June 25th 2024.
The wrestling world has finally embraced Joe Hendry, and he's got the whole community buzzing with excitement. After his epic debut on NXT last week, his entrance video has become the most-watched WWE video on X in all of 2024, raking in a whopping 17.5 million views. That's more than the return of wrestling legends like The Undertaker and Cody Rhodes, and even the debut of the infamous Wyatt Sicks. In an exclusive interview with The Agency, the TNA Wrestling star opened up about his journey to this moment and what's next for him.
Reflecting on his unforgettable debut, Joe shared, "I was truly honored by the response I received from the fans. It was one of those days where everything just clicked, and I was having a blast. I was proud to represent TNA and bring more attention to it on such a big stage. And the fact that I got to debut in NXT with my own music, it was like living my dream in real time. You can see it in the clip, it's an incredible feeling."
Joe's rise to fame has been nothing short of remarkable. A former Commonwealth Games wrestler, he was once on the verge of signing a record deal with Sony Music. But now, he's making waves in the wrestling world and even reached number four on the Official Big Top 40 charts last month with his entrance theme, "I Believe In Joe Hendry." He released the track after it went viral on TikTok, riding on a surge of support that made him the top name on fans' lips when it came to the WWE and TNA crossover.
But Joe knows that it's not just luck that got him here. He's been working towards this for years, and his intelligence and perfect timing played a big role. And while he's thrilled to be representing TNA, he also had an incredible experience in the WWE environment during his debut, which came a decade after his first appearance on Raw as a Russian lawyer.
He laughed as he recalled the moment, saying, "I was tasked with doing a promo on Raw in a foreign accent that I didn't even know how to do. And now, here I am, coming full circle." Joe also expressed how honored he felt to have gotten the chance to collaborate with legends like Shawn Michaels and Matt Bloom on his entrance. "I had a fantastic experience, and I only have positive things to say about WWE and how they treated TNA," he shared.
The whole experience happened so fast for Joe, who had no idea he would be appearing on NXT just a week before. But he made sure to take a moment to soak it all in, following the advice of Tommy Dreamer, who was by his side at the show. "I didn't expect to get that kind of reaction," he admitted. "So I was grateful to have those extra 20 seconds to just take it all in and think, 'I worked really hard for this.'"
And now, with all eyes on him, Joe is ready for whatever comes next. When asked about the possibility of a dream match with John Cena, he replied with confidence, "Jordynne Grace was in the Royal Rumble. Anything is possible. Are you going to tell me it's impossible for me to face John Cena? You can't, because there were people who said last week was impossible."
Despite being approached by multiple wrestling companies over the years, Joe wouldn't reveal if WWE was one of them. But he wouldn't change a thing about the journey that led him to this moment. "I didn't become the wrestler I am until I joined TNA," he shared. "While these collaborations are fantastic, and I embrace them, my loyalty lies with TNA. And it's my job to represent the company to the best of my abilities."
Looking ahead, Joe promised TNA fans an epic event at Slammiversary next month, as they ride on the buzz and momentum from his debut. He also expressed his gratitude for being able to live his dream and promised to give it his all. "There are very few people who get the opportunity to live their dream," he said. "And it would be selfish of me not to give it my all."
TNA Wrestling fans can catch Joe and all their favorite wrestlers on IMPACT every week, as well as the company's specials and historic content on TNA+. If you have a story to share, reach out to The Agency entertainment team via email, phone, or by visiting their Submit Stuff page. They'd love to hear from you!
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