Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson made a surprise return to WWE on last Monday’s ‘Day 1’ themed episode of RAW, confronting Jinder Mahal and teasing a potential match with his cousin, Roman Reigns.
On a recent edition of his “1 Of A Kind” podcast, WWE Hall of Famer Rob Van Dam discussed The Rock’s return to WWE programming. He said,
“The Bloodline is or has taken over, and The Rock’s coming to support that. That’s why he’s coming back. He’s not coming back because he misses wrestling. He’s not coming back because he needs to get in the ring again, real bad. Making all that money, doing movies, has [been] wearing him out, and he needs to get in the ring and bang his elbows and knees or anything like that. He’s coming to support his family and to pay it forward with The Bloodline by drawing attention, and money, and everything that comes with that.”
In other news, Rey Mysterio got involved in a feud with Kurt Angle after signing with WWE in 2002.
During one of his promo segments, Angle remarked that Mysterio is “a boy in a man’s world” and he “loves to play with boys.”
During a recent appearance at the Steel City Comic Con, Angle recalled the infamous promo where he was instructed to say things that he couldn’t get away with today.
Angle said, “Yeah, definitely offensive. I said a lot of stuff back then. This was a time where I was cutting a promo on Rey Mysterio and I said, ‘Rey Mysterio, you’re a boy in a man’s world, and I’m a man who loves to play with boys.’ I was like, ‘No, that’s not what I meant.’ I did this like three times, I messed up and said something perverted. It became a meme and the fans loved it. I was a heel back then and it was a good time for the fans to make fun of me because I said something so messed up. I said a lot of stuff back then. I even said I’m not a fan of black people. I said some crazy stuff that Vince McMahon had me say and it just wouldn’t fly today. That was one of the promos that people took offense to. I enjoyed doing it, I really did, it was funny. I said whatever Vince McMahon told me to and I probably shouldn’t have said some things I said. Yes, I regret some things.”
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Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson’s Return to WWE and Rob Van Dam’s Insight
Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, one of the most iconic figures in professional wrestling history, made a surprise return to WWE on last Monday’s ‘Day 1’ themed episode of RAW. The Rock confronted Jinder Mahal and teased a potential match with his cousin, Roman Reigns. This unexpected appearance sent shockwaves through the wrestling world and left fans eagerly anticipating what’s to come.
On a recent edition of his “1 Of A Kind” podcast, WWE Hall of Famer Rob Van Dam shared his thoughts on The Rock’s return to WWE programming. Van Dam believes that The Rock is coming back to support his family, specifically The Bloodline faction led by Roman Reigns. He stated, “The Bloodline is or has taken over, and The Rock’s coming to support that. That’s why he’s coming back. He’s not coming back because he misses wrestling or needs to get in the ring again. Making all that money, doing movies, has been wearing him out, and he needs to get in the ring and bang his elbows and knees. He’s coming to support his family and pay it forward with The Bloodline by drawing attention, money, and everything that comes with that.”
This perspective sheds light on The Rock’s motivations for returning to the squared circle. It emphasizes the importance of family and the desire to contribute to the success of the next generation of wrestlers. The Rock’s involvement will undoubtedly bring increased attention and financial benefits to WWE, as his star power transcends the wrestling world.
In other news, former WWE superstar Rey Mysterio recently recalled a controversial promo segment involving him and Kurt Angle from 2002. During the segment, Angle made offensive remarks about Mysterio, calling him “a boy in a man’s world” and stating that he “loves to play with boys.” Angle admitted that these comments were offensive and acknowledged that he said things back then that wouldn’t be acceptable today.
Angle explained that he was instructed by WWE chairman Vince McMahon to say provocative things to generate heat and create memorable moments. While Angle regrets some of the offensive remarks he made, he acknowledges that it was a different time in the wrestling industry, and he was playing the role of a heel character.
The incident serves as a reminder of the evolving standards in professional wrestling and society as a whole. In today’s climate, such comments would not be tolerated, highlighting the progress made in promoting inclusivity and respect within the industry.
As fans continue to follow the latest happenings in the world of professional wrestling, platforms like eWrestlingNews.com provide a reliable source for all wrestling news. Whether it’s updates on The Rock’s return or other exciting developments, fans can stay informed through various channels such as the website, Twitter, and Facebook pages.
The Rock’s return to WWE and the reflections of Kurt Angle on his controversial promo segment with Rey Mysterio offer glimpses into the ever-changing landscape of professional wrestling. These incidents remind us of the importance of understanding the context and evolution of the industry while appreciating the progress made in promoting inclusivity and respect.