Before becoming one of the most dominant tag teams in WWE history, **Jimmy and Jey Uso** had no plans to pursue professional wrestling. Their dreams were set on football, but when their sports careers came to an unexpected end, they found themselves in debt and working as movers. That’s when their uncle, the legendary **Umaga**, stepped in and changed everything.
### **Umaga’s Life-Changing Impact**
Recognizing their potential, Umaga made the Usos an offer they couldn’t refuse: if they committed to wrestling, he would personally train them every single day—regardless of how tired he was from his own wrestling career. True to his word, Umaga turned his nephews into skilled performers, preparing them for the world of professional wrestling.
In 2009, the Usos signed with WWE, but tragically, Umaga passed away that same year and never got to see them debut. They made their WWE debut in 2010 and have since honored Umaga’s legacy through their in-ring style, using several of his signature moves and wearing face paint during their early years.
### **A Legacy That Lives On**
The Usos credit their uncle for giving them purpose and pushing them to become the best. His influence is evident in their historic WWE careers, and his spirit lives on every time they step into the ring.
**GRANDE UMAGA, YOU DID AN EXCELLENT JOB.**
