WWE News: David Otunga on where the coffee cup came from, his transition back to the ring, and the toughest role he has played (answer might surprise you)

WWE Superstar David Otunga recently spoke with ChicagoNow.com about a number of topics. You can read the full interview at http://www.chicagonow.com/mma-disputed/2012/08/chicago-focus-david-otunga/. Among the highlights:

Otunga on where the coffee cup prop came from: "Funny you should mention that because I’m drinking out of it right now. The thing about the coffee mug, is that it’s really me. One day I started using it on camera and people are led to believe it’s a part of my character. But it’s really me and not just my character's role."

On transitioning back to the ring from his non-wrestling role: "Well you know it’s something I’ve been I’m waiting for. It hasn’t been that difficult but I’ve been looking forward to it for a very long time. I enjoy being in the ring and it was more excitement than anything to be back in that wrestling role.

"I am very goal oriented and want to see my character go to the top. I am hoping to have the creative freedom to do that and let it pan out the way I would like. It’s exciting for sure and hopefully in the next few weeks my character continues to grow."

On the toughest role he every played: "I guess it had to be the reality show (I Love New York). There was a lot more information that I could process at one time. The [recent WWE film he shot with Halle Berry] was unbelievably fun because it came to me second nature. With the WWE, the acting classes, and the improv I do it was very easy to blend in. The only major difference was me having to shave. I haven’t shaved in many, many years but it had to be done and it helped me get into character."

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