They talked for hours, about matches, mistakes, and milestones. About the pain of growing up fatherless—and how they filled in the gaps for each other.
Halloway admitted he always believed Tyrus would make it. Not because of talent, but because of grit and fire.
“You were a fighter before you were a wrestler,” he said. “And now, you fight with your voice.”
Indeed, Tyrus’ journey from troubled teen to media powerhouse is well known. But the quiet man behind that journey remained a mystery—until now.
Fans flooded social media with support and their own stories of mentors and second chances. The reunion resonated deeply—especially among those raised in broken homes.
Later that evening, a tribute was played in Halloway’s honor. A standing ovation followed—a moment long overdue for a man who never asked for the spotlight.
