On a recent edition of the “The ARN Show” podcast, Arn Anderson reacted to The Undertaker including him and Tully Blanchard in his Mount Rushmore of tag team wrestling.
You can check out some highlights from the podcast below:
On The Undertaker naming Anderson and Tully Blanchard on his Mount Rushmore of Tag Teams: “A year or two ago, somebody asked him who the best technical wrestler was that he had ever seen, in the business or whatever. And he named me. And you talk about getting punched in the solar plexus when I read that. I mean, you can’t get a better recommendation than that, to be included in that. You know, it’s just guys from my era who don’t just throw out compliments like that. There’s no reason to. You don’t have to. Yeah, and when you get a plug like that from that guy, it’s just — it means more than you will ever know. I’m very honored that you know, both of those comments and he knows how I feel about him and, much, much, much respect.
On being told he wasn’t marketable: “I went for most of my career being told I wasn’t marketable and that I didn’t have cosmetics. That I wasn’t going to sell a lot of merchandise, and that was just pretty much — I’m sure this was the comment, ‘Hey, the guy’s a great worker. He’s got a great mind, but he’s just not marketable. He’s not going to sell any houses out. He’s not going to sell a bunch of t-shirts or action figures.’ And that’s kind of the consensus that has swirled around me my entire career. But it’s a funny thing. You don’t miss something until it’s gone, you know? And that’s true. You know, I’ve been pretty much at least in a low-profile position for the past 40 years in this business. It’s been the last year and a half or so that we kind of fell off the map. But that’s okay.”
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The Undertaker, one of the most iconic figures in professional wrestling history, recently named Arn Anderson and Tully Blanchard as part of his Mount Rushmore of tag team wrestling. This recognition from The Undertaker holds significant meaning for Anderson, who expressed his gratitude and honor during a recent episode of “The ARN Show” podcast.
Anderson, known for his technical wrestling skills, was humbled by The Undertaker’s praise. He mentioned that a few years ago, someone asked The Undertaker about the best technical wrestler he had ever seen, and he named Anderson. This acknowledgment came as a surprise to Anderson and left a lasting impact on him. He emphasized that compliments from wrestlers of his era are not easily given, making The Undertaker’s recognition all the more special.
The former professional wrestler also reflected on being told throughout his career that he wasn’t marketable. Despite being praised for his in-ring abilities and wrestling knowledge, Anderson was often overlooked when it came to merchandise sales and mainstream appeal. However, he admitted that he didn’t fully appreciate the value of marketability until it was taken away from him. Anderson has spent the majority of his four-decade-long career in a low-profile position, but he remains content with his contributions to the wrestling industry.
The Undertaker’s inclusion of Anderson and Blanchard in his Mount Rushmore of tag team wrestling is a testament to their impact on the sport. Both Anderson and Blanchard were part of the legendary Four Horsemen stable in the 1980s and 1990s, which left an indelible mark on professional wrestling. Their technical prowess and storytelling abilities inside the ring have made them highly respected figures among fans and fellow wrestlers alike.
As fans continue to celebrate the legacies of wrestlers like Arn Anderson and Tully Blanchard, it’s important to recognize their contributions to the art form of tag team wrestling. Their inclusion in The Undertaker’s Mount Rushmore is a testament to their skill, dedication, and impact on the industry. Wrestling enthusiasts can stay updated on all the latest news and developments in the world of professional wrestling by visiting eWrestlingNews.com or following their social media pages on Twitter and Facebook.