When WWE’s biggest summer spectacle transforms into a two-night extravaganza at MetLife Stadium this August, the company’s Chief Content Officer admits they might have bitten off more than they can chew with their celebrity host choice. Triple H’s recent Billboard interview reveals just how unpredictable Cardi B’s SummerSlam involvement could become.
The Game Can’t Predict Cardi’s Next Move
Paul “Triple H” Levesque didn’t mince words when discussing WWE’s collaboration with the multi-platinum rapper. His candid assessment of working with Cardi B suggests fans should expect the unexpected when SummerSlam takes over New Jersey on August 2-3.
“I don’t know if anybody can control Cardi B, let me just start with that. So if she wants to, I think it’s going to be hard to talk her out of it,” Triple H told Billboard.
The WWE executive’s colorful description of their partnership paints a vivid picture of what’s in store. He compared managing Cardi’s involvement to “hanging on to the tiger’s tail,” suggesting her hosting duties might evolve beyond traditional celebrity appearances.
Physical Involvement Remains on the Table
When pressed about whether Cardi B might step between the ropes during WWE’s premier summer event, Triple H’s response was telling. Rather than ruling out in-ring action, he essentially admitted that stopping the rapper from getting physical would be nearly impossible.
This wouldn’t mark Cardi’s first brush with wrestling involvement. The entertainment mogul has maintained a vocal presence in wrestling discussions over the years, regularly commenting on storylines and expressing genuine fandom for the industry.
A Long-Awaited WWE Collaboration Finally Materializes
SummerSlam 2024 represents the culmination of years of potential WWE-Cardi B partnerships. Industry insiders previously reported WWE’s interest in featuring the rapper at SummerSlam 2021, but her pregnancy derailed those early plans.
The connection runs deeper than casual celebrity involvement. Former Women’s United States Champion Chelsea Green publicly expressed interest in either competing against or teaming with Cardi B during 2023 interviews, highlighting the crossover appeal between mainstream entertainment and sports entertainment.
Strategic Celebrity Integration Drives WWE’s Vision
Triple H’s comments reveal WWE’s broader strategy of leveraging authentic celebrity fans rather than paid endorsements. His emphasis on working with “artists that are just fans” demonstrates the company’s evolved approach to mainstream crossovers.
“We’ll vet through them and try to figure out the ones that can do the most and be a positive for our fan base, and just help to expand the product out beyond the realm of just wrestling fans,” Triple H explained.
This philosophy aligns with WWE’s recent emphasis on organic celebrity involvement, prioritizing genuine enthusiasm over manufactured publicity stunts.
Historic SummerSlam Setting Amplifies Anticipation
MetLife Stadium’s hosting of WWE’s first-ever two-night SummerSlam creates the perfect backdrop for Cardi B’s unpredictable hosting style. The expanded format provides additional opportunities for the rapper’s involvement to evolve throughout the weekend.
With Triple H essentially admitting they can’t control their celebrity host and Cardi B’s history of wrestling fandom, SummerSlam 2024 might deliver more physical action than anyone initially planned. Will the Bronx rapper transition from host to active participant when the lights hit MetLife Stadium?
