Roman Reigns, the WWE Superstar often referred to as the "Tribal Chief," has recently addressed rumors about his potential departure from WWE for Hollywood. While it’s true that many WWE superstars have successfully transitioned into acting, Reigns has made it clear that he’s not leaving WWE anytime soon. However, he has expressed interest in exploring a career in Hollywood in the future.
WWE Stars Making the Leap to Hollywood
Over the years, several WWE Superstars have made the move from the ring to the big screen, with varying degrees of success. The most notable examples include Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, John Cena, and Dave Bautista. The Rock, in particular, has become one of Hollywood’s biggest stars, with his films consistently achieving box-office success.
Similarly, John Cena has carved out a solid film career, becoming a key part of franchises like Fast & Furious and The Suicide Squad. Dave Bautista has also enjoyed great success, starring in films such as Guardians of the Galaxy, Dune, and Knives Out 2.
These stars have paved the way for wrestlers who wish to explore acting, and now, Roman Reigns is considering whether Hollywood could be in his future.
Roman Reigns Talks About Transitioning into Film
In a recent interview with Sports Illustrated, Roman Reigns opened up about the possibility of moving into acting. He acknowledged that the skills he’s developed throughout his WWE career could be put to good use in Hollywood. "I think there’s a lot of… I’ve said this before, there are a lot of tools and skills that I’ve built and learned along my way in WWE that it would probably be a waste if I didn’t somewhat transition and use these skills," Reigns shared.
Despite admiring the success of WWE legends like The Rock, Cena, and Bautista, Reigns emphasized that he doesn’t want to follow in their exact footsteps. His focus, if he pursues a career in film, is on quality over quantity.
“I want to make good… if I’m going to make movies, I want to make really good movies. I want to be part of really good stories, I want to work with really good crew directors and production teams who know what I’m doing. I want to work with other experienced actors,” Reigns explained.
Roman Reigns’ Hollywood Debut
While Reigns has not yet fully transitioned into Hollywood, fans may recall his brief Hollywood debut in 2019. He appeared in Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw, where he portrayed Mateo Hobbs, the cousin of Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson's character, Luke Hobbs. This appearance marked his first foray into the film industry, and he seems eager to take on more roles if the right opportunities arise.
Despite his growing interest in acting, Roman Reigns is still deeply committed to his WWE career. His focus remains on creating compelling stories in the ring, but he also sees Hollywood as a potential avenue for his future once his time in WWE eventually comes to an end. For now, however, fans can expect to see him continue dominating the WWE landscape as the "Tribal Chief" while also keeping an eye on potential film roles in the future.
