Drew McIntyre Reveals How The Rock Believed in Him During WWE’s Darkest 3MB Days

Long before Drew McIntyre became a two-time WWE Champion, The Rock saw something special in the Scottish Warrior that others couldn’t see. Even during McIntyre’s lowest point as part of the comedy act 3MB, Hollywood’s biggest star never stopped believing in his potential.

The Mentor Who Never Gave Up

In a revealing interview with Gorilla Position, McIntyre opened up about his unique bond with The People’s Champion. This relationship spans over a decade, dating back to when Drew was just starting his WWE journey.

The connection runs deeper than typical backstage mentorship. McIntyre recalls how The Rock’s influence reached him through multiple channels, including an encouraging encounter with Dany Garcia, The Rock’s former wife and business partner.

“I still remember being a kid, his ex-wife, business partner Dany (Garcia) was on a flight I was on and had such positive words to say when I was so young which was really cool,” McIntyre shared.

Belief During the 3MB Era

Perhaps most impressive was The Rock’s unwavering support during McIntyre’s darkest WWE period. When Drew was floundering in the comedy trio 3MB alongside Jinder Mahal and Heath Slater, most fans had written him off completely.

The Rock didn’t. He continued offering guidance and encouragement when McIntyre’s career seemed destined for mediocrity.

“Even when I was doing nothing, 3MB guy he was still there giving advice,” McIntyre revealed, highlighting The Rock’s commitment to his development.

The TMZ Prophecy

The Rock’s faith in McIntyre became public knowledge through an unexpected source. A TMZ interview captured The Brahma Bull predicting Drew’s future success before any on-screen evidence supported that claim.

This happened well before McIntyre’s 2020 Royal Rumble victory that launched his championship run. The timing makes The Rock’s endorsement even more remarkable.

“He mentioned myself, which was pretty cool because there was nothing on TV suggesting that, he just always believed in me and thank goodness things have come to pass eventually.”

From Advice to Partnership

Their relationship has evolved beyond mentorship into business collaboration. McIntyre recently joined The Rock’s ‘Project Rock’ collection as a partner, cementing their professional bond.

This partnership represents the full circle journey from struggling wrestler receiving advice to established star worthy of brand association with one of entertainment’s biggest names.

The Rock even took the unprecedented step of announcing McIntyre’s WWE contract renewal on his Instagram account, showing their relationship remains strong despite The Rock’s limited WWE involvement.

What’s Next for the Scottish Warrior?

McIntyre currently finds himself off WWE programming following his loss to Damian Priest at Saturday Night’s Main Event. However, if history teaches us anything, it’s that The Rock’s belief in people often proves prophetic.

With WrestleMania season approaching and The Rock’s own WWE future remaining uncertain, could we see these two powerhouses cross paths again on the grandest stage? What role might their real-life friendship play in future storylines?