During a tag team title defense against The Outsiders at SuperBrawl VIII, Scott Steiner turned on his brother Ric Steiner and joined the nWo. In the months that followed, Big Poppa Pump was unleashed.
During a Q&A session at “Music City Multi Con,” Steiner discussed the reason for his character change in WCW.
You can check out some highlights from the interview below:
On his feud with Rick and change into Big Poppa Pump: “It was time for me to change. I was getting pretty much sick of everything, and I had a different attitude at that point. That’s really why I changed, went blonde, as soon as I did that that night, turned on my brother, I bleached my hair because I knew I couldn’t go out there and try to be the same guy.”
On losing his first PPV match after his character change: “You don’t do that to the first guy who just repackaged you know? But you try and make chicken salad out of chicken s**t, so I just kept working on the character … work on my interviews, tried to be a bastard and people took off.”
Scott Steiner, also known as Big Poppa Pump, is a professional wrestler who made a significant character change during his time in WCW (World Championship Wrestling). Steiner, who was initially part of a tag team with his brother Ric Steiner, turned on him and joined the nWo (New World Order) during a tag team title defense against The Outsiders at SuperBrawl VIII.
In a recent Q&A session at the “Music City Multi Con,” Steiner shed some light on the reason behind his character change and the challenges he faced during that time.
Steiner explained that he felt it was time for him to change and that he had grown tired of the status quo. He had developed a different attitude and wanted to portray that through his character. This led him to bleach his hair blonde, which became a signature look for Big Poppa Pump. Steiner believed that he couldn’t go out and try to be the same guy with a new attitude, so the physical change was necessary to match his altered mindset.
However, Steiner faced a setback shortly after his character change. He lost his first pay-per-view match following the transformation. Steiner expressed his disappointment, stating that it was not ideal to have the first match after a repackaging end in defeat. Nevertheless, he remained determined to make the most out of the situation. Steiner focused on refining his character, working on his interviews, and embracing a more aggressive persona. These efforts paid off as people started to take notice of his new character and became invested in his story.
The Q&A session provided fans with insights into Steiner’s mindset during this crucial period of his career. It showcased his dedication to evolving as a performer and his ability to adapt to changing circumstances. Steiner’s transformation into Big Poppa Pump not only rejuvenated his career but also added an exciting dynamic to the WCW roster.
To hear more about Steiner’s thoughts on his character change and his time in WCW, fans can watch the embedded video from the Q&A session. The video offers a firsthand account from the man himself, allowing fans to gain a deeper understanding of the motivations behind his transformation.
Overall, Scott Steiner’s decision to change his character and become Big Poppa Pump had a significant impact on his career. It allowed him to break free from the constraints of his previous persona and explore new avenues as a performer. Steiner’s dedication and determination to make the most out of his character change ultimately paid off, as he became one of the most memorable and iconic figures in professional wrestling history.