Last month, Vince McMahon resigned from his position at TKO Group after a lawsuit from former WWE employee Janel Grant accused him of sex trafficking, sexual assault, and more. WWE and John Laurinaitis are also named as defendants in the lawsuit.
McMahon and Laurinaitis have both denied the claims, with Laurinaitis’ lawyer claiming that he was also a victim in the situation.
On a recent edition of his “Everybody’s Got a Pod” podcast, WWE Hall of Famer Ted DiBiase Sr. reacted to the scandal.
You can check out some highlights from the podcast below:
Ted DiBiase on the allegations against Vince McMahon: “I’ve been kind of sad recently with all the stuff going on with Vince. That’s heart-wrenching, really. I don’t know, it’s kind of like, it’s a double-edged sword there. I mean, one part of me is [like] if it hadn’t been for Vince, where wrestling has gone would have never happened. By the same token, when you look at some of the things that he’s been accused of doing? I don’t know, it’s just really — it’s just sad. I can’t say anything in any other way, it’s just sad. I mean, it makes me wonder — you know, what are his children thinking when they read that stuff. It’s just sad, man.
On coming to terms with the allegations: “It’s just — yeah, leaves me speechless. It’s kind of like this: the Million Dollar Man is gonna say this. There are some things money can’t buy. And money cannot buy integrity.”
On Ric Flair: “To Ric’s credit, Rick was one hell of a worker. You know, nobody can take that from him. He and I never got — we’ve worked a few times, but man, I would have loved to have been able to just work a whole program with him.”
Last month, the wrestling world was rocked by the news that Vince McMahon, the former CEO of TKO Group and the chairman of WWE, had resigned from his position following a lawsuit filed against him by former WWE employee Janel Grant. The lawsuit accused McMahon of sex trafficking, sexual assault, and other serious allegations. WWE and John Laurinaitis, another high-ranking executive in the company, were also named as defendants in the lawsuit.
Both McMahon and Laurinaitis have vehemently denied the claims made against them. Laurinaitis’ lawyer even went so far as to claim that his client was also a victim in the situation. The lawsuit has sent shockwaves throughout the wrestling industry and has left many fans and insiders wondering about the truth behind the allegations.
One person who recently shared his thoughts on the scandal is WWE Hall of Famer Ted DiBiase Sr. During an episode of his podcast “Everybody’s Got a Pod,” DiBiase expressed his sadness over the situation. He acknowledged McMahon’s significant contributions to the wrestling industry but also couldn’t ignore the serious accusations being made against him.
DiBiase said, “I’ve been kind of sad recently with all the stuff going on with Vince. That’s heart-wrenching, really. I don’t know, it’s kind of like, it’s a double-edged sword there. I mean, one part of me is [like] if it hadn’t been for Vince, where wrestling has gone would have never happened. By the same token, when you look at some of the things that he’s been accused of doing? I don’t know, it’s just really — it’s just sad.”
The wrestling legend also expressed concern for McMahon’s children and how they might be affected by these allegations. He wondered about their thoughts and feelings when they read about their father’s involvement in such a scandal. DiBiase concluded by saying, “It’s just sad, man.”
DiBiase also touched upon the importance of integrity in the wrestling business. He stated, “There are some things money can’t buy. And money cannot buy integrity.” This statement reflects the wrestling legend’s belief that no matter how successful or influential someone may be, their actions and character ultimately define them.
In addition to discussing McMahon, DiBiase also shared his thoughts on fellow wrestling legend Ric Flair. DiBiase praised Flair’s in-ring abilities and acknowledged his reputation as one of the greatest workers in the business. He expressed a desire to have had the opportunity to work more extensively with Flair during their careers.
The scandal surrounding Vince McMahon and the allegations made against him have undoubtedly had a significant impact on the wrestling industry. Fans, wrestlers, and insiders alike are grappling with the implications of these accusations and waiting for more information to come to light. As the legal proceedings continue, it remains to be seen how this scandal will ultimately affect McMahon’s legacy and the future of WWE.