Ariel Helwani meets: Randy Orton | A rare interview with the Legend Killer on his epic WWE career

Randy Orton joined Ariel Helwani to discuss a career that has spanned nearly 20 years. The Legend Killer is extremely candid as he discusses the change in locker room culture, growing up in the business and his relationship with Riddle. He now heads home to St. Louis where he will attempt to become the second wrestler to win three #RoyalRumble matches.
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[@FRGNinthebuilding]

Thanks for having Randy on. What a rare interview! What a legend. Still remember him as a young brash cocky rookie, now a veteran of the game. Love it!

[@sasogorelick]

Get well Randy

[@dr.loomis4221]

@@sasogorelick What a weird spot to post this

[@dr.loomis4221]

This isn't rare...it's widely available.

[@tonyace4507]

He might be a veteran of the game but it’s really embarrassing to see what they are doing with him now. He should be doing something much better than a stupid comedy act. WWE is basically a nickelodeon show now so I guess I shouldn’t be surprised. 🤷‍♂️

[@marvingamez9057]

@@tonyace4507 I mean I honestly didn’t think Randy could be a comedy act, so it’s kinda cool to me to see him extend so much. Plus, when he turns on Riddle, it’s gonna be amazing.

[@greyman003]

The beauty of the interview was Ariel letting Randy speak without interuption. Randy has a lot to say, no-one ever hears him like this. Well done Ariel, thanks Randy.

[@Mr786Addzy]

As a MMA fan, I can’t help but to respect someone like Randy. Such an iconic part of my childhood including with many other pro wrestlers from that era; I’m sure many others would feel the same. Refreshing to see and hear from the Legend Killer after all these years. I can appreciate these type of interviews. Kudos to Ariel !

[@WrestlinGifs]

Great interview 🙏🏼

[@jamessintern2710]

THE GOAT HIMSELF

[@emypetcu]

Randy orton as a veteran sharing his experience … it’s kinda weird but it’s great … I want to see him in this posture more often

[@anasshahid224]

Absolutely, Randy Orton is the man 🙌

[@dougsmith6917]

When I first started watching WWE was just before this guy became the youngest world champion at Summerslam 2004 and now he's about the age Shawn Michaels was at that time. That's how long he's been around, wow. Respect.

[@jordan8985]

But it's fake 😂 it's not a legit accomplishment

[@TheDemonCaine]

@@jordan8985 It's not won in legitimate competition, but only those who can draw money and viewers and have the tools to be a top guy in the business are given the World Title. Most pro wrestlers won't ever sniff that title, so it is still an accomplishment.

[@DamnWhoAsked]

@@jordan8985 Why do Y’all exist?🙄

[@jukeboxhero8137]

@@jordan8985 don’t watch any movies or tv then. Or just try to enjoy yourself and keep rockin n rollin muffin man🤘😎

[@cockyromano1606]

I’m in the same boat as u brotha it’s so crazy to see how Randy has grown and the business itself better or for worse. Oh and yy homie ur a clown lol go hate on something else u know nothing about

[@Jason_FC]

He went from a young dude with no respect to one of the locker room leaders, one of the most respected guy 🙌🏼

[@krishnavashishtha]

From arrogant,cocky to respected superstar

[@aaronatwood9361]

Randy is an absolute class act! The fact that he knows where he came from and is there for the guys who dont have family running through the business just shows just how much of a man Randy really is. By far one of the best wrestling interviews EVER!

[@codyglassco6664]

Wow I would never of guessed Randy would be so down to earth. So vulnerable and apologetic for things that weren't a big deal like when he would ramble, which I honestly loved. But seriously blown away amazing interview from both parties.

[@Leg3ndKilla687]

It’s crazy to see. I remember Randy in the 00’s. He was the complete opposite of now. His rep is legendary.

[@rima7286]

@@Leg3ndKilla687 he was notoriously a mess and kind of a diva, hes truly more mature now and encroaching onto legend status, and a father. I wouldve never guessed 2000s randy would become this.

