The importance of family has been the crux of The Bloodline tale and specifically the "Head of the Table" aspect of Reigns' character. He has made it his mission to elevate both himself and those who share his flesh and blood, whether that be Jimmy and Jey Uso or Solo Sikoa, and even extending to the inclusion of his older cousin The Rock – who returned earlier this year with the heel "Final Boss" persona and joined Reigns' side at WrestleMania. But as one might imagine such a large and tight-knit family opens the door to heartbreak when members disembark the journey of life, and wrestling doesn't always offer escapism at a time when it is most needed.

Reigns lost his older brother, Matt Anoa'i – known to WWE fans as Rosey – when the heat was truly on him at a professional level. Two weeks prior, Reigns had become just the second man to defeat The Undertaker at WrestleMania, and looked to have been the one that had finally retired "The Deadman," and he was showered with varying levels of vitriol and verbal abuse during subsequent TV appearances. It was clear how much Reigns felt about his brother during his A&E documentary, recalling his tutelage and the way it helped him realize the man he wanted to be – the older brother, guardian role. 

Family tragedy hit once more over this past summer when Reigns lost his father Sika at the age of 79 years old in June. He addressed his father's passing on the X social media platform. 

My family and I thank everyone for the outpouring of support in the name of my father, Pola'ivao Leati Sika Anoa'i, who will forever be remembered as one half of The Wild Samoans tag team.  My father had a profound impact on my entire family and we are forever grateful for the...

— Roman Reigns (@WWERomanReigns) June 26, 2024

Less than two months later, Sika's brother and Reigns' uncle, Afa Anoa'i, also passed away at the age of 80 years old.