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Vince McMahon On Threats Over The Years: ‘I Don’t Know How Many Rivers I’m Supposed To Be At The Bottom Of’
Vince McMahon has heard the outside noise but does not let it get to him.
It is unfortunate but threats are common to those in a position of power, especially when they do not do something that the public likes. In the case of Vince McMahon, he created the WWE taking some of the top professional wrestlers from all over the sport and making one league. Since purchasing the WWWF from his father during the 80’s, McMahon has received plenty of death threats.
This is not surprising given the fact that McMahon has built the WWE into a multi-billion dollar corporation that does not seem to be slowing down anytime soon. McMahon, who’s net worth is $2.2 billion according to Forbes, has seen the threats and is unphased. He recently sat down with Pat McAfee and discussed this topic.
“I don’t know how many rivers I’m supposed to be at the bottom of,” McMahon said.
“Death threats are what they are. I always felt like if you can know off the president of the United States, I’m easy to get to. I’ve never had a bodyguard or any of that stuff.”
Vince McMahon explained that this was part of the territory for testing the system. He took a chance and combined professional wrestling leagues, which aggravated promoters, but it ended up turning into a massive success.
This did not stop the threats and Hall-of-Fame analyst Jim Ross even stumbled upon a conversation before his days with the company. Ross was in a bathroom stall when he overheard some men discussing how they were going to put a hit on McMahon.
“They were talking about how they were going to off me. ‘This guy knows this guy. I know a guy who can do this. This guy has done this. It was really impressive.’ They all know people, so they’re talking about who was going to off me,” McMahon explained.
“So imagine Jim Ross. He doesn’t give a shit about Vince McMahon. He’s thinking about himself. He’s on the throne. He hears this and thinks he’s gonna be an accessory to murder. He takes one foot, puts it on the seat. Takes the other one, puts it on the seat, so now they can’t see his feet below the stall. And of course, Mother Nature is calling at the same time.”
During the interview, Vince McMahon even offered Pat McAfee a match at Wrestlemania 38. This would come against McMahon’s protege Austin Theory. It is unknown if unknown if this is confirmed just yet but McMahon would kick off the feud between the two. Of course, McMahon knows a thing or two about stepping in the ring.
McMahon has not competed at Wrestlemania since his street fight against Bret Hart in 2010. It is unlikely that the 76-year-old will take on a huge role in the ring but he has been able to keep himself in tremendous shape over the years.
Vince McMahon is an owner who always has something up his sleeve. This is how he has been able to turn the WWE into a billion-dollar corporation. As for any outside noise or threats, it just comes with the territory.
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Former Pro Wrestler Jimmy Rave Passes Away at 39
Jimmy Rave struggled with drug addiction and this led to having both legs amputated.
Former professional wrestler James Michael Guffey, better known as Jimmy Rave, has passed away at the age of 39. Rave passed away on Sunday and his agent, Bill Behrens, made the announcement in a statement released on Monday. An official cause of death has not been released.
Ok this sucksKailah helped write it pic.twitter.com/WfY7v8uQ6g
— Bill Behrens (@WilliamBehrens) December 13, 2021
Rave began his wrestling career back in 1999 and it spawned more than two decades. During his career, Rave was a two-time NWA World Junior Heavyweight Champion. He appeared in Total Non-Stop Action Wrestling and on WWE’s Sunday Night Heat. Rave also made appearances with Dragon Gate Wrestling and New Japan Pro Wrestling.
Jimmy Rave enjoyed a long career as a professional wrestler. Outside of the ring, he served as the Director of the Bartow Count, Georgia Peer Support, Wellness and Respite Center for several years.
Rave had been struggling with drug addiction for many years. Because of this, he developed a MRSA infection and had to have both legs and one arm amputated. This happened back in October and Rave took to Twitter to speak on the issue.
“Apparently it’s time for me to come clean. This past June I began having trouble walking & went to my surgeon. He determined I had MRSA in both legs & they needed to be amputated immediately. Promoters can tell you along with my peers, I’ve had a history w/this and would cancel shows often due to this condition. I don’t know where rumors started this was due to something else, but I hadnt been to shows for so long. So where did someone see me do something? *I* have ALWAYS been honest with my past. *I* went on podcast n interviews being super candid,” Jimmy Rave wrote.
Apparently it’s time for me to come clean. This past June I began having trouble walking & went to my surgeon. He determined I had MRSA in both legs & they needed to be amputated immediately. Promoters can tell you along with my peers, I’ve had a history w/this and would cancel pic.twitter.com/OnU2LgrKQt
— Jimmy Rave (@TheJimmyRave) October 24, 2021
Jimmy Rave had a great passion for professional wrestling and that lasted until his death. He had a huge impact in the ring and was an influential voice, not just in wrestling, but outside as well. Generation Iron sends condolences to family and friends during this difficult time.
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3 Greatest Canadian Wrestlers of All Time
For over a century, Canada has held a special place in professional wrestling lore. From Dan McLeod defeating the great American wrestler Frank Gotch in 1899, to the founding of Stampede Wrestling by the legendary Stu Hart in Calgary in 1948, to the all-time greats still running the ropes […]
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Legendary Wrestler Bobby Eaton Has Passed Away at 62
Bobby Eaton was known as a incredible tag team wrestler that saw great success.
