One big thing: WWE star JD McDonagh issues warning to musician Jelly Roll
JD McDonagh has threatened to “drop” Jelly Roll if the musician appears backstage at WWE SummerSlam on August 3.
• McDonagh’s threat comes after Triple H announced Jelly Roll’s involvement with SummerSlam
• The wrestler referenced a previous altercation with Jelly Roll from November 2023
• McDonagh claims his neck injury has healed, implying he’s ready for a confrontation
Why it matters
This potential clash between a WWE superstar and a celebrity guest adds an extra layer of intrigue to SummerSlam, potentially boosting fan interest and media attention for the event.
The details
Triple H’s announcement
WWE Chief Content Officer Triple H tweeted:
“Excited to have my friend Jelly Roll back with two official #SummerSlam theme songs: ‘Dead End Road’ off Twisters: The Album, and ‘Liar’ off his album coming this fall. Btw, @JellyRoll615 – let me know if you’re free on Aug. 3 to play a few songs for the @WWEUniverse…”
McDonagh’s response
JD McDonagh reacted on Twitter, saying:
“If he knows what’s good for him, @JellyRoll615 will stay as far away from me as he can backstage at #Summerslam. My neck is all healed up now, and even if I can’t pick him up, I’ll drop a mfer real quick for attacking me when I was injured. 😡😤”
Previous encounter
• On November 27, 2023, Jelly Roll shoved McDonagh during a match on Raw
• The incident occurred during Dominik Mysterio’s match against Randy Orton
• McDonagh was reportedly dealing with a neck injury at the time
The big picture
Celebrity involvement in WWE events is a long-standing tradition, often leading to memorable moments and increased mainstream attention. This potential confrontation between McDonagh and Jelly Roll could add an unexpected element to SummerSlam’s backstage atmosphere.
What’s next?
As SummerSlam approaches, fans will be watching closely to see if this tension between McDonagh and Jelly Roll escalates or if WWE incorporates it into the event’s storylines.
Do you think JD McDonagh and Jelly Roll will come face-to-face at SummerSlam? Share your predictions in the comments below!
