I would have Santino drop the belt to someone who needs it, such as Damien Sandow or Tensai. However, that doesn't mean that I'm down on him.
In fact, saying that somebody doesn't need a title in order to be over is the ultimate compliment in wrestling. Most serious wrestling fans prefer serious wrestlers, but there is always going to be room for a comedy act or two. The Attitude Era is widely regarded by most as wrestling's golden age, and it was flooded with comedy characters such as the three faces of Foley, Val Venis, The Godfather, "Sexual Chocolate" Mark Henry and countless others.
Guys like Cena try to be funny nowadays, but they miss the mark much of time. All Santino has to do is speak in his fake Italian accent and he is naturally comical. Juicy Product was beginning to fade. I wanted more, not in a selfish way, but in the way of a life challenge.
I needed something else to push forward with and for. Hero was the man I idolized. I emulated him every way I could purely out of respect and admiration. Our first match was in Providence and was my first time main-eventing a star studded Beyond Wrestling show. Mentally and physically I felt better than ever. I was purely in love with life.
The first match with Hero ended via double knockout leading to a second match to be held under Last Man Standing rules.
These two matches again altered my professional career and helped bring me to a new level in the ranks of wrestling. When approached by Beyond Wrestling to come back, Hero stated he wanted to team with me and see if there was anything there. Never in my life did I think I would share the ring with Chris, let alone form a tag team with him. The respect level Chris has attained through his years of hard work assures that his stamp of approval means something.
Death By Elbow brought me into a level of wrestling elite that previously I had no clue existed. Death By Elbow solidified my name amongst the best in the world. We were able to go there and showcase what we can do. The World Tag Team League hosted by WXW in Germany is one of the most elite tournaments in the world, showcasing the best tag team talent from around the globe. Hero and I were invited to participate last year. No temptation to drink, no temptation to take pills because I was with my brother Chris Hero living my wildest dreams out.
Those experiences led me to round out with the achievement of over four years clean and sober. I then began a rivalry I never expected against Cody Rhodes. Cody wanted the absolute best after his WWE departure. I believed I could bring that fight like no other. We went on to battle for the What Culture Pro Wrestling Internet Championship which he just won in the United Kingdom knowing a lot of eyes were on this match.
After over 30 minutes in the ring with Cody, I was defeated via Cross Rhodes but felt like a winner. I brought the fight out of Cody. I earned his respect. I did that by myself.
No tag match. The rematch was immediately set for Limitless Wrestling on Jan. If it were not for my failures leading into I would have never grown to experience these moments. Beating addiction will always be my greatest accomplishment. Addiction is real and can consume the strongest. This has helped my progression throughout the last year and is a big motivator to share my story without the worry of being judged.
Being in control has led me around the world to work for some amazing companies. All of these companies allowed me the chance to grow and become a better person. This journey has allowed me to meet people from around the world and help those who can relate to my life. Professional wrestling saved my life, literally. I have learned life lessons while gaining life experiences because of wrestling. I now have a platform to speak where others will listen and with that platform I plan to continue on this path.
A path of positivity, aiding those in need and continuing to become the person my mother saw before any of this became my reality. She believed in me. Tina Dunn is still smiling. I wear her name because it gives me confidence, not in wrestling but in life. My mother told me with hard work I can grow up to become anything I want and she was absolutely correct. I grew up to be the inspiration for others that she was for me. I think there will be a big appetite for all things Snuka.
Grande is also the radio voice of the Boston Celtics, as well as an authority on all things pro wrestling. His connections in the business of professional wrestling run deep, and he is close both personally and professionally with Jim Ross, who often joins Grande on the air for Celtics games in Oklahoma City against the Thunder. How much prep goes into calling a match of this caliber?
But, no one can argue that the Cobra is over, the fans anticipate it, and it's all Santino's. The best WWE Superstars have gimmicks that are all their own. If a worker is too much like anyone else, then he or she will not be remembered for very long at all. His look, his accent, his mannerisms in the ring, everything about him makes him stand out from the rest of the locker room.
His portrayal of the lovable but ridiculously unaware buffoon is classic comedy at its finest. Unfortunately, in the all too serious world of pro wrestling fandom, we often do not see what's right in front of us. A guaranteed hit with kids and fans who want a break from the usual testosterone filled promo, Santino provides a laugh at just the right time.
This is another way in which a guy can stand out from the rest in terms of originality and what he can bring to the table. The way he mispronounces names, the well known cliches and catchphrases that Santino butchers at every turn, all in an effort to get a reaction from the crowd.
Instead of talking this one to death, I thought it best to just link up to a recent spot as an example. This was Santino at his finest. Every WWE Superstar needs a hook, a way to be taken seriously as a threat every time he or she is in the ring. One way often used for Rey Mysterio is the fact that virtually every time he steps through the ropes, he is automatically the underdog.
Everyone knows he's good in the ring, he's a veteran of many main event matches and a former World Champion. Modified 20 Sep Listicle. Marella also refused to believe in any of his own hype and never got caught up in his own ego. I wasn't one of the guys that had a massive ego and I think that was refreshing for some people - like a lot of the guys, I'm their wife's favorite or I'm their grandma's favorite because everyone's putting on that macho bad ass cool guy and this guy isn't even trying to do that.
He's just having fun and being silly. I think that's what made me stand out. Edited by Sai Teja. Sort by: Most popular Recent Most upvotes.
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