Leukemia | Its Hip Hop

It has been more than four months since Roman Reigns (real name Joe Anoa’i) announced on Monday Night Raw that he was taking a leave from WWE to focus on his battle with leukemia.

WWE announced Thursday that Reigns will appear on Monday’s episode of Raw in Atlanta to address his progress in fighting the illness.

Reigns shocked the world on Oct. 22 when he announced he was relinquishing the universal championship, and was stepping away from the company to focus on his health. It has been 11 years since he was first diagnosed with the disease.

.@WWERomanReigns (aka Joe Anoa'i) will address the status of his fight with leukemia this Monday on Raw. #fighter #proud #classy pic.twitter.com/kgXD8SHwVc

— Vince McMahon (@VinceMcMahon) February 21, 2019

Reigns has kept a relatively low profile since his diagnosis. He has been spotted on vacation in Hawaii, and also on the set of Hobbs and Shaw where he will star alongside his cousin, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson.

With Reign’s scheduled to give an update “smack dab” in the middle of WrestleMania season, many speculate that he is doing very well and could be set for a WrestleMania return.

It’s hard to imagine WWE scheduling its top star in such a tough spot, during its busiest season, to deliver sobering news that would take the air out of an already flat build to WrestleMania 35.

The post Roman Reigns To Appear On The This Week’s Monday Night Raw appeared first on The Source.

Click Here to Discuss in the Forums

Spread the love

WWE's First-Ever Emmy "For Your Consideration" Event

Source: Sheri Determan/WENN

Pro-wrestler Leati Joseph Anoaʻi, more affectionately known as Roman Reigns, is relinquishing his claim to the WWE Universal Championship. Sadly, he has another battle to fight—leukemia.

Reigns announced on Monday that he’d been dealing with cancer for 11 years of his life and now, it’s returned. Kicking off WWE’s Monday Night Raw he said, “When I was 22 years old, I was diagnosed with this. And very quickly I was able to put it in remission. But I’m not going to lie, that was the hardest time in my life. I didn’t have a job, I didn’t have any money, I didn’t have a home and I had a baby on the way.”

He made it clear, however, that he plans on getting back in the ring soon. “I want to make one thing clear—by no means is this a retirement speech,” he said. “I will beat this and I will be back, so you will see me very very soon.”

Following Reign’s emotional announcement, John Cena and Mick Foley tweeted out words of support.

‘Courage – strength in the face of pain or grief.’ You have given us your everything including a courageously vulnerable moment. We, your WWE family, give you all of our love and support. #ThankYouRoman #NeverGiveUp

— John Cena (@JohnCena) October 23, 2018

I’m just learning now of @WWERomanReigns leukemia diagnosis. Stunned. I liked and respected him from the moment I met him. Sending my very best wishes and prayers for you, Joe.

— Mick Foley (@RealMickFoley) October 23, 2018

We are keeping Reigns in our prayers.

Photo: WENN

Spread the love

Its Hip Hop

Tag Archives: Leukemia

Roman Reigns Opens Up About Ongoing Battle With Leukemia: “I Will Beat This & I Will Be Back”

Your Top Spot For Everything Hip Hop