Key Highlights
- Trick Williams showcased his charisma on a Louisville morning show, promoting SmackDown.
- Williams claims to have global appeal and uses his “Anointed One” persona for self-promotion.
- The rise of Trick Williams is compared to other up-and-coming wrestlers in WWE.
- Williams’ debut on SmackDown was less than eight weeks ago but already creating buzz.
Trick Williams: The Anointed One’s Rise
Trick Williams, aka the “Anointed One,” has made a splash in WWE. On February 23, 2026, M. Gómez detailed his latest appearance on the Louisville morning show WAVE’s Sunrise Extra.
Williams wowed hosts Shannon Cogan and Olivia Russell with his charm, shirtless and wearing a mink coat, as he promoted SmackDown coming to the KFC Yum!
Center. He boasted about global appeal: “A lot of people don’t speak English, but they know three words,” Williams said, finishing with his famous catchphrase, “Whoop that Trick.”
The ‘Anointed One’ Persona
As highlights from his college football days played in the background, Williams elaborated on what drew him to WWE. He flashed his chest and abs before declaring, “I said, when you look this good, where can you talk as much trash as you possibly can, and not wear a shirt?”
Williams continued, “And then I found my home and I been wrestling ever since.” His self-promotion is part of the plan, as he aims to hype SmackDown and sell tickets: “We’re whoopin’ that trick all over the world,” he said. “The arenas are packed — just like they will be… at the KFC Yum! Center.”
Competing with Oba Femi
The rise of Trick Williams has been phenomenal, especially alongside Oba Femi. Despite Bron Breakker’s sustained presence in WWE, Williams is quickly becoming one of the most organically over superstars. His debut on SmackDown at the beginning of the year was less than eight weeks ago but already feels like months.
Williams made a brief cameo during a backstage segment between Cody Rhodes and Sami Zayn, where viewers could hear the fans in the arena pop as he appeared on-screen. One fan best described the scene: “Trick Williams gets pops from the crowd like a cast member from a 90s sitcom walking into the room.”
Into Saturday’s Elimination Chamber
Williams is set to face challenges in Saturday’s Elimination Chamber event, especially given his fast-rising profile. How WWE keeps his momentum if it’s not his time to shine will be interesting. His rise has been nothing short of a meteoric one.
You might think this is new, but Williams’ journey in WWE mirrors the hype and excitement around up-and-coming stars in pro wrestling today. His appearance on the Louisville morning show only adds to the buzz surrounding his potential as “the Anointed One.”
