Wendell Earls

Connect What inspired your most recent tattoo?

I got the “Hope” tattoo after watching Once Upon a Time. During one of the darkest seasons of my life, I felt completely lost, like there was no light at the end of the tunnel. That show reminded me that even in brokenness, there’s still a reason to believe. “Hope” became more than a word; it became a lifeline. I placed it on my chest to keep it close to my heart, reminding myself daily that no matter what, I can keep going. Hope always finds a way.

If your ink could speak, what would it say?

If my tattoo could speak, it would say: “I know it’s hard, but don’t give up. You’ve made it through every bad day so far, and you’re still standing. You’re stronger than you think, even when you feel broken. Keep believing. Keep breathing. Keep going. Hope didn’t abandon you. It lives in you. And as long as you have me, you’ll never be without a reason to fight.”

What would you do with the $25,000?

If I won $25,000, I’d invest in my dream of becoming a professional wrestler by training at Booker T’s Reality of Wrestling. It’s more than a goal; it’s my calling. I’d also use it to ease the financial load on my parents, who’ve supported me even when things were tough. This opportunity wouldn’t just change my life, it’d honor the sacrifices made for me to chase something greater.