Triple H, a two-time WWE Hall of Famer and the company’s Chief Content Officer, missed the latest WWE RAW broadcast held on Monday at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee. His absence was due to filming an upcoming episode of “Kill Tony,” a live stand-up comedy show hosted by Tony Hinchcliffe. The reason for Triple H’s no-show was initially undisclosed to avoid spoilers.
Triple H’s involvement with “Kill Tony” was unexpected, especially since the comedy show’s first WWE Late Night event during SummerSlam Weekend was canceled, partly due to ticket sales and issues involving Paul Heyman. Hinchcliffe, a longtime wrestling fan and comedian with a popular podcast-variety show since 2013, has worked with WWE before, notably hosting the inaugural Roast of WrestleMania in April.
The episode featuring Triple H was intended to remain confidential until its scheduled release next Monday. This secrecy was necessary to prevent any misunderstandings, especially amid recent false accusations directed at Triple H by AEW fans following Hinchcliffe’s promotional mentions.
Triple H Discusses His Absence and Comedy Appearance
During an appearance on The Pat McAfee Show, Triple H openly admitted he had not attended RAW or watched the show from Monday due to his commitment to the comedy project. Despite the secrecy, he shared his enjoyment of the experience.
“To be honest, I was not there last night, and haven’t had the chance to watch the show yet because I was… I did ‘Kill Tony’ last night. Oh, s**t… I’m not supposed to say that. [laughs] I forgot it’s a secret that I’m on there until Monday. [McAfee: you’re going to be great on that] Yeah, it was fun,” Triple H said.
McAfee praised Triple H’s natural comedic instincts, recalling his performance during the WrestleMania roast earlier in the year.
“It was fun. I love those shows. It’s entertaining, and just to be off the cuff like that…,” Triple H said.
Triple H Attends SmackDown to Celebrate AJ Lee’s Return
Although absent from RAW, Triple H was present at Friday’s SmackDown where he witnessed AJ Lee’s official return to WWE. The Chief Content Officer was involved in welcoming the three-time Divas Champion back with a new contract, highlighting her comeback as a key moment for the company’s women’s division.
AJ Lee’s return has set the stage for a highly anticipated mixed tag team match at WWE Wrestlepalooza, where she and CM Punk will face Becky Lynch and Seth Rollins. Triple H reflected on the significance of this match during his conversation on The Pat McAfee Show, comparing it to previous high-profile mixed tag encounters.
“On a high level like this? It’s been a while since… like, man… you know there’s been other ones, but there’s part of me that wants to say the biggest, and the last really big high-profile mixed tag we did was myself and Steph vs. Kurt and Ronda at WrestleMania, which was a blast,” Triple H said.
Reflections on Mixed Tag Matches and Predictions for Wrestlepalooza
Triple H acknowledged that mixed tag team matches often divide fans due to concerns about balancing physicality between male and female competitors. He shared a lighthearted memory about Ronda Rousey’s toughness in their WrestleMania match and expressed optimism for the upcoming Wrestlepalooza showdown.
He praised the talents involved in the upcoming mixed tag team bout, especially AJ Lee’s seamless return despite her long absence from in-ring competition.
“This will be good, when you have four performers that talented… and AJ just coming back? Like, it’s funny… she’s been out 10 years and hasn’t missed a beat, man. Just right in there, as charismatic as ever, and fans are loving it, so it’s gonna be great,” Triple H said.
Implications for WWE’s Future and Fan Anticipation
Triple H’s absence from WWE RAW due to filming a comedy show underlines his multifaceted role within the company beyond just sports entertainment. His engagement with projects like “Kill Tony” also reflects WWE’s willingness to cross-promote and experiment with entertainment genres.
AJ Lee’s return marks a significant resurgence for the women’s division, building excitement toward Wrestlepalooza. With a high-profile mixed tag team match confirmed, WWE is poised to deliver a standout event, signaling a renewed focus on star power and engaging narratives.
As fans anticipate Wrestlepalooza, Triple H’s commentary offers insights into WWE’s creative direction and reverence for standout performers like AJ Lee, CM Punk, Becky Lynch, and Seth Rollins. His involvement in both wrestling and entertainment platforms suggests WWE’s evolving strategy to blend athletic competition with broader audience engagement.
