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Post by Grumpyoldman on Feb 3, 2017 22:26:43 GMT -5
It all depends on what kind of day they're having.
Think about it- What if John Cena wakes up one day & he's got a bad ear infection & a toothache. Then he notices his ceiling leaks & his basement is flooded. Then he finds out his driver's license has expired & he can't find his cell phone. And when some kid sees him & wants an autograph, he has to forget all his troubles for a few minutes to make the kid happy, not wanting the kid to be disappointed by saying "No, kid. Not today.".
But deep inside, he just wants to be left alone. But he can't because he's a "good guy".
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Post by Funk The Revival on Feb 3, 2017 22:38:56 GMT -5
Think it just depends on the fan. Some people are just abnormally rude whether it's through being overwhelmed, unaware of social etiquette or they're rude people in general. I can see why wrestlers would be portrayed as horrible when they react to these people but I think you've gotta see it from their perspective too.
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Post by BROKEN on Feb 3, 2017 22:42:19 GMT -5
I don't care. I like wrestling.
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Post by The Mask of Truth on Feb 3, 2017 23:59:18 GMT -5
They hate everyone. Especially Wfigs members obsessed with The Shield..
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Post by AxelSmackdown on Feb 4, 2017 2:48:00 GMT -5
It might just depend on what's going on that day, how the fans act/treat them, etc. If they're ever rude it might mostly be them having a bad day, being treated badly, and/or them being hounded when they want to be in peace. I might can understand getting mad when you want peace but are getting hounded for an autograph. Be cool around them and maybe they'll be cool around you.
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Post by King Bálor (CM)™ on Feb 4, 2017 2:49:18 GMT -5
I think the majority don't. No matter what you call it, wrestling is their job and when they are done doing their job, they just want to be left alone. Think about it, you work wherever and when you do home or out, do you want people running after you asking you questions about your work? Sure wrestlers need to realize that they are famous people and it goes with the territory. But I think if given the wish, anyone on the full time roster would love to have nothing to do with "fans". Many are jerks when you meet them in real life situations and while there are better ways to handle things, they have every right not wanting to talk to a fan or take pictures. I'd say 85-90% are super appreciative of their fans. As someone who has met quite a number of them, some of the over the top nice things they have done or said is crazy. There is a small select few who just either dont care about fans or think that fans arent responsible for their paychecks. Here is where fans don't understand how reality works and then wrestlers get a bad reputation for no reason. If Randy Orton is doing an autograph signing, he's there for the purpose of fan interaction, taking photos, signing stuff, etc. If he's at a restaurant with his family and you run up to the table with a stack of crap for him to sign or ask for a picture while he's got food in his mouth, he's got every right to be mad and rude to you because you're being a douche with no respect, or social boundaries. I met Sting back in November at an AUTOGRAPH SIGNING. He was there to meet fans. He was the nicest guy. He loved meeting the fans, thought it was so cool that my dad and I were such big fans and came together, he talked to us about wanting to fight Undertaker,...coolest expirience. That's why he came, and he wanted to meet the fans. I wouldn't go bother Sting in church, while he's eating, or in the gym. That's his personal time. Fans need to respect the privacy of the wrestlers more. At a signing like that, you are going to get their best showing almost every single time. They are being paid to be there. Its part of their job. If you want to really get an idea of whether a wrestler cares....try catching them when they ARE NOT on the clock. Its just like us. For example...Wfigs member X works at a retail store. When a customer comes in and member X is working and this customer has a question about a product or where something is located, member X will usually be as nice as possible. Its their job. But how is member X after he is off the clock? Lets say the same customer comes back next week and member X has swung in to get his paycheck and the customer spots him and remembers him from the previous week and has some follow up questions. Does member X stop to help? Does he tell the customer he is not on the clock and direct him towards another staff member? Or does he just completely ignore the customer and continues with his day?
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Post by Patrick Bateman (original) on Feb 4, 2017 4:24:49 GMT -5
He may get a lot of hate, but Hulk Hogan, honestly is great to his fans.
Others that love there fans (from my dealings with them) are Edge, and RVD.
Scott Steiner I think is very jaded and would prefer not to be around his fans.
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Post by ahunter8056 on Feb 4, 2017 6:08:23 GMT -5
As others have said, it depends entirely both on the individual wrestler, and the situation.
From the only wrestler I ever met, I can honestly 100% say that Ultimate Warrior really did genuinely care about his fans. He was an absolutely wonderful person to meet.
I've seen plenty of members on here say that Sasha Banks is rude and doesn't care. But from following her on Twitter, I get the impression that she does care. I think the situations in which the bad experiences came from had more to it. I prefer to give her the benefit of the doubt and hope to one day see for myself.
