During the Day 1 episode of RAW, The Rock’s return to WWE programming sent shockwaves through the wrestling community.
WWE ring announcer Samantha Irvin was seen enthusiastically displaying her excitement to see the People’s Champion. The footage capturing Samantha’s genuine and lively reaction to The Rock’s return was shared by WWE on social media.
Witnessing The Rock’s iconic music fills the arena, she leapt out of her seat with excitement, went speechless, and observed the fans as the pop was the loudest of the show. Samantha Irvin’s reaction went viral among the fans, catching the attention of the People’s Champion himself.
Acknowledging Samantha’s genuine enthusiasm, The Rock took to Twitter and expressed his appreciation for her reaction.
Check out his tweet below:
Overwhelmed by The Rock’s recognition, Samantha Irvin responded with a heartfelt tweet, stating, “Speechless. Thank you.”
The Rock’s return wasn’t just for spectators; the electrifying night continued as he confronted Jinder Mahal and laid him out with his signature spinebuster and People’s Elbow. Furthermore, he shocked the fans when he expressed his desire to sit at the head of the table, sending the arena into a frenzy.
Directly challenging Roman Reigns’ coveted spot as the Head of the Table for the Bloodline faction.
Samantha Irvin shuts down fans on her reaction to The Rock’s return
WWE’s ring announcer, Samantha Irvin, had a reaction to The Rock’s return that mirrored the sentiments of fans globally. However, Irvin faced criticism from some fans regarding the authenticity of her response.
Irvin dismissed speculation from two fans who suggested she knew about The Rock’s appearance because she saw him backstage. She also addressed a fan who accused her of putting on a show for the camera, emphasizing that it was genuinely one of the most memorable moments of her life.
Check out her tweets below:
Nevertheless, many fans may not be aware that WWE doesn’t disclose information about a superstar’s return to certain employees.
