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Randy Orton has finally revealed the mystery behind the partner who has been speaking with him and encouraging this new attitude in WWE since his heel turn against Cody Rhodes. The partner is Pat McAfee.
The reveal took place at the beginning of last week’s episode of WWE SmackDown in St. Louis, Missouri—Orton’s hometown.
Orton and Rhodes, who came face-to-face once again, didn’t take long to break into another brawl. However, just as Rhodes was about to gain the upper hand over Orton for the first time, McAfee appeared behind him and delivered a low blow.
WHAT THE?!@PatMcAfeeShow just attacked @CodyRhodes 😱@RandyOrton pic.twitter.com/NFHQYFd0iP
— WWE (@WWE) April 4, 2026
McAfee Explains Alliance with Orton
According to McAfee, who grabbed a microphone immediately after the attack, he had been guiding Orton because he missed his ruthless side.
McAfee stated that today’s WWE lacks the intensity and violence of the Attitude Era, largely due to people like Rhodes, which is why Rhodes has become his target alongside Orton.
Orton and Rhodes are set to face each other at WrestleMania 42, with the Undisputed WWE Championship on the line.