Roman Reigns Reveals Rikishi as the New Wise Man, Replacing Paul Heyman
In a jaw-dropping moment on SmackDown, Roman Reigns shocked the WWE Universe by officially announcing that WWE Hall of Famer Rikishi will step in as the new Wise Man of The Bloodline, replacing the legendary Paul Heyman.
The Tribal Chief entered the ring alone, with no sign of Heyman at his side. With the crowd in stunned silence, Reigns took the mic and said, “Every empire needs guidance. Paul Heyman served his role, but now it’s time for family to lead family.”
To a thunderous reaction, Reigns introduced his new advisor—his own blood—Rikishi. The former WWE Intercontinental Champion and father of The Usos made his way to the ring, nodding with pride and determination.
“Who better to counsel The Head of the Table than someone who built this dynasty with his own hands?” Reigns said. “Rikishi is more than blood—he’s wisdom, legacy, and loyalty.”
The move signals a new chapter in The Bloodline’s story, one that’s more rooted in family than ever before. With Rikishi now guiding Roman’s path, the WWE Universe can expect an even more ruthless, calculated, and deeply personal reign from the Tribal Chief.
