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Jacob Fatu discusses addiction struggles that nearly cost him WWE career

Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 10:35 PM

Last updated Aug 17, 2026

Jacob Fatu discusses addiction struggles that nearly cost him WWE career

Summary

Jacob Fatu recounted his addiction issues that almost led to the loss of his WWE job during an episode of 'What's Your Story?' He shared how a critical call from Bruce Prichard made him realize the severity of his substance abuse problems. Fatu described a three-day low after missing an event for Booker T's Reality of Wrestling, affecting his income and his family life. He credited his wife and Paul 'Triple H' Levesque for their support, leading him to turn his life around and secure his spot in WWE. The interview highlighted Fatu's journey and ongoing determination to stay clean.

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Key Details

•Fatu discussed his near-loss of a WWE job due to addiction.
•He missed a Reality of Wrestling event, impacting his reputation.
•Levesque offered him a second chance at WWE.
•Fatu's struggles included substance abuse and family impact.
•Support from his wife helped him commit to recovery.

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WWE star Jacob Fatu opened up about his past issues with addiction, that almost cost him his job with WWE, on an episode of "What's Your Story?"
— Wrestling Incby staff@wrestlinginc.com (Daisy Ruth)

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