Michael Cole let loose like never before during Pat McAfees wild Big Night Aht event on April 9 in Pittsburghand fans are still talking about it.
Held at the sold-out PPG Paints Arena, McAfees first-ever live extravaganza featured an all-star guest list, including Jey Uso, Jelly Roll, Wiz Khalifa, Snoop Dogg, Sidney Crosby, and Steelers legend Ben Roethlisberger. But it was Michael Coles turn-up moment that stole the early portion of the night.
Shortly after Boston Connor and Ty Schmit invited him onstage, Cole hit the ramp with a bottle of Jack Daniels in one handand nearly lost his balance while coming down the steps. Clearly several drinks in, the longtime WWE voice climbed onto the stage and launched into an emotional, slurred tribute to Pat McAfee.
With his words slightly wobbly but heartfelt, Cole told McAfee: Youre the best damn friend and broadcast partner Ive ever had.
The crowd erupted in cheers, and the moment instantly trended on social media, with fans calling it a rare and real glimpse at the typically buttoned-up announcer. One post read: Drunk Michael Cole is elite TV. Another fan added: Let this man live his best life. Hes earned it.
McAfee grinned from ear to ear, soaking in the love from Cole and the thousands in attendance. It was an unforgettable start to an already wild night, and a reminder that even the most professional names in wrestling deserve their moments of pure chaos.
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