THE RISE AND FALL OF TYRUS: From WWE Gimmicks to Fox News Stardom
Once known for dancing in a dinosaur onesie and body-slamming underdog hopefuls in a steel cage, George Murdoch—better known to fans as Tyrus or Brodus Clay—has had one of the most unusual second acts in the world of celebrity reinvention. From wrestling mid-card matches on WWE programming to debating politics on Fox News’ highest-rated late-night show, Tyrus’ journey is less about the scripted punches and more about the unpredictable pivots of a man navigating fame on his own terms.
From Gorilla to Funkasaurus: A WWE Oddity
Tyrus’ wrestling journey began in 2006 when he was signed by WWE and placed in their Deep South Wrestling developmental territory. Originally known as “G-Rilla,” he quickly bounced through rebrands and cameos, eventually landing in NXT Season 4—back when it was a chaotic reality/game show hybrid. With a massive frame and a baritone voice, he seemed destined for villainy. But what came next shocked fans.
In 2012, the wrestling world witnessed one of WWE’s most bizarre rebrands: Tyrus re-emerged as The Funkasaurus, a dancing, disco-loving babyface flanked by Naomi and Cameron, “The Funkadactyls.” To some, it was the ultimate burial. To others, it was an oddly endearing gimmick that kept him on TV. Regardless, it solidified his place as more entertainer than athlete in Vince McMahon’s grand circus.
Despite a brief alliance with Tensai in the “Tons of Funk” tag team and his long-awaited WrestleMania debut in the André the Giant Battle Royal at WrestleMania 30, Tyrus’ WWE run fizzled. He was released in 2014, prompting many to believe his time in the spotlight had ended.
TNA and the Hopes of a Serious Heel Turn
But Tyrus was far from done.
Within months, he debuted in TNA Impact Wrestling, aligning himself with Ethan Carter III (EC3). As the muscle behind one of the company’s top heels, Tyrus embraced his new role: a silent destroyer. No dancing, no funk—just brute force.
His matches weren’t always main-event material, but they added gravitas. He faced names like Bobby Lashley, Kurt Angle, and Mr. Anderson. In 2015, he even won a high-profile gauntlet at Bound for Glory, earning the right to challenge for the world title. The fans saw a glimpse of a serious, dominant Tyrus—until the storyline inexplicably fizzled.
Despite the buildup, the EC3 betrayal never paid off. Tyrus never headlined a pay-per-view. Instead, he floated mid-card, became a background character, and eventually faded from the TNA picture entirely.
Enter Greg Gutfeld: Wrestling Meets Right-Wing Commentary
In 2016, an unexpected twist reshaped Murdoch’s career.
He was invited to appear on The Greg Gutfeld Show on Fox News. Viewers expecting another political pundit were instead greeted by a 6’8″ former wrestler with a booming voice, dry humor, and unapologetic conservative views. It worked.
By 2017, Tyrus was appearing regularly on The Five, Fox Nation, and later, Gutfeld!, Fox’s late-night juggernaut. His political takes were mixed with sardonic wit and a working-class charisma that stood out in the studio. A man once billed as “The Funkasaurus” was now billed as an opinionated voice in America’s most-watched news network.
Controversies and Comebacks
But fame on Fox News hasn’t been without turbulence. Tyrus made headlines in 2019 when a female co-host on Fox Nation accused him of sexual harassment. Fox handled the matter internally, and while the investigation’s full findings were never publicly released, the scandal dimmed his rising star. Still, he remained on air—something critics point to as a double standard in network accountability.
Despite the controversy, Tyrus returned to wrestling in 2021 under the National Wrestling Alliance (NWA), where he currently holds the NWA Television Championship. He continues to compete—undefeated in singles action—while appearing weekly on Gutfeld!, often wearing the belt during political segments.
A Career of Contradictions
Tyrus is a paradox: a former WWE comedy act who now weighs in on immigration policy. A wrestling enforcer who defends conservative talking points in primetime. His career trajectory defies logic, branding him as both curiosity and commodity.
He’s not the most accomplished wrestler. He never held a world title. His best matches, like his bout against Drew Galloway at Impact: Sacrifice 2016, were decent but rarely exceptional. Yet he remains relevant—largely because he knows how to pivot, adapt, and leverage persona into presence.
Final Bell or Just Another Rebrand?
Will Tyrus return to wrestling full-time? Will he go deeper into politics, perhaps even run for office as some speculate? Or is this—holding a TV title in one hand and a Fox News mic in the other—his final act?
In an industry where reinvention is everything, Tyrus has already outlasted the odds. Whether you view him as a political prop, a wrestling what-if, or a bizarre hybrid of the two, one thing is clear:
George Murdoch is not done talking—and America, for better or worse, is still listening.
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