Legendary pro wrestler “Beautiful” Bobby Eaton passed away on Wednesday at the age of 62. The cause of death is unknown at this time.
Eaton’s sister, Debbie, took to Facebook to post the news of his death. Eaton was hospitalized in July after a fall that injured his hip and broke multiple fingers but it is unknown if this incident was connected to his death.
“I never wanted to have to post this ,but my Little Brother Beautiful Bobby Eaton passed away last night,” Debbie Eaton Lewis wrote on Facebook. When i find out all the details i will post them. Bobby was the kindest ,loving person you would ever meet . I loved him so much and going to miss him.”
Bobby Eaton made a name for himself as a tag team wrestler. He debuted at the age of 17 in NWA-Mid America before moving to the Continental Wrestling Association in 1980. As a member of Mid-south Wrestling, Eaton became a part of the Midnight Express, a tag team where e partnered with Dennis Condrey. This duo later moved to World Championship Wrestling, better known as WCW.
After a short hiatus from WCW, Eaton returned in 1993 and was a large figure in the company. After beginning to slow down in the ring, Eaton went to work for NWA-Mid Atlantic, where he helped form a new era of the Midnight Express. On October 23, 2015, Eaton wrestled his final match against Ricky Morton. This was a flashback to the legendary feud between the Midnight Express and Rock ‘n’ Roll Express.
Eaton enjoyed a nearly 40-year career that included six NWA-Mid America tag team championships along with three WCW tag team titles. He was inducted into the Pro Wrestling Hall of Fame in 2019.
Many pro wrestlers shared their condolences on social media and that includes Ric Flair.
“So Sad And Sorry To Hear About My Close Friend And One Of The All Time Greats, Bobby Eaton! Beautiful Bobby And The Midnight Express Were One Of The Greatest Tag Teams In The History Of The Business! Rest In Peace!”
So Sad And Sorry To Hear About My Close Friend And One Of The All Time Greats, Bobby Eaton! Beautiful Bobby And The Midnight Express Were One Of The Greatest Tag Teams In The History Of The Business! Rest In Peace! ?????? pic.twitter.com/DWTKeeL7wz
— Ric Flair® (@RicFlairNatrBoy) August 5, 2021
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Paul Orndorff, Known As WWE’s ‘Mr. Wonderful’ Passes Away At 71
Travis Orndorff, the son of ‘Mr. Wonderful’, made the announcement of his father’s passing on Instagram.
Paul Orndorff, known as ‘Mr. Wonderful’, has died at the age of 71. His son, Travis, made the announcement via Instagram on Monday afternoon.
Orndorff was suffering from dementia and they believe this was caused by constant blows to the head that resulted in chronic traumatic encephalopathy.
“It is with great sadness that I announce the passing of my father, Paul Parlette Orndorff Jr. . He is better known as “Mr. #1derful” Paul Orndorff. Most of you will remember him for his physique. Many will remember his intensity. But if I could only get you to understand and see his heart. He will always be Pop, Paw Paw, and Daddy at home. And as much as many of you hated him as a wrestler, he absolutely loved you for it. He was an amazing father that showed me more love than I ever deserved. I love you Daddy. “
Paul Orndorff was passionate about this cause. In 2016, he joined a class action suit against the WWE. This said that wrestlers suffered “long term neurological injuries.” The suit was dropped in 2018. Travis announced that a donation page is available in his Instagram bio for funeral expenses.
Paul Orndorff was born in Brandon, Florida and was a standout football player at the University of Tampa. He was drafted in the 12th round by the New Orleans Saints but never made it to the NFL. Orndorff joined the then WWF in 1983 and saw immediate success.
On January 23, 1984, Orndorff defeated Salvatore Bellomo and this quickly put him in the spotlight. Most famously, Orndorff had a feud with Hulk Hogan and the two even met during Wrestlemania I. Hogan and Mr. T defeated Orndorff and his manager, “Rowdy” Roddy Piper. Along with Hogan, Orndorff had other famous feuds with wrestlers such as Jerry Lawler, Ted Dibiase, and Jake “The Snake” Roberts.
Hogan took to Twitter to make a statement on the devastating news.
“Just got slammed with the Paul Orndorff news,” Hogan wrote on Twitter. “RIP, my brother. Love you and thank you for always making me fight for everything in our matches. Heaven just got even more Wonderful.”
Paul Orndorff briefly retired in 1988 after suffering an arm injury. He made a return to wrestling in 1990 when he began competing in WCW. He became the Television Champion in 1993 and was a two-time WCW Tag Team Champion along with Paul Roma.
After his wrestling days, Orndorff began training other competitors for WCW’s Power Plant. As a trainer, Orndorff had a hand in the success of stars such as Goldberg, Stacy Keibler, and Mark Jindrak.
Paul Orndorff enjoyed a successful career at the highest level and was one of the top stars in the WWE during his time.
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