ‘People’s Champion’ is well known for his positive and inspiring aura. But to some individuals like Logan Paul, he may not be the best role model.
In an interview with True Geordie, Logan revealed his relationship with The Rock and how he ignored him. He started by praising the ‘Brahma Bull’ about his energy and how he loves him. He also made 3-4 videos with him on multiple occasions and all of them went viral. Paul defined his bond with The Rock as friendly and considered him as his acquaintance.
But all of it changed after the infamous Japan incident of Logan Paul. He was at the lowest point of his life and was mentally destroyed. He then gets a call from his publicist who tells him that The Rock wants all of his content with Paul removed and wants nothing to do with him. Logan said that he wished to get a call or text from Johnson as he believed they had a healthy relationship.
If you wondering why Logan Paul is on team Cody. Here is a reminder on why him and Rock had a falling out. #RealFriends pic.twitter.com/LOG643X7Jo
— Aaron Busby 🏁 (@MrBusby4o8) February 4, 2024
But nothing happened. He was extremely sad and said, “My hero wanted nothing to do with me.” He further said, “I did not reach out he did he did about maybe like five months ago nah three months ago how did he reach out like nothing ever happened what like a text message or uh uh instagram dm okay.” This time Logan ignored the Rock and did not reply to him.
Logan Paul is supporting Cody Rhodes as ‘We Want Cody’ trends
Ever Since Cody lost his place in the main event to The Rock people have been protesting. Not only Fans but several wrestling superstars have also raised their voices for Rhodes. The most recent addition to that list is Logan Paul.
We want Cody.
— Logan Paul (@LoganPaul) February 4, 2024
The host of ‘IMPAULSIVE’ wrote “We Want Cody” on his X handle supporting the ongoing trend. As soon as the post went viral WWE Universe took notice of it and praised Logan. People were seen appreciating Paul for taking a stand for ‘The American Nightmare’.
The Rock has replaced Cody Rhodes from the main event at WrestleMania 40
Reportedly, after the infamous Vince McMahon incident plans for WrestleMania 40 abruptly changed. And Cody was hit worst by these hastily taken changes. The Superstar won the Royal Rumble 2024 and was all set to take on the ‘Tribal Chief‘ in the main event of Mania 40.
But things changed after the February 2, 2024 episode of SmackDown where Cody Rhodes was seen backing away from fighting Roman and introducing The Rock to take on him. Some reports also suggested that Dwyane may have used his increased powers to change the plans.
It will be interesting to see if WWE will make any further changes in their plans. Fans have been outrageous about The Rock replacing Cody Rhodes and are voicing their support for him.