Orange Cassidy has proved to be a cornerstone for AEW, and the International Champion takes pride in being an “AEW original.”
In a recent interview with Adrian Hernandez, Cassidy reflected on his success in AEW, the Stadium Stampede Match at AEW All In 2023, and more.
You can check out some highlights from the interview below:
On finding his success in AEW: “A lot of people [think I’m an] overnight success. You don’t need to know what I’ve done before this, I just want you to take me as I am now, which I think is very important because sometimes people get sympathy for the grind because we all can sympathize with something that’s taken a long time to get to. But I want you to take me for who I am, as I am, right now.”
On why he’s best suited to AEW: “Eddie Kingston’s a different story than me, but I know I could speak for myself when I say that I would not be able to have thrived the way I am in AEW if it was another place. AEW let me be me. They let me do what I want to do and I believed in it. My style is my style. I take a lot of pride in it that no one can say ‘Oh, Orange Cassidy wrestles like this,’ or ‘Orange Cassidy is a guy like this who came before me.’ I take a lot of pride in being an original.”
On being stabbed with the fork: “It happened very fast. When I have my hands in my pockets in front of over 75,000 people and then I turn around and a monster of a man is running at me with a fork and stabs me in the head. I just went down and then I don’t really remember anything after that because I kind of like … went to the other weird realm I go to when I get angry.”
On having a scar from the fork: “And I remember after the fact that I had a huge fork gash in my head that took at least — he scarred me forever and I’ll have it forever because of Jon Moxley and a fork.”
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Orange Cassidy: The AEW Original
Orange Cassidy has become a beloved figure in the world of professional wrestling, particularly in All Elite Wrestling (AEW). Known for his laid-back persona and unique wrestling style, Cassidy has quickly risen to prominence and has become a cornerstone of AEW. In a recent interview, he reflected on his success in AEW, his experience in the Stadium Stampede Match at AEW All In 2023, and more.
One of the things that Cassidy emphasized in the interview was the importance of being accepted for who he is now, rather than focusing on his past. He mentioned that many people see him as an overnight success, but he wants fans to appreciate him for his current self. Cassidy believes that it is crucial for people to take him as he is at present, without dwelling on his journey to get there.
When asked why he feels AEW is the best fit for him, Cassidy explained that the promotion allows him to be himself and do what he wants to do. He expressed gratitude for the creative freedom he has in AEW and how it has allowed him to thrive. Cassidy takes pride in his unique wrestling style and appreciates that AEW has given him the platform to showcase it. He also emphasized that being an original is important to him, as he doesn’t want to be compared to anyone else or be seen as a copy of someone who came before him.
During the interview, Cassidy also discussed a memorable moment from his career when he was stabbed with a fork by Jon Moxley. He described the incident as happening very fast and mentioned that he doesn’t remember much after being stabbed. Cassidy revealed that he had a significant scar on his head as a result of the attack and jokingly credited Moxley for giving him a permanent mark.
Cassidy’s popularity extends beyond interviews and matches. He has also gained attention for his unique entrance, where he enters the ring with his hands in his pockets. This nonchalant approach has resonated with fans and has become one of his signature trademarks.
As Cassidy continues to make a name for himself in AEW, fans can expect more entertaining moments and matches from the “AEW original.” His laid-back persona and unorthodox wrestling style have endeared him to fans around the world. Whether he’s competing in high-stakes matches or engaging in comedic segments, Orange Cassidy continues to leave a lasting impression on the wrestling industry.
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