Backstage Note On When Discussion About Babyface Turn For Trick Williams Began

Trick Williams has officially transitioned into being a fan favorite, and a new report has a note on when discussion of a babyface turn for the new US Champion began. Williams defeated Sami Zayn at WrestleMania 42 night two to become the new United States Champion. The match had Williams positioned as a babyface and he got that reaction from from the crowd, has has increasingly been the case for a number of weeks.

According to Fightful Select, discussion about a babyface turn for Williams began over a month ago. Williams’ increased popularity and fan reactions, including with his entrance song, became more obvious in the last several weeks.

The new United States Champion ended his run in NXT as a heel, which he had been since TNA Rebellion 2025, and was positioned like a heel when he debuted on the WWE main roster in January. He first appeared by interrupting Randy Orton, then a babyface.

Trick Williams’ United States Championship win is his first main roster title. He picked up the win with Lil Yachty in his corner.