A new star is gearing up for a debut on WWE’s main roster before the year ends.
World Wrestling Entertainment will introduce a mobster character on television soon, as its pick from the NXT litter for a main roster shift this time is Tony D’Angelo.
D’Angelo, 30, had a remarkable run in NXT that many others can boast about. After four years working as a “Don” character, his final appearance hinted at him shedding his last name, stating that he only needs to be referred to as Tony from here on. While this could have been the end of his mobster character’s arc, sources have reported otherwise.
Tony D’Angelo Will Bid Goodbye To NXT, WWE Main Roster Call Up Imminent
As revealed on WrestleVotes Radio, Tony D’Angelo has a good reputation backstage, with WWE Creative expecting him to debut on the main roster before the year ends. His mobster character will be brought to the wider audience, as per reports, but with some refinement.
Tony D’Angelo is said to have a strong work ethic and a standout personality that those behind the scenes speak highly of.
Another detail from his final NXT appearance was that he was surprised by the mysterious figure who approached him. Could this have been a main roster talent who would ultimately be the one who brings him to WWE’s flagship show? This element of suspense has kept fans hooked on the storyline’s next chapter, which, based on the latest reports, will continue on the main roster.
Uhhhh what just happened to Tony D’Angelo at the end of NXT????#WWENXT
pic.twitter.com/Z9JeTk9vM1— WrestlePurists (@WrestlePurists) July 30, 2025
D’Angelo is an interesting character in 2025. It is safe to point out some core similarities between his mobster character to Roman Reigns’ role as The Bloodline’s Head of the Table, especially during its peak time. The company even parodied Martin Scorsese’s gangster flick Goodfellas for its WrestleMania 39 promotional video package involving Reigns, “The Wiseman” Paul Heyman, Jimmy and Jey Uso, and Solo Sikoa.
The anticipation is already high as to what capacity Tony D’Angelo would be used on WWE’s flagship shows going forward, and who he would be pitted against.