During a recent interview with Wrestle Rant’s Graham GSM Matthews, Paul Heyman commented on his roles as The Special Counsel to the Tribal Chief Roman Reigns.
According to the WWE Hall of Famer, it was Roman Reigns who came up with the “Special Counsel” and “Wiseman” monikers.
You can check out some highlights from the interview below:
On Roman Reigns coming up with “Special Counsel”: “Special counsel, Roman Reigns came up with, because I wanted to bestow upon him the name The Tribal Chief. He said, ‘The Tribal Chief would have a council and, therefore as the leader of my council, you would be my Special Counsel.’ But I never would have called myself the Wiseman, because that name has deep roots in WWE folklore.”
On Reigns also anointing him as his Wiseman: “I couldn’t give myself that name. I would be like anointing yourself king or emperor. Someone has to do it for you. One day out of the blue, Roman Reigns just said, ‘You are my Wiseman.’ It moved me to tears because it’s perhaps the greatest honor ever bestowed upon me in or out of this industry, with the exception of my children calling me ‘dad.’ So I try to live up to that on a daily basis.”
In a recent interview with Wrestle Rant’s Graham GSM Matthews, Paul Heyman, the Special Counsel to Roman Reigns, shed some light on his roles and the origins of his monikers. Heyman revealed that it was Reigns himself who came up with the titles “Special Counsel” and “Wiseman.”
Heyman explained that he wanted to bestow upon Reigns the name “The Tribal Chief,” symbolizing his leadership and authority. Reigns then suggested that as the leader of his council, Heyman should be referred to as his Special Counsel. This title perfectly aligned with Reigns’ character and the dynamic between the two.
However, Heyman admitted that he would have never called himself the Wiseman, as this name holds deep roots in WWE folklore. He believed that such a title should be given by someone else rather than self-proclaimed. To his surprise, Reigns one day spontaneously anointed Heyman as his Wiseman. This unexpected gesture deeply moved Heyman, who considered it one of the greatest honors he has ever received in or out of the wrestling industry, second only to his children calling him “dad.”
The interview provided fans with a glimpse into the creative process behind Reigns’ character development and the close relationship between Reigns and Heyman. The monikers of “Special Counsel” and “Wiseman” not only add depth to Reigns’ persona but also highlight the trust and respect he has for Heyman.
Heyman’s role as the Special Counsel to Roman Reigns has been instrumental in shaping Reigns’ current character as a dominant force in WWE. Together, they have formed a formidable alliance known as “The Bloodline,” which includes Reigns’ cousins, Jey and Jimmy Uso. This alliance has been a dominant force in WWE, capturing multiple championships and asserting their dominance over the roster.
The interview also showcased Heyman’s gratitude and dedication to living up to the title of Wiseman bestowed upon him by Reigns. Heyman expressed that he strives to fulfill this role on a daily basis, further emphasizing the bond and trust between the two.
Fans can watch the full interview on YouTube, where Heyman delves deeper into his relationship with Reigns, his acceptance of the WWE Hall of Fame honor, and other intriguing topics.
Overall, the interview with Paul Heyman provided fans with insights into the creative process behind Roman Reigns’ character and shed light on the origins of Heyman’s monikers as the Special Counsel and Wiseman. It showcased the deep bond between Reigns and Heyman and their collaborative efforts in shaping Reigns’ current dominant persona in WWE.