Randy Orton takes pride in being a father.
During a recent episode of Jimmy Kimmel Live, rapper Jelly Roll invited Randy Orton, known as the “Viper,” as a guest. During their conversation, Jelly Roll asked Orton if he ever considered having his children follow his path in professional wrestling.
Orton shared a touching story about his youngest daughter becoming a fan after an unforgettable birthday experience at a WWE event:
“Well, I have some older kids and some younger ones. I’m a father of five—three boys and two daughters. My youngest, Brooklyn, had a memorable moment for her fifth birthday at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. Since the crowd was leaving after the show aired, I thought, ‘I’ve got to do something special.’ I brought her to the ring and had 20,000 people sing happy birthday to her. She’ll never forget that.”
Orton went on to say that Brooklyn sometimes joins him at WWE shows, and witnessing her excitement has become the most fulfilling part of his career:
“As a dad, seeing her face that night was priceless. Now she’s eight and believes she has fans worldwide. Every time she’s at the show, she reacts to the crowd, and that’s the most rewarding part of what I do. Watching her proud little face, with me sitting front row—whether cheering or booing during my matches—warms my heart.”
When Drew McIntyre and Logan Paul appeared on the same show, what started as an interview with Orton quickly turned into an impromptu wrestling moment, showing the vibrant energy WWE brings to every platform.
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Fan Take: This heartwarming insight into Randy Orton’s role as a father highlights the emotional side of WWE superstars, making them more relatable to fans. It also shows how wrestling can create unforgettable family memories, which can deepen the connection between performers and their audience, ultimately strengthening the sport’s legacy.
