SamoaSamoa Joe Lands TV Role
Samoa Joe got a call for the Peacock series Twisted Metal four hours after being fired by WWE for a second time. He joined AEW/ROH in April 2022.
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Samoa Joe was released by WWE for a second time in January 2022. He had been brought back in June 2021, won the NXT Championship, had to relinquish the title, and moved into a backstage role before his January release.
After being fired, Joe said he looked at his wife and said, 'I got fired.' His wife told him, 'It's alright. God's got this. We're going to be fine. We prayed on this. It's going to work out.'
Four hours later, Joe received a phone call from a friend he hadn't spoken to in 15 years. The friend asked Joe to send an audition tape for a new TV show for Peacock, which became the series Twisted Metal.
Joe started working on Twisted Metal and later joined AEW/ROH in April 2022. He said he walked back into the room, looked at his wife, and said, 'Well, I'm now starring in a TV series, so I think everything's okay.'
Joe's wife had told him, 'I told you it would all work out,' after he informed her about the TV series role.
Joe had been fired by WWE twice prior to landing the role in Twisted Metal. He was first released in April 2021 and brought back in June 2021.
Joe said he had a good time working on the commentary desk after receiving a concussion, but was let go and fired again two months later.
Key facts
- Samoa Joe was released by WWE for a second time in January 2022.
- He got a call for the Peacock series Twisted Metal four hours after being fired.
- Joe joined AEW/ROH in April 2022.
- He had been fired by WWE twice prior to landing the role in Twisted Metal.
Three perspectives
Neutral
Samoa Joe's story shows that unexpected opportunities can arise after a setback. His experience may be of interest to fans of professional wrestling and TV series. The outcome of his new ventures will be worth watching.
Positive
Samoa Joe's determination and his wife's support helped him to stay positive after being fired. He was able to find a new opportunity and start working on a TV series. This shows that with the right mindset, people can bounce back from difficult situations.
Negative
Samoa Joe's experience with WWE was marked by uncertainty and instability. He was fired twice and had to relinquish his championship title. This may raise questions about the treatment of wrestlers in the industry.
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