Skip to main content

Heel Turn (Wrestling) / Explained

What is Heel Turn (Wrestling)?

Dormant1 article· trend score 2.0

Overview

A pivotal moment in professional wrestling when a "face" (good guy) character dramatically changes their persona to become a "heel" (villain). This shift is crucial for storyline development, generating audience heat, and revitalizing a wrestler's character or career.

Current status

Heel Turn (Wrestling) is currently classified as Dormant. Dormant means there has been no significant new coverage recently. Peak interest was on Mar 21, 02:16 AM.

Recent events

  • Randy Orton addressed his attack on Cody Rhodes during WWE SmackDown.

    Mar 20, 11:05 PM · Cody Rhodes vs. Randy Orton Rivalry

    This segment provided Orton an opportunity to explain or comment on his recent actions against Rhodes.

  • Backstage details were revealed regarding WWE's decision to book Cody Rhodes vs. Randy Orton for WrestleMania.

    Mar 20, 05:37 PM · Cody Rhodes vs. Randy Orton Rivalry

    The article provided insight into the creative process and reasoning behind the major championship match.

  • Randy Orton turns heel and assaults Cody Rhodes after a contract signing on WWE SmackDown.

    Mar 20, 03:30 PM · Cody Rhodes vs. Randy Orton Rivalry

    Orton left Cody Rhodes bloodied during the incident.

  • A preview of WWE SmackDown on March 20, 2026, notes that fans are observed cheering for the antagonist ahead of WrestleMania.

    Mar 20, 03:28 PM · Cody Rhodes vs. Randy Orton Rivalry

  • Randy Orton attacks Cody Rhodes during a WWE SmackDown contract signing.

    Mar 20, 02:17 PM · Cody Rhodes vs. Randy Orton Rivalry

  • Randy Orton makes a mystery phone call.

    Mar 20, 01:30 PM · Cody Rhodes vs. Randy Orton Rivalry

    The call is reported to be fueling drama surrounding WrestleMania.

  • Randy Orton explains his assault on Cody Rhodes on March 20, 2026.

    Mar 20, 12:15 PM · Cody Rhodes vs. Randy Orton Rivalry

    The explanation was featured on 'WWE Now' on the specified date.

  • An article speculated on four WWE stars who could join Randy Orton in a Legacy 2.0 reunion.

    Mar 20, 03:04 AM · WWE Storylines and Events

    The discussion revolves around potential future alliances within WWE, bringing back themes from Orton's past stable.

See full timeline →

Where to go next