inkboy83
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Post by inkboy83 on Aug 15, 2013 23:25:46 GMT -5
I hope WWE doesn't exploit this and make Darren into a "Heel-Gay" persona like Goldust, Rico and Billy & Chuck. They were entertaining to an extent but its been done before. I like the PTP and would like to see the team evolve from here.
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Post by Thick Justice on Aug 16, 2013 0:08:28 GMT -5
I hope that they give him a big push. However I've been hoping for that since the prime time players left nxt. The duo is talented in the ring and on the mic. My religion aside, it must have been hard for him to do. However with the public eye on it, WWE can't fire him, infact if they don't push him to atleast being on TV in the mid card it's going to get them negative press. Which I am all for as whether he is gay or not he's a fantastic talent and one of the most deserving of a push.
The thing is in this day it often gets you movie parts and other things to come out. I mean in this age the majority in the US and Europe accept it. Infact I'd say there is a large portion that go beyond that and think of it as making them different. I mean they put them on a pedestal. I understand it is worrysome for them to come out. However as of like last year it shouldn't be as worrysome unless you live in a rural area. I mean you don't see this kind of congratulations going on to long time druggies or alcoholics taking a serious check into rehab or making strides. If Darren Young is making headlines worldwide for this, then Jake Roberts and Scott Hall should be making headlines worldwide for being sober as long as they have, and losing weight.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 16, 2013 1:42:00 GMT -5
Much respect for Darren for coming out.
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Post by Mr. McCluer on Aug 16, 2013 2:03:39 GMT -5
This all seems too easy. Like that TMZ guy asked him a very "random" question. Good for him though. Do you Darren,do you.
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Rob Furious
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Post by Rob Furious on Aug 16, 2013 4:21:19 GMT -5
Darren flew into LA last night, and made the statement to TMZ. Several hours later The Today Show contacted World Wrestling Entertainment to request an interview with Darren Young. WWE immediately booked Darren on a plane to NYC where he will appear on The Today Show this morning to talk about his coming out and promote WWE's SummerSlam Pay-Per-View event this Sunday night.
As far as anyone who thinks this seemed "too easy" or anything like that. This is a hot button topic in sports right now because of what is going on in Russia and The Olympics plus recently an NBA player came out as Gay. TMZ asks this questions to any sports star they come in contact with. I think they just happened on the right guy at the exact right time.
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Post by King Silva on Aug 16, 2013 5:55:08 GMT -5
John Cena just learned that Darren Young came out as the first openly gay WWE superstar ... and Cena tells TMZ he couldn't be happier for the guy. "Oh wonderful," Cena said ... "I know Darren personally. Darren's a great guy. That's a very bold move for him. And congratulations for him for actually finally doing it." Cena says he's proud of his friend ... especially because he has a brother who is gay and he knows how tough it can be to come out. As for the WWE, Cena says he doesn't think the organization will care one way or the other -- and that's a good thing. "For us, it's entertainment ... and if you're entertaining you shouldn't be judged by race, creed, color or sexuality ... as long as you're entertaining." www.tmz.com/2013/08/15/john-cena-darren-young-gay-support-wwe/#ixzz2c81SSKy9Visit Fishwrapper: www.fishwrapper.com^ Link has the video you can see [Nikki Bella cameo too]..
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Post by joesgonnakillu on Aug 16, 2013 12:03:49 GMT -5
i think they set that up with tmz. too coincidental This is Vince were talking about. The man that wanted HHH & Steph's legit wedding in a stadium in PPV (according to Steph). With WWE's be a star and the press his reveal has been getting, Vince is probably pissed he didn't do it on RAW.
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Post by Flair Forever on Aug 16, 2013 13:35:24 GMT -5
So they probably will give him a bit of a push, now - otherwise it'll seem like they're burying him (which they probably have been - but not due to his sexuality, buy I would blame his sub-par mic skills)....
However.... if he gets a push, who knows - does anyone think Pancake's nephew Dar-ron could be our first openly gay World Champion?
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Post by 0,Y on Aug 16, 2013 14:06:03 GMT -5
he's been confirmed for WWE 2K14 already while the bigger part of the modern roster will be revealed in the near future. Take that for what you will.
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Post by jb38 on Aug 16, 2013 15:50:45 GMT -5
The Bible says it is an abomination, so it is very sad that Darren Young and those in that group are lost. Hopefully he will realize that it is a great sin and repent.I do not hate any particular group, just pray for them. Condoning it is a sin as well.Our nation and world is in trouble.Judgement Day is coming and I don't mean some silly pay-per-view either.Wake up World before God wakes you up.
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Post by Dan. on Aug 16, 2013 15:59:13 GMT -5
major respect for coming out openly. but i think wwe might go too p.c. and give him a push as a result :/
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Post by East Coast on Aug 16, 2013 16:03:12 GMT -5
i'm just happy they announced he was in the new videogame. Bout time. He's been on the roster long enough
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Post by Deleted on Aug 16, 2013 16:04:03 GMT -5
I don't think WWE should just push him into an IC or US Title match right away. With this exposure of Darren coming out, just have him and Titus become permanent spots on Raw and Smackdown and give them time to engage the audience. Then would be the right time to put him into an IC, US, or Tag Title program.