If you try to interrupt someone while they're at an airport or eating at a restaurant or busy, then I completely understand their "rude" behaviour. There are so many fans who don't respect personal privacy or boundaries.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 4, 2017 10:06:20 GMT -5
If it is an autograph signing, then they should be nice. If they are eating, at the gym, etc, and they are in a bad mood, then I don't blame them.
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Post by Cane Dewey Riley on Feb 4, 2017 10:47:14 GMT -5
Asuka is obsessed with American pop culture and I am an American, so... I kind of think she likes me. Why? What have you heard? Do you know if she likes me-likes me?
In all fairness though, I bought all of her merch and she retweeted it, as if to say "Thanks", so there's that.
I think if I ever met Asuka at an autograph signing I'd ask her on a date. And then she'd kick my head off. So I'm going to say... Maybe?
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Post by Deleted on Feb 4, 2017 10:53:26 GMT -5
Asuka is obsessed with American pop culture and I am an American, so... I kind of think she likes me. Why? What have you heard? Do you know if she likes me-likes me? In all fairness though, I bought all of her merch and she retweeted it, as if to say "Thanks", so there's that. I think if I ever met Asuka at an autograph signing I'd ask her on a date. And then she'd kick my head off. So I'm going to say... Maybe? I read through the dirt sheets that she is in love with you. Meltzer reported it.
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Post by tylerbreezee on Feb 4, 2017 15:57:13 GMT -5
Yes, I Zack Ryder hate all my fans. Sry not sry.
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Post by ~ Cymru ~ on Feb 4, 2017 16:32:04 GMT -5
It would annoy me if I kept getting hassled by fans say if I was out shopping or trying to get some place on time.
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Post by Word™ on Feb 4, 2017 16:33:33 GMT -5
I guess it varies on a person-to-person basis. What type of fans are we talking about here? Ceiling? Oscillating? Standing? Window mounted? This is an underrated comment.
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Post by Word™ on Feb 4, 2017 16:36:27 GMT -5
I met up with some wrestlers at Gold's Gym back in the day.. Some of them were less than friendly but the ones that really mattered were great with fans.
The Rock and Kurt Angle in particular were hands down the nicest guys I ever met.. Ivory was pretty awesome as well.
When I say The Rock went out of his way for everyone I truly mean that that guy went out of his way, above AND beyond for anyone and everyone that wanted to meet him.
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Post by JC Motors on Feb 4, 2017 16:44:16 GMT -5
Back in the day if you asked Sgt. Slaughter for an autograph he'd call you a maggot and a puke and tell you to drop and give him 20. If a wrestler did that nowadays it would be all over social media and they would be called rude, a jerk and every other name under the sun. And they would ask WWE for an apology
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Post by PJ on Feb 4, 2017 16:55:48 GMT -5
I personally haven't met many. But when I met Matt Striker he was the nicest guy in the world. We BS'ed for ten plus minutes. He invited me to a show semi near by that he would be attending. Wish I would have went. Unlike when I met Piper, I didn't have to pay him for his time. We just talked about the WWE from his perspective. Super cool guy. Weak handshake though. Seriously... it was abnormally weak. Roddy? Really? When I met him his handshake wasn't a vicegrip, but it was firm. Actually it was a two handed shake. The one gripped with his other hand on the back of my hand.
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Post by ~*Young $ Money*~ on Feb 4, 2017 17:40:34 GMT -5
It depends on the settings. They are normal people and like to be treated as so when they are out. I have hung out with rather well known TNA stars and went to eat with them. When no one noticed them it was awesome and they enjoyed themselves. The one time the waiter was a fan and it made it a bit weird. They just wanted to sit and relax after their show. They always appreciate their fans though. It's just a lot to take in. Not everyone likes the spotlight or being so known. Some people are quiet and don't know how to handle it.
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Post by marino13 on Feb 4, 2017 17:55:44 GMT -5
I personally haven't met many. But when I met Matt Striker he was the nicest guy in the world. We BS'ed for ten plus minutes. He invited me to a show semi near by that he would be attending. Wish I would have went. Unlike when I met Piper, I didn't have to pay him for his time. We just talked about the WWE from his perspective. Super cool guy. Weak handshake though. Seriously... it was abnormally weak. Roddy? Really? When I met him his handshake wasn't a vicegrip, but it was firm. Actually it was a two handed shake. The one gripped with his other hand on the back of my hand. No, sorry, Striker had the weak handshake. Piper was awesome. He pulled me in close for a photo (that I ruined) and told me I looked good. Very nice and friendly. I thanked him and told him how big of a fan I was. He smiled and gave me a thank you nod. I'm thankful I took the time and spent the money to met him.
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Post by Irish Wrestling Entertainment on Feb 4, 2017 23:12:52 GMT -5
this reminds me of the time i met big show. let's just say it was a "big show" How so, if you don't mind me asking? I've spoken to Show a few times.. once for 5-10 minutes. Always seemed one of the best blokes on the roster. I have heard stories, though.
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