5 heartwarming times WWE superstars broke character

#2: The Undertaker pays his respects to Ric Flair at the Nature Boy's WWE retirement tribute

Ric Flair lost his retirement match at WrestleMania 24 against Shawn Michaels in a highly emotional affair. The following night on RAW, emotions ran even higher as a tribute was held in honor of the Nature Boy. Legends and superstars came out in numbers to pay tribute to the 16-time world champion, including the chairman himself, Vince McMahon.

The emotion on the night came to a head when the Undertaker's legendary gong hit. The Phenom, who almost never broke kayfabe, unusually knelt before Flair in the ring as a sign of respect, causing the latter to break out in tears.

When the Deadman tipped his hat to the newly inducted Hall Of Famer as he made his exit, there was not a dry eye in the building, not even the Deadman's.

This uncharacteristic gesture left fans in awe of the affection shown by the man behind the Deadman.

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#1: Roman Reigns addresses WWE Universe about his leukemia diagnosis

In late 2018, the WWE Universe was rocked by the news that Universal Champion Roman Reigns had to relinquish the title due to Leukemia. The Big Dog announced his diagnosis on the October 22, 2018 episode of RAW, addressing the crowd as Joe Anoa'i.

Four months later, Reigns returned to announce that he was in remission, to a roaring crowd reception. This moment allowed the fans to empathize and celebrate a personal victory with the man behind the polarizing character. This was one of the most heartwarming out-of-character moments ever seen in the business.