MJF: Batista, The Rock And John Cena Broke The Mold That Hulk Hogan Created By Being One Of The Worst Actors Of All Time

MJF is set to have a featured role in “Happy Gilmore 2,” which hits Netflix on July 25. MJF is one of many wrestlers who have dipped their toes in the acting waters, following in the footsteps of Hulk Hogan, Roddy Piper, Terry Funk, Batista, The Rock, John Cena, and more.

Speaking to Scott Fishman of TV Insider, MJF was asked about it being easier for wrestlers to get Hollywood gigs now that the “pro wrestler” stigma isn’t as prevalent.

“It’s easier because of the work that The Rock, Bautista and Cena put in. Also, I feel so stupid now because Dwayne [Johnson] is also on that list I spoke about earlier too. This was a great question. You might be the only interview that gave me a question I liked. Growing up, you’re watching these guys break this mold that unfortunately Terry Bollea [Hulk Hogan] created by being one of the worst actors of all-time with Santa with Muscles, Mr. Nanny, and all that genuine garbage.

“Here are three men who are just great actors and proving to the world what we do is really difficult. It takes a certain type of star power to make it to the top of the professional wrestling industry. Dare I say it’s just as hard or harder than making it in the acting industry. I think those three guys broke the mold and allowed a guy like me to really get opportunities in the land of Hollywood,” said MJF.

Along with MJF, Becky Lynch has a role in “Happy Gilmore 2.”

Elsewhere during the interview, MJF commented on the state of the AEW locker room. You can find his full comments by clicking here.