WWE megastar Roman Reigns stunned fans this week by publicly endorsing President Donald Trump in a new interview with Vanity Fair. The 39-year-old wrestling icon, whose real name is Joe Anoa’i, spoke candidly about his support for Trump just days before headlining WrestleMania, making waves across the sports and entertainment world.
“I support our president,” Reigns stated. “Trump is one of those guys where he’s got a vast history and a huge background.” The former WWE champion cited Trump’s experience across business, entertainment, and politics as a major factor behind his support.
“At this point, I’m supporting a bright future for our country,” Reigns said, praising the need for “positive and competent leadership” and calling on America to live up to its role as a global leader. Though he noted some reservations about Trump’s confrontational style, Reigns said the president’s willingness to answer tough questions helped him stand out—particularly in contrast to Vice President Kamala Harris.
“One person was giving us information. One person was answering questions, so it wasn’t that hard,” he said.
Reigns also drew a bold comparison between today’s political landscape and the world of professional wrestling. “The world seems to be more like wrestling than any other form of entertainment,” he observed, referencing the constant clashes and dramatic rivalries that define both arenas.
The endorsement triggered outrage among liberal wrestling fans online, who flooded social media with shocked reactions and memes. Some branded the move as betrayal, while others humorously referred to it as a “meltdown” in the internet wrestling community.
Despite the backlash, Reigns found support from many fans who praised him for speaking honestly about his political views. As one of the most prominent figures in WWE today, his comments mark another high-profile celebrity endorsement for President Trump heading into the 2024 election.
