"I get shocked every single day": Sasha Banks reflects on her meteoric sise to stardom

"I'm Walking Into WrestleMania 37 as the SmackDown Women’s Champion": Sasha Banks on Her Wrestling and Hollywood Journey

Last year was undeniably one of the most memorable years in the life of Sasha Banks. Refreshed and refocused, she captured the audience's hearts with multiple championship titles and then made her much-anticipated crossover into Hollywood. As reported by GQ, her acting debut as Koska Reeves in the popular series The Mandalorian was a noteworthy moment. Banks ended the year on a high, being named Wrestler of the Year by Sports Illustrated.

Tasting Hollywood Success: From the Ring to 'The Mandalorian'

When asked about her foray into Hollywood, Banks recalled her disbelief, saying, "When I got that phone call, I was just in such disbelief that I didn’t let it hit me until I actually went to L.A. to start filming." The realization hit hard as she kept her participation a secret until it was officially announced. "Wait, was this all real?" she wondered, still in shock about her role in the biggest Hollywood franchise.

Her younger brother, Joshua, who has Tuberous sclerosis complex and autism, is a significant influence on her life. Seeing his reaction when he watched her on-screen with Pedro Pascal and Baby Yoda was, in her words, "the most amazing feeling ever."

Setting the Stage on Fire at WrestleMania 37

Carrying forward her triumphant journey into 2021, Sasha Banks is set to headline night one of WrestleMania 37. It's an event made even more special as it marks the first WWE event with fans in attendance in 393 days. "I mean, I’m walking into WrestleMania 37 as the SmackDown women’s champion, about to main event the damn pay-per-view," Sasha stated, a clear testament to her excitement and readiness.

Not only is she looking forward to her match against Bianca Belair, but she's also acutely aware of the historical significance of their bout. It marks the first time two Black women will compete for a championship at WrestleMania, a feat that speaks volumes about the progress made in the wrestling industry.

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