[@randycrawford1132]

Old age has gotten to Randy

[@curtissimmons2287]

I could tell he was a down to earth guy by how he is and comes off in his promos

[@curtissimmons2287]

@@rima7286 not a diva but a cocky as dude back in the day

[@johndawhale3197]

Randy Orton is a true legend. One of the few modern day wrestlers who deserves nothing but respect...

[@m_js5709]

Ariel's ability to make his guest comfortable but also hold his own when talking to other less friendly guests is unmatched in this space.

[@jackoneill7610]

Great interview. Randy gets better with age, both in the ring and out of it.

[@Leg3ndKilla687]

For over 20 years in wwe now. Some would say his best year was 2020. Which is a top 3 year along with 2007 and 2009.

[@Bear-pw7nu]

@@Leg3ndKilla687 2007 when he wrestled at ECW One Night Stand NYC Hammerstein Ballroom. He almost got booed out of the place. He was prime Orton Heel man IMO.

[@mqlrod3250]

@@Bear-pw7nu Orton from 2004-2005 to 2011 was crazy that era in general was amazing.

[@randoir1863]

The art of interviewing people is becoming a lost art . The one thing Ariel knows how to do well when doing an interview is shut up and let the interview breathe . He doesn't constantly interrupt his guest with dumb questions, he asks the right questions and just let's the interview roll. Great interview on both ends !!!!

[@Smittyjts77]

Well said

[@joedufc5485]

Amazing hearing a real conversation with someone that I’ve watched majority of my life, he’s exceptional at letting everyone see the real truths of his work and life... Randy Randy Randy!!!

[@johannbianco]

Damn Randy is humble AF Grew even more in my eyes

[@tu-artstudio9002]

This was an excellent interview Ariel. Randy is definitely one of those rare once in a lifetime pro wrestlers that has a body of work that any aspiring talent can learn from. I've seen quite a few of Randy's interviews on KZbin and it's always cool to see him unwind. I love hearing about his development not just as a performer but as a man. Good stuff!

[@soys8834]

INTERVIEW OUTTAAAA NOWHERE !!!

[@EnergizedShow]

Ariel is killing the game, love it

[@profightsinfo]

Amazing interview, really cool to see the real side of Randy Orton.

[@jamesjames6679]

This is honesty. Well done Orton! 👏

[@realkgtwan]

So glad he acknowledged his privilege when it came to making it in the wrestling industry . A lot of privileged people like to pretend they worked harder than most to get to where they are . Props to Randy such a down to earth guy , deserves all the success he has now

[@xaviersanchez3498]

So unfortunate that this guy didn’t acknowledge his privilege when posting this comment. A lot of privileged people like to pretend like they worked harder than most to be able to post here. Shame on this guy. 4/10.

[@benp4529]

@@xaviersanchez3498 lmao

[@Pjj878]

@@xaviersanchez3498 u mad bro

[@NavidKhan84]

I thought it was really humble and frank of him to acknowledge that and also give props to the other guys who had it hard...showed a lot of humility

[@texasman9339]

''privileged''.... he worked hard and did whatever he wanted to do... no one is ''privileged''. He had an opportunity and went for it.

[@malik1ace788]

Don’t even even watch wwe anymore more of a ufc fan now but this guy is a og i found myself watching the whole thing

[@bambam459]

Same

[@katana_3558]

When kayfabe died wrestling started fading

[@malik1ace788]

@@katana_3558 true i stopped watching it around 12/13 then a year or so after i started watching mma only a few fighters know i know them all and watch all the important events u should try watching it i feel as if it has a realness behind it something wwe lost a while back

[@bulgarianpride7302]

Ariel upgraded after Espn

[@iceman463864]

Ariel is one of the best interviewers in all of sports.

[@dssorley4174]

Randy has arguably 3 hall of fame careers in his career

[@YGROXTV]

A lot more than that I think.

[@punkeroc]

Damn, I appreciate how honest randy was. Great interview!

[@KILL_KR4ZY]

Brilliant interview from both sides. Very insightful and shows just how much Randy has changed. A legend in the ring, and a real man and father outside it. His acknowledgment for having privilege says a lot about him. Brilliant piece!

