I will always be thankful to WWE for letting me be the voice of

The words of Mauro Ranallo, a man whose voice carried the thunder of battles and the drama of legends, echo with both humility and pride: “I will always be thankful to WWE for letting me be the voice of SmackDown Live and bring it to the USA Network.” This is no ordinary statement of gratitude—it is a recognition of a sacred trust, the trust of being allowed to narrate the struggles, triumphs, and heartbreaks of warriors before the eyes of millions. To be the voice is to hold power, for the voice shapes memory, magnifies drama, and transforms contests into stories that endure.

Ranallo’s thankfulness lies in the opportunity itself. For in WWE, the spectacle of wrestling is not only the clash of bodies, but the clash of myths, heroes, and villains upon a modern stage. To be entrusted with that stage is to be given the role of bard, akin to the poets of ancient Greece who recited the battles of Achilles and Hector. As Homer gave life to the warriors of Troy through his words, so did Ranallo breathe emotion and fire into the struggles within the squared circle. His gratitude honors the chance to join this long tradition of storytellers.

The origin of such a role can be traced back to the ancients. In every culture, there were heralds, poets, or historians whose voices preserved the deeds of champions. Without them, the victories of warriors would fade into silence. Consider the skalds of the Norse, who gave immortality to Viking heroes through song, or the Roman historians, who carved the deeds of Caesars into the memory of empire. Ranallo, with microphone in hand, stood in their line, a modern herald whose tone and passion turned fleeting moments into eternal memories for millions of fans.

By saying he is thankful to WWE, Ranallo acknowledges that no matter how skilled his voice or how deep his passion, the stage was not his alone to claim. It was given, entrusted, and opened by others who recognized his gift. Gratitude here becomes an act of humility—an understanding that even the most talented must be given opportunity. He honors not only the platform but the people who believed in him enough to hand him the mantle of storytelling for an entire brand.

The phrase “bring it to the USA Network” reveals the magnitude of the trust. For SmackDown’s arrival on such a platform meant millions of new eyes, a chance for the spectacle to grow beyond its boundaries. To be the voice during such a transition was both burden and blessing: the burden of expectation, and the blessing of being forever woven into the history of a great moment. Ranallo’s thankfulness reflects not only pride in his achievement, but reverence for being part of something larger than himself.

The lesson here is clear: when given the chance to carry the story of others, treat it as sacred. Be thankful for the trust, for it is no small thing to hold the voice that echoes another’s struggle. Whether in sport, in family, in work, or in life, the chance to uplift others through your words is both responsibility and honor. Remember, too, that the platforms you stand upon are often granted by the faith of others—never take them for granted, and never forget to give thanks.

Therefore, let us act with humility and strength. When you are given a role that magnifies others—whether as leader, teacher, storyteller, or friend—embrace it with the reverence of a herald and the gratitude of a servant. Honor the trust placed in you, and speak with integrity. For the wisdom of Mauro Ranallo reminds us that to be the voice is not to exalt yourself, but to carry forward the legacy of others, turning moments into memory, and memory into history—always with thankfulness.