Actor and Wrestling Star Tyrus’s Post-Retirement TV Success Despite Serious Proclamation
George Murdoch, known by his stage name Tyrus, was terminated from “The Greg Gutfeld Show” by Fox News in 2019 after he was accused of offensive sensual behavior.
George, better known by his ring name, Tyrus, is an American cable news personality, actor, and former professional wrestler.
Murdoch has achieved widespread recognition in the wrestling world, claiming numerous championships before his retirement on August 21, 2023.
Furthermore, his versatile contributions to television have also earned him popularity and admiration among viewers.
However, Tyrus has faced a challenging journey throughout his life, from struggling in his childhood to facing serious accusations from his co-workers.
Tyrus’s Career Comeback Following Serious Accusations
George also appeared on television in 2016 and hosted several shows on Fox News, where his astute commentary left an imprint.
Similarly, he has been a host on several well-known television shows, such as The Greg Gutfeld Show, Un-PC, The Five, and The Daily Briefing.
Additionally, he is also doing live shows named Tyruslive in multiple cities and even shared his happiness about getting houseful live shows on Instagram.
He gained traction in his television career and also appeared in several films, No One Lives, Supercon, Stand On It, etc, until facing a setback in 2019.
Britt McHenry, a co-host on Un-PC with Tyrus, accused him and Fox News of harassment and filed a lawsuit in 2019, alleging that he sent her lascivious messages.
After this, the news agency fired him from the show, but he eventually returned after McHenry dropped the lawsuit on her own accord.
Tyrus has reignited his career, appearing on several television shows and announcing new acting projects.
Tyrus’s Difficult Childhood Amidst Domestic Abuse and Racism
George Murdoch was born in Boston, America, on February 21, 1973, into a biracial family, with his father being black and his mother white.
Tyrus’s father abused his mother, causing her to return to her parents’ house, where Tyrus and his brother, both of mixed race, faced rejection.
As a result, they lived with their mother after a few years with a foster family, but George left home when he was fifteen.
He first attended Aquartz Hill High School in California and later graduated from the University of Nebraska at Kearney to become a teacher.
George pursued his passion for wrestling as a career by signing a contract with World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) in 2006.
His dedication established him in the industry with many achievements, and his popularity landed him some roles in some movies.
In addition to wrestling and acting, he had opportunities to host The Greg Gutfeld Show on television in 2016 after Fox News hired him.
His prudent commentary was greatly recognized, so he served as host and co-host for some of Fox News’ top shows.
Tyrus finally retired from wrestling in 2023 and worked full-time on television while also exploring his taste in upcoming movies and series.
Additional Information
- Tyrus’s memoir, “Just Tyrus: A Memoir” became a New York Times bestseller.
- He also shares a passion for culinary arts and enjoys trying out new dishes in the kitchen.
- Tyrus actively works on mental health awareness, discussing his personal struggles through his platform.
