What Happened to George Timothy Murdoch (Tyrus)?
George Murdoch, widely known as Tyrus and formerly as Brodus Clay in WWE, has transitioned from a prominent professional wrestling career to a successful media personality. He is currently a co-host on Fox News' 'Gutfeld!', a contributor across Fox News platforms, and hosts 'Maintaining with Tyrus' on OutKick and the 'Planet Tyrus' podcast. He retired from in-ring wrestling in 2023 after holding the NWA World's Heavyweight Championship.
Quick Answer
Tyrus, whose real name is George Murdoch, is a retired professional wrestler and a prominent cable news personality. As of August 2026, he is a regular co-host on Fox News' 'Gutfeld!', a contributor to various Fox News programs, and hosts 'Maintaining with Tyrus' on the streaming platform OutKick. He also hosts the 'Planet Tyrus' podcast. He officially retired from in-ring professional wrestling in August 2023 after a notable reign as the NWA World's Heavyweight Champion.
📊Key Facts
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Born George Timothy Murdoch
George Timothy Murdoch, who would later become known as Brodus Clay and Tyrus, was born in Boston, Massachusetts.
Professional Wrestling Debut
Murdoch began his professional wrestling career, training in WWE's developmental territories like Deep South Wrestling (DSW) and Florida Championship Wrestling (FCW).
WWE NXT Season 4 Runner-Up
Under the ring name Brodus Clay, Murdoch debuted on the fourth season of WWE NXT, where rookies were paired with established WWE wrestlers as mentors, finishing as the runner-up.
Main Roster Debut as 'The Funkasaurus'
Brodus Clay debuted on WWE's main roster with the 'The Funkasaurus' gimmick, a funk dancer accompanied by the Funkadactyls, which gained significant popularity.
Released from WWE; Joins TNA as Tyrus
After his release from WWE, Murdoch joined Total Nonstop Action Wrestling (TNA), adopting the ring name Tyrus.
First Appearance on The Greg Gutfeld Show
Tyrus made his initial guest appearance as a commentator on 'The Greg Gutfeld Show,' marking the beginning of his career in cable news.
Becomes Co-Host of 'Gutfeld!'
When 'The Greg Gutfeld Show' was relaunched as 'Gutfeld!', Tyrus became a regular co-host/panelist, solidifying his role as a prominent Fox News personality.
Releases Autobiography 'Just Tyrus: A Memoir'
Tyrus published his autobiography, 'Just Tyrus: A Memoir,' sharing insights into his life and career journey.
Wins NWA World's Heavyweight Championship
Tyrus defeated Trevor Murdoch and Matt Cardona in a triple-threat match at Hard Times 3 to win the NWA World's Heavyweight Championship.
Retires from In-Ring Wrestling at NWA 75
Tyrus officially retired from in-ring competition at NWA 75 after losing the NWA World's Heavyweight Championship to EC3, fulfilling a pre-match stipulation.
Launches 'Maintaining with Tyrus' on OutKick
Tyrus debuted his new series, 'Maintaining with Tyrus,' on the streaming platform OutKick, which is owned by Fox.
Discusses Future at Fox News
In an interview, Tyrus reflected on his decade at Fox News, stating he is 'in the middle of a grind' and doing what's best for his family, without committing to finishing his career there.
Reveals Weight Loss Journey to Earn WWE Contract
Tyrus shared details on his podcast, 'Planet Tyrus,' about losing 75 pounds to secure his initial WWE contract, highlighting a significant early career challenge.
Continues Hosting 'Planet Tyrus' Podcast
Tyrus released a new episode of his 'Planet Tyrus' podcast, featuring an interview with Matt Moneymaker, demonstrating his ongoing commitment to his podcasting career.
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🔍Deep Dive Analysis
George Murdoch began his career in professional wrestling, first gaining recognition in WWE under the ring name Brodus Clay. After training in WWE's developmental territories, he debuted on the main roster in 2012 with 'The Funkasaurus' gimmick, accompanied by the Funkadactyls. Following his departure from WWE in 2014, he joined Total Nonstop Action Wrestling (TNA), where he adopted the ring name Tyrus.
His career took a significant turn in November 2016 when he made his first guest appearance on 'The Greg Gutfeld Show' on Fox News. This led to him becoming a regular contributor and, by April 2021, a co-host on the revamped late-night talk show 'Gutfeld!'. Tyrus quickly became known for his candid commentary and unique perspective, expanding his presence across Fox News and its streaming service, Fox Nation, where he hosted 'Nuff Said'.
While building his media career, Tyrus continued wrestling, joining the National Wrestling Alliance (NWA) in 2021. He achieved a significant milestone by winning the NWA World Television Championship and later the prestigious NWA World's Heavyweight Championship in November 2022. His reign as NWA World's Heavyweight Champion lasted 288 days. In August 2023, Tyrus announced his retirement from in-ring competition at NWA 75, fulfilling a self-imposed stipulation.
Since his wrestling retirement, Tyrus has focused heavily on his media ventures. In 2024, he launched 'Maintaining with Tyrus' on OutKick, a streaming platform owned by Fox. He also hosts the 'Planet Tyrus' podcast, which regularly releases new episodes, including several in August 2026, covering politics, culture, and everyday life. Tyrus is also a New York Times best-selling author, having released his autobiography 'Just Tyrus: A Memoir' in 2022 and 'Nuff Said' in 2023. He continues to be a prominent figure on Fox News, balancing his roles as a co-host, commentator, and host of his various shows and podcasts.
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