Felix Upton on April 23, 2025
Jacob Fatu made a statement at WrestleMania 41—and for him, it was about more than just winning gold.
The former MLW star walked into Allegiant Stadium with Solo Sikoa by his side and left as WWE United States Champion after defeating LA Knight in one of the most talked-about matches of the night. But what made the moment hit even harder for Fatu was who was there to witness it—his family, including his son Johnny.
Speaking on the Club 520 Podcast, Fatu opened up about what the moment meant: “I remember looking out a jail cell window, man, to looking out, you feel me, looking out of an airplane, man, you know, just on the way. But, it was very special just to definitely have my son over here, Johnny Fatu, shouts to the family. But definitely for my parents to pull up.”
Fatu also got real about the legacy his family continues to build: “Last time WrestleMania was in Las Vegas, it was WrestleMania IX and my wife always says this, man—history always repeats itself. So for us to double back and for another Anoa’i, Roman Reigns, to main event in Las Vegas but also to have the Fatus on here, man, it just don’t get no better.”
And if you’re wondering how he really felt about the night? Fatu kept it simple: “It really doesn’t, it’s just a special moment. But for real, though, bruh, that was hella cool.”
WrestleMania 41 wasn’t just a career milestone for Jacob Fatu—it was a full-circle moment years in the making, filled with family pride, personal growth, and a deep connection to the Anoa’i legacy.
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April 23, 2025 1:58 pm
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