In a recent appearance on the “Under the Ring” podcast, Mark Briscoe confessed that he considered retiring from wrestling after the tragic death of his brother Jay Briscoe in January 2023.
Mark said, “That was my first thought. My very first thought was, I’m not ever wrestling again. But it didn’t take long, it really didn’t take long at all for me to reconsider and change my mind there once I got thinking about what he’d want me to do. My initial reaction was, I’m never wrestling again, I don’t ever wanna wrestle again. Like I said, when I thought about what he would’ve wanted me to do, yeah, I can’t not wrestle. I can’t just quit at this point, I gotta carry on for him.”
As we’ve been reporting here on eWn, Parker Boudreaux is still under contract with AEW despite debuting for AAA and calling the Mexican company his “new home.”
Taking to Twitter, Boudreaux confirmed that he works for both companies. He wrote,
“I’m with @AEW and @luchalibreaaa. Please stop saying AAA is my ONLY home, I clearly stated in the promo it is ONE of my new homes, I am still with AEW.”
I’m with @AEW and @luchalibreaaa .
Please stop saying AAA is my ONLY home, I clearly stated in the promo it is ONE of my new homes, I am still with AEW💯
— PARKER BOUDREAUX (@TheParkerB_) April 1, 2024
Taking to Twitter, Mikey Rukus recalled producing Samoa Joe’s theme song in AEW, which he had to do with only 24 hours notice.
Joe made his debut at ROH Supercard of Honor a couple of years ago and Rukus was told about it the night before. He tweeted,
“I got the call the night before this show.
“Joe is coming”
Me: “You gaddayum right he’s coming Tony Khan. I got you”
I can’t tell you how exhilarating it is to switch gears at a moments notice and kick it into overdrive. Nothing like it in the world.”
I got the call the night before this show.
“Joe is coming”
Me: “You gaddayum right he’s coming Tony Khan. I got you”
I can’t tell you how exhilarating it is to switch gears at a moments notice and kick it into overdrive. Nothing like it in the world. 🙏🏽 https://t.co/kTAK66VQVg
— RUKUS (@MikeyRukus) April 1, 2024
In a recent episode of the “Under the Ring” podcast, professional wrestler Mark Briscoe opened up about considering retirement after the tragic death of his brother Jay Briscoe in January 2023. Mark revealed that his initial thought was to never wrestle again, but he quickly changed his mind when he thought about what his brother would have wanted him to do. He realized that he couldn’t quit at that point and felt compelled to carry on wrestling in honor of his brother’s memory.
This revelation from Mark Briscoe sheds light on the emotional toll that the loss of a loved one can have on a professional wrestler. It showcases the internal struggle and conflicting emotions that arise when faced with such a devastating event. Mark’s decision to continue wrestling despite his initial inclination to retire highlights the deep bond between the Briscoe brothers and the dedication they had to their craft.
In other wrestling news, there has been speculation surrounding the contract status of Parker Boudreaux, who recently debuted for AAA and referred to it as his “new home.” However, Boudreaux clarified on Twitter that he is still under contract with AEW and works for both companies. He emphasized that AAA is just one of his new homes and requested people to stop saying it is his only home. This clarification puts an end to the confusion surrounding Boudreaux’s contractual obligations and confirms his continued involvement with AEW.
Additionally, music producer Mikey Rukus shared an interesting anecdote about producing Samoa Joe’s theme song in AEW. Rukus revealed that he received the call to create Joe’s theme song just 24 hours before Joe’s debut at ROH Supercard of Honor. Despite the short notice, Rukus expressed his excitement and exhilaration at being able to switch gears and deliver a high-quality theme song in such a short amount of time. This behind-the-scenes glimpse into the fast-paced world of wrestling production showcases the dedication and talent of individuals like Rukus who work tirelessly to enhance the overall experience for fans and performers alike.
Overall, these recent developments in the wrestling world provide insight into the personal struggles and triumphs that wrestlers face. From Mark Briscoe’s decision to continue wrestling in honor of his late brother to Parker Boudreaux’s clarification about his contract status and Mikey Rukus’ last-minute theme song creation, these stories highlight the resilience and dedication of those involved in the industry. Wrestling is not just about the physicality and spectacle; it is also about the emotional connections and personal journeys that make it a truly unique form of entertainment.