Roman Reigns' Cousin Jacob Fatu Accused Of Stealing Charity Money
June 29, 2023 at 12:58 PM
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Roman Reigns, a prominent figure in the wrestling industry, often finds his family members making headlines. However, this particular incident isn't garnering positive attention, and it would be wise for him to distance himself from it.
Jacob Fatu, the former MLW World Heavyweight Champion and also a member of the Anoa'i Family, has been accused of both failing to attend a charity event and neglecting to refund the payment. This situation has recently been covered by NBC 26, and the accompanying article includes a YouTube video with further details. While an unforeseen circumstance may have led to Jacob Fatu canceling the event, it appears that he did not return the money as expected.
The charity involved in this unfortunate incident is Jake's Network of Hope. Jen Harper, the director of development at Jake's, has provided comments regarding this matter.
“Jacob called and said there was a family emergency. We gave him the benefit of the doubt – at Jake’s we are 100% about family, and I said, ‘If you can’t make it, that’s fine’.â€
Jacob Fatu was reportedly paid in advance an amount of $1,030, along with an additional $548 spent on his hotel and accommodations. The organization involved is now seeking the return of these funds.
The outcome of this situation remains uncertain, and it is undoubtedly disheartening when someone's money is taken, particularly when it affects a charitable cause. At present, Jacob Fatu has not provided any public statements regarding this incident.
Jacob Fatu: The Samoan Werewolf Who Could Dominate WWE
The Anoa'i family has a long and storied history in professional wrestling, and Jacob Fatu is the latest member of the dynasty to make a name for himself. The reigning National Openweight Champion in Major League Wrestling, Fatu is a physical specimen with a mean streak and a natural charisma. He has all the tools to be a major star in WWE, and it's only a matter of time before he makes the jump.
Fatu has already expressed his desire to join his cousin Roman Reigns in WWE, and the timing could be right for a move. Reigns is currently the face of the company, but he's also slowing down a bit. Fatu could step in and fill the void, becoming the next great Samoan superstar.
Of course, there's no guarantee that Fatu will ever make it to WWE. He's under contract with MLW for the foreseeable future, and he may be happy where he is. But if he does decide to make the move, he could be a major force in the company for years to come.
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