On a recent edition of his “Everybody’s Got A Pod” podcast, WWE Hall of Famer Ted DiBiase Sr. discussed the special connection Diamond Dallas Page had with WCW fans and more, Randy Savage helping DDP get over, and more.
You can check out some highlights from the podcast below:
On what made DDP connect with the WCW fans: “Well, I mean, yeah, it’s like the one thing, you know, when I first met him, he was a bartender at this bar, and, great guy, great guy. Melanie and I went…it’s been a year or so now, but we went and we went to his home in the Atlanta area, and we stayed with him for a week, and we started DDP Yoga. It’s great. It’s great. And I need, you know, and now my new New Year’s Resolution is to get back on it. Alright. Because I got a little lazy. I mean, 17 days. I’m 70 years old. What do you want about Dallas is. I mean, obviously, he loved wrestling. Because he was so good to us when we were there when he was bartending and all that, but when I first heard that he had become a wrestler, I was like, really? I couldn’t believe it. but then to watch how he progressed, You can’t like him again, I’ve said this so many times, and you cannot teach anybody charisma. That’s it’s kind of like when I was a babyface, I had a more serious attitude. The nice guy, you know, but as a heel I could just go, you know, and be the wild man. And. And that’s charisma.”
On whether he knew DDP would have the success that he did: “I didn’t. the more that I got to know him, as I realized kind of like when you walk into a bar, you don’t think the bartender is, Einstein, I know what you are there, buddy. You got, you know, you’re a bartender. That’s your gift. Okay, great. Good for you.”
On Randy Savage helping DDP skyrocket: “It’s kind of like when you’ve got it and you get in the ring with somebody else who also has it if you can’t describe it, but then they naturally help you along. It’s kind of like when I first started, I was raised in the business, I started off refereeing matches and, but when I first started in the ring, there were 2 or 3 different people who I had started having matches with that helped my progress. And the same thing is true in Dallas. You learn a lot about timing.”
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Diamond Dallas Page (DDP) is a name that resonates with wrestling fans, especially those who followed World Championship Wrestling (WCW) in the 1990s. DDP’s rise to stardom was a result of his unique connection with the WCW fans, his hard work, and the support he received from fellow wrestlers like Randy Savage.
One of the factors that made DDP connect with the WCW fans was his relatability. Before entering the world of professional wrestling, DDP worked as a bartender. This down-to-earth background endeared him to the fans, who saw him as one of their own. DDP’s genuine personality and approachability made him a fan favorite.
Ted DiBiase Sr., a WWE Hall of Famer, shared his experience of staying with DDP and his wife Melanie in Atlanta. DiBiase praised DDP’s character and revealed that they started doing DDP Yoga together. This personal connection between DiBiase and DDP highlights the kind of person DDP is outside the wrestling ring.
DiBiase also expressed his initial surprise when he heard that DDP had become a wrestler. However, as he witnessed DDP’s progress and success, he realized that charisma is something that cannot be taught. DDP possessed a natural charisma that captivated audiences and made him stand out in the wrestling world.
When discussing DDP’s success, it’s impossible not to mention Randy Savage. Savage played a significant role in helping DDP skyrocket to fame. Savage, who was already an established star in WCW, recognized DDP’s potential and worked with him to improve his skills. Savage’s guidance and support allowed DDP to learn important aspects of wrestling, such as timing, which contributed to his success.
DDP’s journey from being a bartender to becoming a wrestling superstar is a testament to his dedication and passion for the sport. His connection with the WCW fans, combined with his natural charisma and the support he received from fellow wrestlers, propelled him to great heights in the wrestling industry.
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In conclusion, DDP’s special connection with WCW fans, his hard work, and the support he received from wrestlers like Randy Savage played crucial roles in his success. His relatability and natural charisma made him a fan favorite, and his journey from bartender to wrestling superstar is an inspiring story in the world of professional wrestling.