On a recent edition of the “Busted Open Radio” podcast, Jade Cargill recalled idolizing Chyna during her childhood and looking up to the late WWE Hall of Famer as her inspiration.
Cargill said, “The person I looked up to that gave me confidence was Chyna, and that’s being totally honest. I didn’t grow up seeing women who looked like me. I’ve been muscular my entire life. I have great genetics. However, I put in the work, let’s just add that in there too. But seeing her, and maybe she felt different, [but] what I seen was that she was out there owning the stage and taking no crap from anybody else.”
She continued, “She embraced how she looked. And I wasn’t familiar with that. It made me go out there and say, ‘I look damn good. I know who I am. I could care less about what you think.’”
Cargill teamed up with Bianca Belair and Naomi to defeat Damage CTRL (Dakota Kai, Asuka, and Kairi Sane) in a six-woman tag team match at WrestleMania 40 (Night One).
Jade Cargill Credits Chyna as Her Inspiration in Wrestling
In the world of professional wrestling, there have been countless athletes who have inspired others to pursue their dreams and break barriers. One such individual is the late WWE Hall of Famer, Chyna. Jade Cargill, a rising star in the wrestling industry, recently revealed that Chyna was her idol during her childhood and played a significant role in shaping her confidence and self-image.
During an appearance on the “Busted Open Radio” podcast, Cargill spoke candidly about how Chyna’s presence in the wrestling world impacted her. She expressed, “The person I looked up to that gave me confidence was Chyna, and that’s being totally honest. I didn’t grow up seeing women who looked like me.”
Cargill, who has always had a muscular physique, shared that she found solace in seeing someone like Chyna, who embraced her unique appearance. She stated, “I’ve been muscular my entire life. I have great genetics. However, I put in the work, let’s just add that in there too. But seeing her, and maybe she felt different, [but] what I saw was that she was out there owning the stage and taking no crap from anybody else.”
Chyna’s unapologetic attitude and confidence resonated with Cargill, who had not previously seen women in the wrestling industry who looked like her. Cargill admitted that Chyna’s example empowered her to embrace her own appearance and not care about others’ opinions. She said, “She embraced how she looked. And I wasn’t familiar with that. It made me go out there and say, ‘I look damn good. I know who I am. I could care less about what you think.'”
Cargill’s admiration for Chyna goes beyond her physical presence. Chyna’s ability to command attention and dominate in the ring inspired Cargill to strive for greatness in her own career. The late wrestling legend’s impact on Cargill’s journey is evident as she continues to make waves in the industry.
Recently, Cargill teamed up with Bianca Belair and Naomi to defeat Damage CTRL (Dakota Kai, Asuka, and Kairi Sane) in a thrilling six-woman tag team match at WrestleMania 40 (Night One). This victory showcased Cargill’s talent and determination, further solidifying her status as a rising star.
It is heartening to see how Chyna’s legacy lives on through individuals like Jade Cargill. Chyna’s fearlessness and refusal to conform to societal norms continue to inspire a new generation of wrestlers, encouraging them to embrace their uniqueness and pursue their dreams.
As Cargill continues to make her mark in the wrestling world, it is clear that she will carry Chyna’s influence with her every step of the way. Her story serves as a reminder that representation matters and that the impact of trailblazers like Chyna extends far beyond their time in the spotlight.