The One Big Thing
WWE Superstar Randy Orton recently addressed the possibility of venturing into Hollywood, revealing his hesitation to start from the bottom despite his success in the wrestling world.
Key Points
- Orton is considered by many as the GOAT of WWE, having accomplished nearly everything in his wrestling career
- He has appeared in several WWE-produced films but hasnβt done a proper Hollywood movie yet
- Orton is with United Talent Agency and participates in auditions and self-tape submissions
- However, he is not keen on starting from the bottom in Hollywood, preferring to focus on his wrestling career and family life
Why It Matters
Randy Ortonβs potential move to Hollywood has been a topic of interest for fans, given his success in WWE. His decision to prioritize his wrestling career and personal life over small acting roles sheds light on the challenges wrestlers face when transitioning to acting.
Ortonβs Perspective
βI really love what Iβm doing now. I love watching movies. Thereβs a lot of work that goes into them. 10, 12 hours a day on setβ¦ and I do auditions. Iβm with U.T.A. and I do turn in some auditions, I do some self-tapes here and there but, sometimes Iβll see these roles pop up a year or two later that I donβt get and Iβll see it and Iβll be like, βMan, Iβm glad I didnβt get that role,'β Orton said in an interview with Adamβs Apple.
Prioritizing Family and Wrestling
Orton emphasized his desire to spend time with his family and enjoy his off-time, stating, βLet me just have the time to go home each week to my family, be a father, be a husband, play with my dogs in the yard. I enjoy my off-time so unless itβs a project that is just β Iβd be unable to turn it down, I kind of like what Iβm doing right now.β
As one of WWEβs top stars, Randy Ortonβs decision to focus on his wrestling career and personal life has garnered support from fans. His hesitation to start from the bottom in Hollywood highlights the challenges wrestlers face when transitioning to acting.
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