Torrie Wilson says she was incredibly uncomfortable while working the bikini contests in WWE that were booked by Vince McMahon.
Speaking on a recent appearance on the “Insight” with Chris Van Vliet podcast, the WWE Hall of Famer revealed that all of the bikini contests were “mortifying” for her.
Additionally, Torrie says that Vince McMahon wanted her to do a pay-per-view video after her Playboy shoot.
It should be noted that this interview dropped on February 1st and may have been recorded before the recent allegations against Vince McMahon were made last week.
You can check out some highlights from the podcast below:
On being in the bikini contests: “They were all mortifying. People don’t realize. I went out there and owned it the best I could and pushed through the fear, but it was mortifying. There were times when, I remember specifically this house show, that I was in this bikini showdown with Dawn Marie and Sable and someone else. I was standing in the corner watching one of the girls dance in the middle and literally fighting back tears. ‘I cannot believe I’m doing this right now.’ It got to a raunchy point and I was like, ‘I don’t want to be a part of this,’ but it was also my job.”
On if she said no to anything that was pitched to her: “There was twice that I can remember…first of all, I’m a major people pleaser, so saying no to people is really hard. I’m recovering from that. There was one time where I had a thing with Sable and Vince [Vince McMahon] wanted me to come out with the paint on my boobs like she did. I was like, ‘hard no, I can’t do that.’ It ended up being nearly nothing anyways. The other time was when I did Playboy, Vince wanted me to do a pay-per-view, like a video. That one was very hardcore pressed, and it was really hard for me to say no, but I absolutely didn’t want that.”
Torrie Wilson, a former WWE superstar and Hall of Famer, recently opened up about her discomfort while participating in bikini contests that were organized by Vince McMahon, the CEO of WWE. In a podcast interview with Chris Van Vliet, Wilson revealed that these contests were “mortifying” for her.
During the interview, Wilson shared her experience of being part of the bikini contests and how it affected her emotionally. She mentioned that while she tried her best to own the situation and push through her fear, it was still a highly uncomfortable experience for her. Wilson recalled a specific house show where she was involved in a bikini showdown with Dawn Marie and Sable, and she found herself standing in the corner, fighting back tears. She couldn’t believe that she was participating in such a raunchy event and expressed her reluctance to be a part of it. However, as it was her job, she felt obligated to go through with it.
Wilson also discussed instances where she had to say no to certain pitches from Vince McMahon. She admitted that saying no was challenging for her as she was a people pleaser. However, there were two occasions where she stood her ground. The first instance was when McMahon wanted her to come out with paint on her breasts, similar to what Sable had done. Wilson firmly declined this request. The second instance was after she posed for Playboy, when McMahon wanted her to do a pay-per-view video. Despite the pressure, Wilson stood her ground and refused to participate in something she was uncomfortable with.
It is important to note that this interview took place before the recent allegations against Vince McMahon surfaced. The timing of the interview may have been coincidental, but it sheds light on Wilson’s personal experiences during her time in WWE.
Torrie Wilson’s candid revelations provide insight into the challenges faced by female wrestlers in the industry. It highlights the pressure they may feel to conform to certain expectations and participate in events that make them uncomfortable. Wilson’s bravery in speaking out about her experiences adds to the ongoing conversation about the treatment of women in professional wrestling and the need for change.
Overall, Wilson’s interview serves as a reminder that behind the glitz and glamour of WWE, there are real people with their own struggles and boundaries. It is crucial for the industry to prioritize the well-being and comfort of its performers, ensuring a safe and respectful environment for all.