Rick Ross was featured alongside the Mogul Affiliates in AEW in late 2022, and Swerve Strickland wants to see the rapper do more with the company down the line.
Speaking on a recent episode of “The State of Florida Sports” podcast, Strickland commented on Ross’ appearance in AEW, how it came about, and more.
You can check out some highlights from the podcast below:
On how Ross’ appearance came about: “That was a connection from my agent, shoutout to Albert, he’s been doing amazing work. He has some of the greatest connections you could ask for in the hip hop realm. He’s always been an advocate of, ‘We have to crossover, we have to integrate and crossover to other platforms that you just don’t see.’ One of the best clients he works with is Rick Ross. I was like, ‘Is that possible?’ I didn’t think it was possible to happen, but he made it happen. Rick Ross was down. It was Baltimore at Dynamite. I greeted him out of the truck. He was all energy, all enthusiasm, just ready to go. He’s freestyling all these things off the top of his head on what he wants to say. He’s a performer. One take, one shot, he just goes. He’s got it.”
On wanting to see Ross to more with AEW: “He’s another one that understands comedic timing, which a lot of artists necessarily don’t. Rick Ross is one of the most comedic timing professionals out there in the business. I would love to get him more integrated into AEW, even crossing over and doing stuff outside of it with his drink and on stage. There is more of that to come, hopefully, but we’re going to push for it and make it happen. The introduction, it was like I felt like I had known this man for years. It’s still a great relationship.”
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In late 2022, rapper Rick Ross made an appearance alongside the Mogul Affiliates in All Elite Wrestling (AEW), and wrestler Swerve Strickland expressed his desire to see Ross do more with the company in the future.
During a recent episode of “The State of Florida Sports” podcast, Strickland discussed Ross’ appearance in AEW and how it came about. He credited his agent, Albert, for making the connection with Ross, highlighting Albert’s extensive connections in the hip hop realm. Strickland mentioned that Albert has always advocated for crossing over and integrating into other platforms that may not typically be associated with hip hop. Ross, being one of Albert’s clients, was open to the idea and agreed to appear in AEW. Strickland described Ross as being full of energy and enthusiasm, ready to go. He also praised Ross’ freestyling abilities and his ability to perform effortlessly in one take.
Strickland further expressed his admiration for Ross’ comedic timing, which he believes sets him apart from other artists. He expressed his desire to see Ross become more integrated into AEW and even branch out to other areas such as his drink brand and on-stage performances. Strickland emphasized that there is more to come and that he will push for it to happen, as he values his relationship with Ross.
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In conclusion, Rick Ross’ appearance in AEW alongside the Mogul Affiliates garnered attention, and Swerve Strickland hopes to see Ross continue to collaborate with the company in various capacities. With Ross’ energy, enthusiasm, and comedic timing, he has the potential to bring a unique flavor to AEW and further enhance the entertainment value for fans.