[@nyfolkhero]

One of the last remaining OGs of the game. The youngest ever champion in WWE history.. the Jon Jones of the WWE 🐐

[@garystringer2582]

What an interview. And i'm not a current fan of the product, but I loved this. So honest. Ariel with another BT Sport home run.

[@jumi9135]

So Honest, Respect Him Even More NOW

[@cristianonunes8551]

Randy's a natural for interviews, i could've sitted here for 3H listening to this man

[@brennanhughes976]

From 2007-2009 I legit thought wrestling was real and it was heartbreaking when I found out it wasn’t😂 still my dream job though!

[@vladdascalescu]

It's highly physical and demanding, though.

[@brennanhughes976]

@@vladdascalescu I know and that’s what’s fun!

[@truemedia2682]

What would your finisher be?

[@chow188]

This was awesome!! No longer The Legend Killer, just The Legend!

[@Dontreadme]

This was an awesome interview

[@BurritoKilla]

Helwani honestly deserves more credit as a pure interviewer. He knows exactly what to say to come across respectful but questioning and it works so well in wrestling

[@rahulchoudhury6054]

a bonafide legend ,future 1st tier hall of famer , awesome interview !! randy orton(rko) absolute pro

[@krishnavashishtha]

The man who deserves to break ric flair's record.

[@Leg3ndKilla687]

Awesome of him to do this his interviews are always fun. Very much more mature than his earlier days lol. ..can’t wait to listen to this later…Legend

[@losangelesrampartaudits9066]

Ariel always delivering great interviews but randle was giving a lot of talk in which I enjoyed :)

[@TheFinisher669]

Great interview as always. I'm very happy for Randy and anyone who lasts that long in this crazy business.

[@clint-1725]

U have 2 have him back on . Never mind the legend killer he is A LEGEND in his own right

[@kimchristensen7438]

Awesome interview with Randy Ariel

[@anasshahid224]

Great interview Ariel, Randy Orton one of the all time WWE greats 👏👏👏

[@mikhailrutenberg7413]

I stopped watching Wwe 5 years ago, but watched this whole thing. Cool interview.

[@mineleavemealone2934]

An awesome interview! Randy is telling it like it is… gotta appreciate that! ( Really in to RKBRO )

[@applethunderspice3072]

When I actually believed in pro wrestling it was probably the best time of my childhood.

[@Kusanagikaiser999]

such a cool interview with the Legend....who kills LEGENDS, Randy Orton, man is wild to see Randy now, love this dude since day 1 I first discover him, still one of my favorites despite not watching WWE anymore, good to see how much Randy have mature and seasoned with a lot of experience now.

[@salwanisteakhouse]

My god this was special! Thanks for opening up the viper!

[@daniyalahmed5177]

Randy Orton 2022 royal rumble winner great interview and good talk aswell

[@ltg.03]

awesome interview need more randy orton interviews and more helwani meets

[@albertomarquez1913]

This segment is probably the best on BT by the way

[@thetruthiswithin9172]

Great interview. Randy seems like a down to earth type of guy and as usual, Ariel was great as the interviewer

[@elcommunicant648]

Lets make It very clear, Randy Orton is one of the best wrestler EVER 💪🔥✅ GREAT INTERVIEW

[@rajvasani4005]

This one was literally outta nowhere 🔥

[@NVtheEngineer]

I loved how he talked about Riddle. It makes so much sense lol

[@franco1994soccerft]

I hated this guys growing up cuz of his character but watching this makes me like him now lol I believed it

[@Ichigo404]

He's a frickin living legend

[@moc9893]

He's such a changed man now from his early years not as cocky it seems

[@Ryan-17]

What an interview. Quality from Randy and Ariel letting his guests speak without any interruptions is incredible

[@kash18141]

This interview came out of nowhere

[@CptInsano835]

The honesty and zero ego Randy showed when he said he didnt have to work as hard as some others thanks to his father. Thats a crazy amount of humility. Who knows if its tru, maybe he was held to the same or higher standard since his father was a star but none the less. Awesome guy.

[@cockyromano1606]

Best interview I’ve seen in a long time, Randy orton is truly a legend

[@andrewrko-fanwwefan9780]

This y randy best ever in wwe goat come on randy win rumble 💯🔥

[@patrickfuller1806]

A motivated and engaged Orton is great pro wrestling TV.

