The Rock, known as the People’s Champion, was honored by Muhammad Ali’s wife, Lonnie Ali, at the 2024 Hall of Fame ceremony, where he received the People’s Championship title. In a touching Instagram post, The Rock expressed his gratitude to Lonnie and shared a throwback photo with Ali, revealing a more personal side beyond his wrestling persona as The Final Boss on TV.
Expressing his deep appreciation, The Rock reflected on the significance of being dubbed the People’s Champion, a title passed down to him by the legendary Muhammad Ali in 1997. He thanked Lonnie Ali for her grace and strength in officially bestowing him with this inspiring title, emphasizing the sacredness of being the People’s Champ and pledging to uphold it for life.
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Acknowledging the immense support from fans during the Hall of Fame ceremony, The Rock extended his gratitude, referring to them as the backbone of his journey and promising unwavering loyalty. He signed off as the Final Boss, hinting at a possible future match teased by Cody Rhodes, who expressed a desire for closure in their wrestling storyline. Rhodes hinted at a potential showdown with The Rock upon his WWE return, sparking anticipation among wrestling enthusiasts.
As The Rock takes a hiatus from WWE following WrestleMania XL, Cody Rhodes gears up for a title defense against AJ Styles at Backlash France, marking a significant event in his career. The anticipation for potential future matches and storylines in the wrestling world continues to grow, fueled by the interactions and revelations from these iconic figures.
