When fans look back at the mid-2000s era of WWE, few duos were as unique—or as surprisingly heartfelt—as Fit Finlay and Hornswoggle. Behind the slapstick humor and wild antics on SmackDown, there was a real bond built on respect, mentorship, and trust.

Now, Dylan Postl, better known to fans as Swoggle, is opening up about what really happened behind the scenes—and how Fit Finlay didn’t just help his career, but saved it. “He saved my career and changed my life,” Swoggle said. “Without him, I wouldn’t have lasted a month in WWE.”

Before becoming one of WWE’s most beloved comedy acts, Dylan Postl was a young independent wrestler trying to find his place in a world built for giants. Then came a phone call from WWE—a call that would change everything.

Postl was told he’d be brought in for a new storyline involving veteran Fit Finlay, a tough-as-nails Irish wrestler known for his intensity and in-ring mastery. It was a pairing no one expected—but one that made history. “I thought it was going to be a one-off,” Swoggle recalled. “Next thing I know, I’m traveling the world with Finlay, getting the biggest reactions on the show.”

Fit Finlay: Mentor, Protector, and Teacher

Behind the curtain, Finlay took Swoggle under his wing—not out of obligation, but genuine care. Known for his no-nonsense demeanor and old-school toughness, Finlay became more than a tag partner; he became a mentor and protector. “Finlay taught me everything about how to survive in WWE,” Swoggle said. “He never treated me like a joke. He treated me like a performer, like someone who deserved to be there.”

Finlay’s approach wasn’t always easy. His mentorship came with tough love—pushing Swoggle to take bumps, learn timing, and adapt to WWE’s demanding travel schedule. But those lessons paid off. “There were times I didn’t think I could do it,” Swoggle admitted. “But he made me believe in myself. He fought for me when no one else did.”

On screen, the duo was pure entertainment. Whether they were battling The Boogeyman, joining forces with Vince McMahon, or stealing the show with wild backstage segments, Finlay and Hornswoggle became must-see TV.

But off-screen, their bond was genuine. They traveled together, trained together, and shared countless life moments along the road.

“We had fun out there, but behind the scenes, it was family,” Swoggle said. “He looked out for me in every way possible.”

Finlay’s influence extended far beyond the storyline. When Postl faced personal and professional challenges, Finlay was there—not just as a coworker, but as a friend.

A Bond That Still Lasts Today

Years after their WWE run ended, Swoggle still credits Finlay for shaping the performer—and the person—he became. “Every good thing that happened to me in WWE goes back to him,” Swoggle said. “He didn’t just make me a better wrestler. He made me a better man.”

Today, Fit Finlay is remembered as one of wrestling’s great mentors, helping develop countless stars in WWE’s women’s division and beyond. And for Dylan Postl, that mentorship remains a cornerstone of his life and legacy.

In a world where so many wrestling partnerships come and go, the story of Finlay and Hornswoggle stands out as something rare—real friendship built through shared struggle, respect, and love for the business.

It’s a reminder that behind every WWE storyline is a human story—and for Swoggle, that story will always begin and end with one name: Fit Finlay. “People laugh when they think of Hornswoggle,” he said. “But I laugh too—because I got to live my dream, thanks to him.”