Dynasty Wrestling promoter Chris Envy took a ton of heat for booking Patrick “Velveteen Dream” Clark at one of his events in Albany, New York last month.
In a recent interview with Bucklebomb Entertainment, Envy defended his decision to book the former WWE NXT Superstar who has been accused of inappropriate contact with a minor as well as grooming back during the ‘Speaking Out’ movement.
On this same show in Albany, NY, former WWE referee Rita Chatterton, who sued Vince McMahon alleging he sexually assaulted her, was featured in a role.
According to Envy, Patrick Clark is “one of the nicest people” and they exchange texts and posts often.
You can check out some highlights from the interview below:
On booking Patrick Clark: “Very rarely do I get starstruck. Shawn Michaels, I was starstruck when I met him backstage, and Velveteen Dream. Huge star. The charisma, the presence. Talking to Patrick Clark, he is not that person at all. He is so quiet, soft spoken, and humble. He is one of the nicest people I’ve ever met. We spent a couple hours together that day. He was so nice, one of the nicest people. We’re not friends, we exchange texts and posts, but I see him as a friend. He was so nice. He was one of the last people to leave. He was breaking down chairs. He said hello to everybody, he took pictures, class act all around.”
On Rita Chatterton being on the show: “We got a lot of flack because we also had Rita Chatterton on the same show. She was in the news for other things as well. She was super supportive of Velveteen. Super supportive. She was like, ‘He’s such a nice guy.’ They were shoulder to shoulder, there was nothing uncomfortable about the situation. She told me to give him her number and have him reach out to her because he needs people who are going to support him. All these people that are coming at me, ‘you’re not family entertainment.’ It’s easy to say that, but if I had Vince McMahon on my next show, all those clowns would still be buying tickets.”
Title: Controversial Booking Decision: Chris Envy Defends the Inclusion of Velveteen Dream at Dynasty Wrestling Event
Introduction
Promoter Chris Envy of Dynasty Wrestling faced significant backlash for his decision to book former WWE NXT Superstar Patrick “Velveteen Dream” Clark at a recent event in Albany, New York. Clark has been accused of inappropriate contact with a minor and grooming during the ‘Speaking Out’ movement. In a recent interview, Envy defended his choice and shed light on his interactions with Clark and the support he received from other individuals involved in the wrestling industry.
The Charisma and Presence of Velveteen Dream
Envy expressed his admiration for Velveteen Dream’s star power, charisma, and presence. He admitted to being starstruck when meeting Clark backstage, comparing it to the feeling he had when meeting WWE legend Shawn Michaels. However, Envy emphasized that Clark’s personality off-camera is vastly different from his on-screen persona. According to Envy, Clark is quiet, soft-spoken, and humble, making him one of the nicest people Envy has ever met.
Positive Interactions and Support
Envy shared that he spent several hours with Clark on the day of the event and found him to be incredibly kind and friendly. While they are not close friends, they exchange texts and posts occasionally, leading Envy to consider Clark as a friend. Envy praised Clark’s behavior at the event, noting that he stayed until the end, helped with the breakdown of equipment, and interacted with fans by taking pictures and saying hello to everyone. Envy described Clark as a class act all around.
Rita Chatterton’s Support
Envy also addressed the inclusion of former WWE referee Rita Chatterton at the same event. Chatterton has previously sued Vince McMahon, alleging sexual assault. Envy revealed that Chatterton was supportive of Velveteen Dream and spoke highly of him. Chatterton encouraged Envy to give Clark her number so that he could reach out to her for support. Envy highlighted that the presence of both Clark and Chatterton at the event was not uncomfortable, and they stood shoulder to shoulder.
Criticism and Response
Envy acknowledged the criticism he received for booking Clark, particularly from those who believed it was not in line with family entertainment. However, he argued that if he were to book someone like Vince McMahon, the same critics would still purchase tickets. Envy defended his decision by emphasizing that Clark’s behavior at the event was exemplary and that he believes in giving people a chance for redemption.
Conclusion
Chris Envy, promoter of Dynasty Wrestling, faced backlash for booking Patrick “Velveteen Dream” Clark at a recent event. Envy defended his decision by highlighting Clark’s positive qualities and interactions, describing him as one of the nicest people he has ever met. Envy also mentioned the support Clark received from Rita Chatterton, who encouraged him to reach out for support. While controversy surrounds Clark’s past actions, Envy believes in giving individuals a chance for redemption.