Adam Pearce Reveals Reason He Was Given Role as WWE General Manager

Adam Pearce, known today as the authoritative voice of WWE Monday Night Raw, has had a remarkable evolution both behind the scenes and in front of the camera. Before becoming WWE’s on-screen general manager, Pearce was a respected veteran on the independent wrestling circuit, even holding the prestigious NWA Worlds Heavyweight Championship. His journey to WWE took an unexpected turn when he transitioned from a producer and writer for WWE 205 Live to one of the most recognizable authority figures in WWE.

Speaking on Chaotic Good Sports, Pearce reflected on his career path and how his on-screen role came to be during the pandemic era. Pearce shared the humorous and unexpected way he was selected for the role, explaining that it all started because of his work on 205 Live and, surprisingly, his voice.

“You said a great word, it’s being adaptable,” Pearce began. “I was so fortunate to have been put in a position because I had the necessary tools to do it, and then COVID happened, and they were like, ‘Okay, we need, we want a matchmaker on TV,’ and I was selected. I’ll tell you a funny story of how this all came about. There was a program on the WWE Network called 205 Live. I was one of the writers on that program, and I was the executive producer. I handled all the wrestling matches, put the finishes together, booked the angles, all that kind of stuff.”

The turning point came during Raw production meetings, where Pearce would read the script to the room. His voice made an impression, which ultimately led to his selection as an on-screen authority figure.

“They liked the way my voice sounded when I read the script… I put glasses on, and I had more of a certain way, and here we are. Things happen in hilarious ways in our business,” Pearce said.

Reflecting on the surreal nature of his role, Pearce remarked, “God, it’s almost five years later. I have been the authority figure on WWE TV at this point almost longer than anybody that’s ever done it. That is mind-blowing to me.”

Pearce made it clear that he is eternally grateful for the opportunities he’s had in WWE, recognizing how far he’s come since his days on the independent circuit. From being a champion in the ring to one of the most important figures behind the scenes and on-screen, Pearce’s adaptability has been key to his success.