Ep. #42 Kenn Solomon - Silent Beginnings to NBA Mascot Stardom: Denver Nuggets Rocky the Mountain Lion

Join us in this captivating episode as we explore the incredible journey of Kenn Solomon, famous as Rocky the Mountain Lion, the long-time mascot for the Denver Nuggets. With 33 years in the industry, Kenn shares heartfelt and humorous stories of his rise from a non-verbal child to an iconic NBA mascot. Hear about his audition adventures, memorable pranks, and the thrilling experience of winning an NBA championship. Discover his inspiring persistence, creative improvisation, and behind-the-scenes interactions with sports legends like Charles Barkley, Michael Jordan, John Elway, and Peyton Manning. Don't miss this fascinating look into the life of a professional mascot who turned passion into an extraordinary career. Kenn Solomon can be found here: https://linktr.ee/superkenn?utm_source=linktree_profile_share 00:00 Welcome to the Big Fat Podcast 00:33 Kenn’s Career as Rocky the Mountain Lion 03:05 The Championship Parade Experience 13:30 Family Involvement in Mascot Life 15:00 Kenn’s Journey to Becoming a Mascot 18:11 High School and College Mascot Adventures 29:52 The Path to the Denver Nuggets 36:26 The Mascot Journey Begins 36:46 Crafting the Perfect Portfolio 37:41 The Big Recommendation 38:02 Meeting the College President 39:54 Nailing the Tryouts 43:00 The NBA Transition 49:09 Charles Barkley Encounters 53:11 The Stilt Strategy 01:09:21 The Jersey Swap 01:11:24 The Geraldo Rivera Prank 01:13:05 John Elway's Unexpected Tackle 01:21:39 Peyton Manning's Pass 01:29:11 Michael Jordan's Signed Basketball 01:38:45 Reflecting on a Blessed Career