Former WWE Superstar Ken Anderson wasn’t too heartbroken when he lost the United States Championship, believing the title was just a ‘prop.’
Anderson, as Mr. Kennedy, won the title on the August 29, 2006, SmackDown, and would hold the title for 42 days before dropping the gold on the October 10, 2006, SmackDown.
Speaking about his brief title reign to “The A2theK Wrestling Show,” Anderson explained how he had no issue with his reign being so short. He said,
“At the end of the day, the titles are just props, they are props used to tell stories or further storylines and I have always felt that way. So, it was cool to me, but I wasn’t sleeping with the title, I don’t have any pictures of me with the title on my mantel or anything like that.”
Anderson pointed out that not long after his U.S. title reign, he was in a feud with The Undertaker, which seemingly played a decision in his reign ending. He said,
“Taker actually went to Vince and told him that he wanted to work a program with me, and they always felt that the United States Championship was beneath ‘Taker. So, it was something that wouldn’t further our storyline, so it was not necessary for me to have it.”
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Former WWE Superstar Ken Anderson, also known as Mr. Kennedy, recently revealed that he wasn’t too upset when he lost the United States Championship, as he believed the title was just a “prop.” Anderson won the title on August 29, 2006, on SmackDown, and held it for 42 days before dropping it on October 10, 2006.
In an interview with “The A2theK Wrestling Show,” Anderson explained his perspective on his short title reign. He stated, “At the end of the day, the titles are just props, they are props used to tell stories or further storylines, and I have always felt that way. So, it was cool to me, but I wasn’t sleeping with the title, I don’t have any pictures of me with the title on my mantel or anything like that.”
Anderson emphasized that shortly after his U.S. title reign, he was involved in a feud with The Undertaker. This feud played a significant role in his reign ending. Anderson revealed, “Taker actually went to Vince [McMahon] and told him that he wanted to work a program with me, and they always felt that the United States Championship was beneath ‘Taker. So, it was something that wouldn’t further our storyline, so it was not necessary for me to have it.”
It’s interesting to hear Anderson’s perspective on championship titles in professional wrestling. While many wrestlers consider winning a title as a significant accomplishment and a symbol of their success, Anderson sees it as a tool to enhance storytelling and build rivalries. This mindset allows him to detach himself emotionally from the titles and focus more on the creative aspects of his character and storyline development.
Anderson’s experience sheds light on the behind-the-scenes decision-making process in professional wrestling. The Undertaker’s desire to work with Anderson took precedence over his U.S. title reign, as the creative team believed that the championship was not suitable for The Undertaker’s character. This decision showcases the importance of aligning storylines and character development in professional wrestling.
Despite not placing much personal value on the U.S. Championship, Anderson’s talent and charisma allowed him to remain a prominent figure in the wrestling industry. His ability to adapt and excel in various storylines and feuds demonstrates his versatility as a performer.
For fans of professional wrestling, Anderson’s insights provide a unique perspective on the significance of championship titles. It highlights the creative nature of the industry and how titles serve as tools to enhance storytelling and create memorable moments for both wrestlers and fans.
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