‘s New LookRoad Dogg, Paul Heyman Praised; Matt Cardona Reflects on Terry Funk; Bray Wyatt Unveils New Look
On a recent edition of his “Oh You Didn’t Know?” podcast, WWE Hall of Famer Brian “Road Dogg” James lavished praise on Paul Heyman, who celebrated his birthday yesterday, turning 58 years old.
You can check out some highlights from the podcast below:
On Paul Heyman turning 58: “He looks freaking great. He’s on top of his game. Paul Heyman, happy birthday to you, sir. You look great, you smell terrific, and congratulations on all your success.”
On ranking Heyman on the Mt. Rushmore of wrestling managers: “A hundred percent. Yeah, not even questionable. I think a lot of people say that about themselves. He may be right. Me and Paul have a great relationship. I’m not saying one way or another, but I think his body of work speaks for itself, and the longevity speaks to how good he is at it. I don’t know what else to say besides he’s definitely on the Mount Rushmore thing. The other three are debatable, but I don’t think he is.”
On how Heyman “smells”: “Like fine leather. Mahogany. Maybe cherry mahogany and a bit of lilac. It’s rich.”
During a recent appearance on the “Battleground Podcast,” Matt Cardona reflected on the passings of WWE Hall of Famer Terry Funk and former Universal Champion Bray Wyatt.
You can check out some highlights from the podcast below:
On the legacy of Terry Funk: “You can’t even measure the things they’ve done and the legacy they’re leaving behind. Terry Funk — you know this whole GCW and indie run [of mine] … listen, I’m not comparing myself to Terry Funk by any means, but I definitely look at him for some inspiration. For the things he did for ECW and the locker room there — I’d like to do half of that, a quarter of that, for GCW and that locker room.”
On the loss of Bray Wyatt: “As for Bray, man, it’s still shocking and so sad. I worked with Bray so many times, whether it was during his FCW call-up [when] he was on the road. I never did The Fiend stuff — he was always way higher than me on the card, but he was such a great guy in and out of the ring.”
On crossing paths with Wyatt several months ago while traveling: “We just chitchatted for a second and [shared] a big hug, and we’re not even that great of buddies, but that’s just the type of guy he is — just a friendly guy, a happy guy, and man, what a loss. My thoughts are with his family at this time … it’s horrible.”
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Paul Heyman and Terry Funk: Two Legendary Wrestling Managers
Wrestling fans around the world have been celebrating the birthday of Paul Heyman, one of the most iconic and influential wrestling managers of all time. On the same day, the wrestling world mourned the loss of another legendary manager, Terry Funk. Both men have left an indelible mark on the wrestling industry, and their legacies will live on for years to come.
Paul Heyman is widely regarded as one of the greatest wrestling managers of all time. He has managed some of the biggest names in wrestling, including Brock Lesnar, CM Punk, and The Undertaker. Heyman is known for his brash and outspoken style, and his ability to get the best out of his clients. He is also credited with helping to bring ECW to the mainstream, and his influence can still be felt today in WWE.
Terry Funk is a WWE Hall of Famer who was known for his hardcore style and willingness to take risks in the ring. He was a master of psychology in the ring, and his matches were always exciting and unpredictable. He was also a successful manager, having managed wrestlers such as The Rock ‘n’ Roll Express and The Fabulous Freebirds. His legacy lives on through his sons, Dory Jr. and Terry Jr., who are both successful wrestlers in their own right.
The legacies of Paul Heyman and Terry Funk will live on for many years to come. Their influence on the wrestling industry is undeniable, and their impact can still be felt today. They were both innovators in their respective fields, and their legacies will continue to inspire future generations of wrestlers and managers.