Across the span of wrestling history, there have been innumerable great visionaries, businessmen, and entertainers, but none of them have reached the same level as Vince McMahon. The Executive Chairman of WWE has revolutionized the business, during the Attitude Era. While he did not wrestle much he liked to switch things up occasionally. Because of this, he became the best heel of all time, becoming one of the most hated figures in wrestling history,
Vince McMahon was more like an authoritative figure, and he is not credited enough for making the organization so successful. However, one of the most controversial decisions of the Executive Chairman was when he did not stop the Over The Edge PPV in which Owen Hart died. Many have criticized this decision of Vince McMahon and recently WWE Hall of Famer Jake Roberts has criticized this decision.
Jake Roberts Lambasted Vince McMahon For His Unprofessional Decision
Owen Hart was one of the most renowned wrestlers, who showcased outstanding in-ring skills, and a charismatic personality, and entertained the masses. He had an iconic signature move, the sharpshooter, which he used in his matches, often leading to dramatic moments in the matches. Sadly, Hart had a tragic end to his career at the age of 33, when he fell from a height of 78 feet during the PPV event WWE Over the Edge.
The death of the former European Champion has marked a black stain in the history of professional wrestling and the company, because after the saddening loss PPV continued, leaving a horrible memory for The Hart Family. Fans and numerous wrestlers have slammed this decision of Vince McMahon. Recently, on the episode of The Snake Pit, Jake Roberts also criticized Vince McMahon, stating that a death in that ring should have stopped the match to show solidarity with the fallen performer.
“I think, yes, he should’ve stopped the PPV. A death in that ring should stop everything, just out of respect for the one that’s fallen.”
Since, WWE refused to show the basic dignity to the decorated wrestler, his widow, Dr. Martha Hart, cut ties with the company and pro wrestling. But the wrestling world did not forget his contribution as his wrestling legacy was revived by AEW and the Owen Hart Cup, presented in partnership with the Owen Hart Foundation, which was founded by Martha Hart.
WWE Mourns The Sudden Demise of Bray Wyatt
Paul “Triple H” Levesque announced the devastating news of the untimely passing of the talented wrestler Windham Rotunda, popularly known as Bray Wyatt. He tweeted that he got a call from WWE Hall of Famer Mike Rotunda who informed us of the tragic news and it was a massive emotional blow to everyone in the wrestling industry.
Just received a call from WWE Hall of Famer Mike Rotunda who informed us of the tragic news that our WWE family member for life Windham Rotunda – also known as Bray Wyatt – unexpectedly passed earlier today. Our thoughts are with his family and we ask that everyone respect their…
— Triple H (@TripleH) August 24, 2023
While the cause of the sudden death of the wrestler remained a mystery at first subsequent reports suggest that he died from a heart attack, possibly combined with other health problems, and complications linked to COVID-19. As a result, of this heartbreaking news, an outpouring of messages and prayers came in from fans and prominent WWE stars.
Though Wyatt had gone too soon, he left a lasting mark in the industry, as he became one of the best supernatural personas of WWE, even getting compared to The Deadman, The Undertaker. He had won both world championships twice, conquering both the WWE and Universal Championships. While his legacy was cemented in WWE, his absence would be felt by every wrestling fan.
Source: The Snake Pit
