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WWE Scraps Travis Scott and The Rock Payoff in John Cena’s Heel Turn, Heyman Says

The revelation shines a light on WWE’s ongoing struggles to integrate big-name celebrities into season-spanning storylines

Feb 4, 2024; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Travis Scott performs during the 66th Annual Grammy Awards at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on Sunday, Feb. 4, 2024. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-USA TODAY.

Overview

  • Paul Heyman confirmed on The Ariel Helwani Show that a planned WrestleMania 41 payoff for Travis Scott and Dwayne Johnson’s roles in John Cena’s heel turn was abandoned.
  • After distracting Cody Rhodes at WrestleMania 41, Travis Scott’s WWE involvement ended following training rumors and the collapse of his deal.
  • Heyman said he does not know why Dwayne Johnson did not continue with the storyline and suggested Johnson or his representatives address that question.
  • The scrapped angle highlights logistical and creative hurdles in scheduling high-profile celebrities for long-term WWE story arcs.
  • Heyman added that he shifted focus to other WrestleMania programs once the Rock-Scott payoff plan unraveled.