Maxwell Jacob Friedman may spend most of his time tearing people down, but during an interview with Compas on the Beat the AEW World Champion briefly shifted gears when the conversation turned to celebrities hes crossed paths with. While the segment started with jokes and sarcasm, it quickly turned into genuine praise once Bad Bunny was brought up. After listing names like Adam Sandler, Eminem, and Rob Smigel, the interviewer cut in with a single suggestion. MJF didnt dodge it. Instead, he leaned into his usual sharp humor before making it clear there was real respect underneath. The tone softened almost immediately as MJF explained that the admiration goes both ways and that their interaction left a lasting impression. From there, MJF widened the discussion beyond wrestling or music, pointing to Bad Bunnys mainstream success and what it represents on the biggest possible stage. When the interviewer initially responded zero, he corrected the record himself. Rather than undercutting his own point, MJF used the clarification to strengthen it, comparing Bad Bunnys spotlight moment to other cultural milestones. He closed the thought by emphasizing representation and visibility, something rarely discussed when MJF is in full character. The exchange stood out as a rare moment where MJF stepped outside pure provocation. Even while keeping his edge, he acknowledged Bad Bunny not just as a celebrity cameo or crossover name, but as a legitimate cultural figure whose success carries weight far beyond entertainment. Do you like seeing MJF show this side of himself when talking about stars like Bad Bunny, or should he stick strictly to tearing people down? Let us know what you think and drop your feedback in the comments. Please credit Ringside News if you use the above transcript in your publication. G Add as a preferred source on Google
