In an exclusive interview on “The Velvet Ropes with SoCal Val,” TNA Hall of Famer Tracy Brooks opened up about the deeply emotional moment when her husband, Frankie Kazarian, finally clinched the TNA World Championship. Although Brooks has been involved in wrestling for many years and often feels indifferent toward championship wins, this victory struck a different chord with her. She shared, “When he won, I realized how much it meant to me. It still brings me to tears.” She added that watching the moment alongside their son Rebel, without revealing the outcome in advance, made it even more special.
Brooks described the win as long-overdue recognition for Kazarian, a foundational figure in TNA for over two decades. “It felt like he finally received the reward he deserved, the acknowledgment he’s earned,” she said. Kazarian is known as a wrestler who elevates others in the ring and leads behind the scenes, often sacrificing his own spotlight. Brooks emphasized, “Everyone knows that any match with him is going to be top-notch, but for him to actually get celebrated like this… it meant a great deal to me.”
The celebration carried on at home, where Brooks and their 13-year-old son Rebel started putting together a special tribute to Kazarian’s career. “That night we began planning a ‘This Is Your Life’ TNA display starting with his debut, through his multiple X Division Championship wins, all the way to the world title,” Brooks revealed. She also said that Rebel, who once disliked wrestling, has now turned around completely and aspires to follow in his father’s footsteps. “He wants to become a six-time X-Division champion, surpassing Frankie’s record of five, and aims to be the youngest ever,” she noted.
Fan Take: This heartfelt victory and recognition of Frankie Kazarian underscore the importance of rewarding perseverance and dedication in TNA Wrestling. For fans, it’s a powerful reminder that long-term commitment and leadership within the sport not only build legacies but inspire future generations to carry the torch forward.