[@RiskyRiskForRiskers]

Ariel man is so talented!!

[@5xstargeezz_]

I dont care if wrestling is fake or real its still very entertaining and one of the best sports if history🤷🏾‍♂️

[@dereklangston9]

This was terrific.

[@donny5429]

Throughout the interview: Randy: 🙂 Ariel: 👁👄👁

[@shivvaghela723]

Imagine Ambrose and riddle having a segment 😂😂😂👍🔥

[@SteveWoodsGsy]

Amazing! That 40 mins flew by!! Great interview Ariel of a legend 🥰

[@majesticagwaniru5066]

I love this interview. He makes the wrestling media look like jokes. These new guys don't know they need to pay their dues. And the wrestling media encourages their stupid egos.

[@FamishedYoshi]

The wrestling media is the worst, most unreliable media in all of the sports media industry. And that's saying something lol.

[@MyChannel-ol1zz]

Plenty of wrestlers bust their tails on the Indy scene. And plenty are just bodybuilder types with no experience, just like it was decades ago.

[@jcromano7663]

Amazing interview as always Ariel

[@gionozadze9889]

one of my fav finish RKO

[@mohamedsalim9461]

Randy Orton is the reason why I still watch WWE

[@matthewneufer1758]

I don't watch wrestling any longer but it was good to watch Cowboy Bob Orton son Randy talk about his life and WWE

[@tjfaber3071]

❤❤love Rko big fan real legend 🙌 👏

[@amc5966]

Randy just comes across as the most normal, pleasant and grounded bloke. Really nice interview.

[@flyersluver4eva]

I loved this guy growing up. He gave me confidence

[@mightymo6167]

Great interview, speaks so well. Do more interviews Randy

[@nathanielclark529]

1.This feels like an extension of the broken skull podcast, and i fux wit Randy more than ever. 2.The RKO is a hall of fame finish!

[@toddrichardson8595]

Randy has been an Incredible Heel throughout his career! He actually looks like a Viper!

[@kevmarpnky]

what a surprisingly great interview! ariel always gets the best out of his guests by letting them talk. randy has grown as a person, it seems, and that is really cool.

[@Deancousin]

I think Ariel has just discovered what a baby face is in 2022 - it’s guys like Randy Orton being themselves. They said he’s ‘not a good talker’ but him talking like this out of character makes me really connect to him. Great work Ariel! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@krishnavashishtha]

I am going to subscribe this channel because of Randy Orton

[@funkymessiah8480]

such a down to earth guy. I wish he would do more interviews because hes very enjoyable. Classy dude

[@berndkemmereit8252]

great Interview, a True Legend. Kudos to Ariel for giving Randy the space...

[@ruzzzty]

Triple H, Batista, Flaire, and Orton! 😈

[@robertchavez7091]

Randal Keith is a living LEGEND

[@sambindon9777]

Love the fragility, he's an inspiration to us anxious people!

[@sychophantt]

WWE did him dirty in the Rumble

[@peterarvanitis6497]

A great interview see another side of Randy here Very proud dad too

[@PureBlackDragon]

This was a damn good watch, very reasonable and insightful takes from someone who has gone through a lot of real personal changes and made the best choices in regards to those changes.

[@robertalvarado1959]

Wow what a real treat!

[@monyavanderburg9073]

Gotta love Randy Orton.

[@CezrDaPleazr]

Randy is a legend

[@senseii9]

I hear voices in my head, they talk to me they understand, they talk to me

[@BlueBellsRBlue]

He's so off with the RKO meme. It caught fire because of his impeccable timing of catching people out of nowhere with it, often in mid-air, etc. What a legend. I hope we see him back, and this back injury is not the end for him.

[@Stubbla]

hahahaha '' His facials are amazing'' I lost my shii LOOOLOOOL

[@tonyk8633]

Love randy man. Legit one of the coolest wrestlers ever

[@mq830]

TERRIFIC INTERVIEW. Awesome to hear from Randy. He's got a lot to say and he holds back for now...hope he opens up even more in the future.

[@solowthedon]

12 mins in and already loving this.