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Post by slappy on Aug 16, 2013 16:46:23 GMT -5
The Bible says it is an abomination, so it is very sad that Darren Young and those in that group are lost. Hopefully he will realize that it is a great sin and repent.I do not hate any particular group, just pray for them. Condoning it is a sin as well.Our nation and world is in trouble.Judgement Day is coming and I don't mean some silly pay-per-view either.Wake up World before God wakes you up. I'm not lost. I know exactly where I am.
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Post by /X Metal Sorenges x "Mac Oh J~ on Aug 16, 2013 17:03:31 GMT -5
For people don't get why this is a big deal, we live in a world where people are forced to hide who they really are and are made to think they are worthless because of feelings they have no control over. Even in the US they are told they can't have the same rights and it's beaten into their heads that it's wrong. Some people are disowned by their families when they come out. In other countries it's even worse and people can be put to death for it. Anyone who is willing to be open, especially in a public capacity where you can possibly be an inspiration to others is a big deal. That said,I'm betting most people in WWE already knew. Especially people he is close to. Either way, it's good to see he's happy, which is always the most important thing. I doubt this will change much for his career, other than speaking at more BA Star rallies, which is a positive thing. Of course, I'd like to see PTP get a push, but that was true before this and has nothing to do with sexuality. I just hope WWE doesn't try and make it a gimmick or storyline as it would be a disservice to everyone involved. I also want to say that I'm happy most of the comments here were positive. Good job Wfigs Very well spoken, I agree completely.
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Post by noir on Aug 16, 2013 17:07:35 GMT -5
The Bible says it is an abomination, so it is very sad that Darren Young and those in that group are lost. Hopefully he will realize that it is a great sin and repent.I do not hate any particular group, just pray for them. Condoning it is a sin as well.Our nation and world is in trouble.Judgement Day is coming and I don't mean some silly pay-per-view either.Wake up World before God wakes you up. Pathetic. I honestly feel sorry for you.
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Post by alexgg on Aug 16, 2013 17:11:22 GMT -5
For people don't get why this is a big deal, we live in a world where people are forced to hide who they really are and are made to think they are worthless because of feelings they have no control over. Even in the US they are told they can't have the same rights and it's beaten into their heads that it's wrong. Some people are disowned by their families when they come out. In other countries it's even worse and people can be put to death for it. Anyone who is willing to be open, especially in a public capacity where you can possibly be an inspiration to others is a big deal. That said,I'm betting most people in WWE already knew. Especially people he is close to.
Either way, it's good to see he's happy, which is always the most important thing. I doubt this will change much for his career, other than speaking at more BA Star rallies, which is a positive thing. Of course, I'd like to see PTP get a push, but that was true before this and has nothing to do with sexuality. I just hope WWE doesn't try and make it a gimmick or storyline as it would be a disservice to everyone involved.
I also want to say that I'm happy most of the comments here were positive. Good job Wfigs Yeah, I wasn't thinking of it as being that big of a deal until I saw this: The Bible says it is an abomination, so it is very sad that Darren Young and those in that group are lost. Hopefully he will realize that it is a great sin and repent.I do not hate any particular group, just pray for them. Condoning it is a sin as well.Our nation and world is in trouble.Judgement Day is coming and I don't mean some silly pay-per-view either.Wake up World before God wakes you up. and this from a friend on Facebook."Wtf my god no wrestle going fight him in case he try's to finger them while there fighting" Two sides of homophobic attitudes. I'm quite shocked frankly. It's sad.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 16, 2013 19:15:58 GMT -5
The Bible says it is an abomination, so it is very sad that Darren Young and those in that group are lost. Hopefully he will realize that it is a great sin and repent.I do not hate any particular group, just pray for them. Condoning it is a sin as well.Our nation and world is in trouble.Judgement Day is coming and I don't mean some silly pay-per-view either.Wake up World before God wakes you up. It also says Shellfish is an abomination too. So......But really...this is coming from the God of the Bible who massacres those that do not believe in him by having babies murdered etc. That allows women to be raped etc. That the righteous one LOT, had sex with his own daughters. The man would be in jail today but in the Bible HE IS THE RIGHTEOUS one! Hilarious! I used to belong to a cult so I know what the bible teaches. I am over it. My mind is free now. I am free from the mythology of the bible. And what about Psalms 11:5 dear sir? The man that loves violence my soul truly hates....Um wrestling is choreographed violence. Oops....But let's pick out a random scripture about homosexuality...which if I recall if it WERE such a big no no wouldn't Jesus himself say anything about it? Yeah, Jesus NEVER even mentions it....Ooops again.
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Post by OYDK? on Aug 16, 2013 19:23:39 GMT -5
The Bible says it is an abomination, so it is very sad that Darren Young and those in that group are lost. Hopefully he will realize that it is a great sin and repent.I do not hate any particular group, just pray for them. Condoning it is a sin as well.Our nation and world is in trouble.Judgement Day is coming and I don't mean some silly pay-per-view either.Wake up World before God wakes you up. I'd rather be an abomination than a bigot.
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Post by Barney Stinson on Aug 16, 2013 19:54:17 GMT -5
I don't think WWE will exploit this. My guess is that WWE shows a video package at Summerslam of Darren coming out, clips from TMZ, Be A Star and the Today Show. Then the commentators will say something brief about it, about how the company supports him, etc. and it will be back to business as usual.
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