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Friday's episode of "WWE SmackDown" shook things up as "The Final Boss," Dwyane "The Rock" Johnson made two major announcements.

The Rock was part of WWE's RAW Netflix launch show and played a babyface character when he praised Cody Rhodes and handed the Ula Fala to Roman Reigns. According to a report from PWInsider, it seems he will be part of tonight's SmackDown to make an announcement.

A press release reads: " WWE, part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO), today announced that Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson will appear on SmackDown – live from Smoothie King Center in New Orleans – tomorrow night at 8pm ET on USA Network.

Our WWE SmackDown results for tonight include #DIY defending the WWE Tag Team Championship against Pretty Deadly, Jimmy Uso battling Drew McIntyre, Cody Rhodes teaming with Damian Priest & Braun Strowman against Solo Sikoa,

The Rock is set to return on the February 21 episode of WWE SmackDown. His appearance was a last-minute addition.

The last couple of weeks of WWE Smackdown have laid the groundwork for this episode. A grudge match and a tag team title opportunity are on tap. What other happenings will the blue brand have in store for fans this week?

WWE SmackDown comes to you live from the Smoothie Kings Center in New Orleans, LA. Here’s what’s on tap for the show. Jimmy Uso vs. Drew McIntyre on WWE SmackDown After taking out Drew McIntyre with a superkick last Friday,