A stage in South Florida. A nod to the badge. A truth-teller honored.Tyrus, the wrestler-turned-Fox News voice, took the 2024 Patriot of the Year award from the Federal Law Enforcement Officers Foundation. No speech. No flash. Just a post on X:“Truly humbled to receive the 2024 Patriot of the Year award. The real heroes serve and protect.”
He didn’t bask. He pointed to the officers, the families, the fallen.The Foundation picked him for a reason: Tyrus doesn’t just talk—he fights for those who hold the line. His platform, from Gutfeld! to Maintaining with Tyrus, cuts through the noise, calling out lies and lifting up the unheard.
The room didn’t just clap. It stood.Not for a star, but for a man who’s all in for the truth.
So why Tyrus? Why now?Because in a world that questions heroes, he’s the signal—not the cover.
What’s his next fight?The stage is set, and he’s already swinging.

Tyrus Honored as 2024 Patriot of the Year, Stuns Fans with Dramatic Transformation

From Wrestling Ring to Patriot’s Stage
In April 2025, former WWE and NWA star Tyrus—once known in the ring as Brodus Clay—received the 2024 Patriot of the Year award from the Federal Law Enforcement Officers Foundation. The honor, given to Americans who support law enforcement and the families of fallen officers, was a major milestone for the wrestler-turned-commentator. But as meaningful as the award was, much of the buzz online centered around something else: Tyrus’ striking physical transformation and the fact that he no longer needed a cane to walk.

 

A Year That Changed Everything
Just a year before, Tyrus had wrestled his final match in a grueling Bullrope showdown against EC3 for the NWA World Heavyweight Championship. At the time, he was physically struggling—his weight fluctuating between 375 and 500 pounds—and relied heavily on a cane for mobility. His retirement from the ring seemed as much about preserving his health as it was about ending a chapter in his career.

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A Shift in Focus and Discipline
Since leaving wrestling, Tyrus has channeled his competitive energy into a new kind of discipline: transforming his health. In an interview with Muscle & Fitness, he admitted that his biggest battles were mental. “Before, if I was having a bad day, I’d grab a Snickers or a sandwich or twenty,” he said. His approach now is refreshingly straightforward. “If you eat less, and burn more, you lose weight. And if you don’t, you don’t. It’s that simple.”

 

Throwing Away the Cane—Literally
One of Tyrus’ proudest moments came when he realized he no longer needed the cane he once relied on. “I couldn’t wait to see how far I could throw it across the yard, because I was done with it,” he told Muscle & Fitness. That physical independence, symbolized by ditching the cane, represented far more than just a change in mobility—it was a declaration of resilience.

 

A Patriot’s Perspective
In accepting the Patriot of the Year award, Tyrus made clear where his priorities now lie. “The true heroes are the men and women who serve and protect this great nation,” he said from the stage. His speech wasn’t flashy, but it resonated deeply with his growing audience, many of whom see him as more than just a former athlete. Between his appearances on Fox News, his best-selling book, and his outspoken support for law enforcement and veterans, Tyrus has cultivated a following that spans far beyond wrestling fans.

 

The Federal Law Enforcement Officers Foundation
The organization that honored Tyrus is the charitable arm of the Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association (FLEOA). Its mission includes providing immediate support to the families of officers killed in the line of duty and helping those who’ve been injured. For Tyrus, aligning with such a cause reinforces the themes he’s embraced since leaving wrestling: service, patriotism, and personal accountability.

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A New Chapter Beyond the Ring
Though he’s traded the wrestling mat for the commentator’s desk and public speaking engagements, Tyrus’ competitive spirit is still visible—just in different arenas. His weight loss journey and transformation have become an inspiration for fans who followed him through his wrestling years. Many see his comeback not as a return to the ring, but as a victory in a much more personal battle.

 

An Evolving Public Identity
The man who once played the flashy, dancing Brodus Clay now stands on stage as a different kind of public figure—part commentator, part author, part motivational example. His embrace of law enforcement causes and his physical transformation have given him a new kind of relevance, one rooted in resilience rather than performance.

 

Walking Tall Into the Future
For long-time fans, seeing Tyrus walk across the stage unaided at the April ceremony was arguably more powerful than any wrestling victory. It was the visible culmination of years of discipline, change, and determination. As he continues to build his post-wrestling career, Tyrus has shown that patriotism, personal growth, and perseverance can sometimes be the most compelling chapters of all.