Mansoor was a recent guest on the “In The Weeds” podcast to discuss a variety of topics, including his time working in the Maximum Male Models faction.
During the podcast, the former WWE Superstar revealed that Vince McMahon was adamant that the Maximum Male Models weren’t a gay gimmick.
You can check out some highlights from the podcast below:
On appearing at Effy’s Big Gay Brunch: “It was actually something we were a little concerned about. The last thing we wanted to do was appropriate culture that we weren’t a part of and represent anybody in a negative light. The thing that is funny is, the only fans we had basically, whenever we would go to house shows, were members of the LGBTQ community. We would run out in Montana, and 99% of the fans would be booing and booing, and then we’d look over at a section in the front row and it’s people going ‘Yasss! Yasss!’ [Snaps]. We did it for them. What Effy was trying to communicate was, when we come out as the Male Models at that show, the place is going to go f**king crazy. We did it for the girlies and the gays. That’s who we did it for.”
On Vince McMahon pitching the character: “When Vince McMahon told us that we were doing this male model thing, he was very serious, ‘Listen, it’s not a gay thing. Okay. Not a gay thing. You’re metrosexual.’ ‘Yeah, okay.’ At the same time, we want to be entertaining, so, sorry Vince. We were rubbing body oil on our YouTube show in our speedos. It’s very funny because it’s this throwback. I also say, the very first heel gimmick is Gorgeous George, that’s just what we’re doing. For people who are all up in arms about it, ‘What’s this gimmick doing on the show?’ That gimmick is as old as wrestling itself. What are you getting hot about? I’m very excited for the show, especially working Effy and Allie, BUSSY! You just know it’s going to be a f**king hysterical match.”
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In a recent episode of the “In The Weeds” podcast, former WWE Superstar Mansoor opened up about his time working in the Maximum Male Models faction. Mansoor revealed that Vince McMahon, the chairman and CEO of WWE, was adamant that the faction’s gimmick was not meant to be a gay gimmick.
During the podcast, Mansoor discussed his appearance at Effy’s Big Gay Brunch and the concerns they had about appropriating a culture they were not a part of. However, Mansoor mentioned that the Male Models had a strong following within the LGBTQ community. While most fans would boo them during house shows, there would always be a section in the front row cheering them on. Mansoor stated that they did it for the girlies and the gays, as Effy wanted to create an electrifying atmosphere when they made their entrance.
When McMahon pitched the male model character to them, Mansoor recalled that McMahon emphasized that it was not a gay gimmick but rather a metrosexual one. However, Mansoor admitted that they still wanted to be entertaining and ended up rubbing body oil on their YouTube show while wearing speedos. Mansoor pointed out that this gimmick is not new and referenced Gorgeous George, who had a similar persona in the early days of wrestling.
Mansoor expressed his excitement about working with Effy and Allie in an upcoming match, emphasizing that it would be a hilarious and entertaining spectacle.
The podcast episode also featured a video embed of the discussion, where Mansoor elaborated on his experiences. The article concludes by encouraging readers to stay updated with wrestling news on eWrestlingNews.com or follow their Twitter and Facebook pages.
Overall, Mansoor’s interview sheds light on the Maximum Male Models faction and clarifies that their gimmick was not intended to be a gay stereotype. It highlights the importance of representation and inclusivity in professional wrestling and how the Male Models aimed to entertain and connect with their LGBTQ fanbase.