Who was Randy Orton talking to on phone during WWE RAW (March 16, 2026)?
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Randy Orton shocked WWE fans after turning heel on Cody Rhodes.
Randy Orton added another layer of intrigue to his shocking heel turn during the March 16 episode of WWE Raw. Appearing via satellite from an undisclosed location, Orton refused to take part in a scheduled interview with Michael Cole.
Instead, he delivered a chilling and calculated message that left fans questioning not only his mindset, but also who has been influencing him behind the scenes. Before addressing Cole, Orton was seen on a phone call.
He told the unknown person that everyone was watching SmackDown, that “it is time,” that he appreciated them, and that he would “see him soon.” The call ended abruptly, and the mystery began.
Randy Orton’s cryptic message and new mindset
Rather than sit down for the interview, Orton pivoted into a short but loaded statement. He addressed the question everyone has been asking since his actions on SmackDown, why he attacked Cody Rhodes during their contract signing.
Orton revealed that a recent conversation had changed his perspective. He said he spoke with someone “who had a brain,” describing the discussion as “something profound.” According to Orton, that person helped him rediscover his true identity.
“I am a killer,” Orton said. He then dropped another telling line. “Wrestling has more than one royal family.”
The statement, combined with his refusal to appear live in the arena, added to the cold, detached aura of his evolving character. Orton also confirmed he will appear on SmackDown this Friday, hinting that more answers could be on the way.
Who could Randy Orton have been talking to?
The identity of the person on the phone remains unknown, but several clues have sparked speculation. Orton’s “royal family” remark could point directly to his own lineage.
His father, Bob Orton Jr., and grandfather, Bob Orton Sr., are both part of wrestling history, making Orton a third-generation superstar.
The idea that Bob Orton Jr. could be influencing his son’s mindset is a logical theory, especially given the family’s legacy of embracing villainous roles. Former WWE star Mark Henry even referenced Orton’s father while discussing the heel turn.
“Bob Orton… I bet you he is laughing… because they respect the gangster,” Henry said on Busted Open After Dark.
However, WWE may be building toward a bigger reveal. The phrasing “see him soon” suggests that the mystery figure could appear on television in the coming weeks, possibly as an advisor, manager, or unexpected ally. This could mean the return of Kevin Owens.
While Bully Ray pitches Charlotte Flair to be behind Randy Orton’s mystery phone call on WWE Raw:
“You wanna talk about royal families, you’ll have an Orton in the ring, you’ll have a Flair in the ring, you’ll have a Rhodes in the ring.”
The Road to WrestleMania 42
Randy Orton’s heel turn began on the March 14 episode of SmackDown. During the contract signing for his WrestleMania match, he brutally attacked Rhodes with a chair, busted him open, shoved Jelly Roll, and pushed Nick Aldis aside.
He then sat in the ring with the Undisputed WWE Championship on his lap, staring into the camera. That moment cemented his heel turn.
WWE has since confirmed that Rhodes vs Orton will headline Night 1 of WrestleMania 42 at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. With Orton now embracing a darker persona and a mysterious voice guiding him, the rivalry has taken on a far more dangerous edge.
Who was Randy Orton talking to on WWE RAW?
The identity has not been revealed. WWE is keeping it a mystery, possibly building toward a future storyline reveal.
What did Randy Orton say during his RAW appearance?
Orton said he spoke to someone “who had a brain,” called the conversation “profound,” and declared, “I am a killer.”
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