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Post by The Yes Man on Feb 4, 2017 23:37:03 GMT -5
It all depends on the person really, as well as your approach. If you're 100% respectful and they have the time and went busy, the majority of wrestlers are cool. If you're a dick or they're busy, depending on the wrestlers attitude they can vary from "Sorry, not now" to " off, Mark." I've only met wrestlers in signings, so I'm not speaking from experience, I'm speaking from human common sense. The coolest guys I've met at signings are Roderick Strong, Adam Cole, Cheeseburger, and American Alpha. Cole and Gable are hilarious.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 5, 2017 10:06:13 GMT -5
Randy Orton does care about his fans The last signing he was at he stayed a extra hour so everyone got a autograph. Never judge anyone by meeting them at a airport, gym ,hotel etc These guys hardly get any sleep they have to find gyms hotels make sure they are not late for a show etc
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Post by Deleted on Feb 5, 2017 11:00:31 GMT -5
Sasha Banks doesn't
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Post by K5 on Feb 5, 2017 11:36:34 GMT -5
they're human beings so it varies per individual.
i know with the amount of travel they do, i'd be burnt out at times with the fans if i was in that position.
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Post by torriefan4life on Feb 5, 2017 12:41:09 GMT -5
I think most do like their fans.
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Post by ☂SupeRain on Feb 5, 2017 13:08:17 GMT -5
In Japan, from what I saw. Yes. Very much so. Only went to a BJW show but once it was over, the majority of the stars headed outside to sell merch and chill out with fans. If they weren't so nice and open to conversation, then I would just assume it's acting to sell what they are putting out. But no, covered in blood and cuts, open to talk about anything gave the impressive they do give a f*ck and quite a big one at that.
With experience of western stars?. None. I know as much as the next guy I guess. Jericho seems appreciative alongside Foley and HBK. Sasha, Punk, Orton all seem to get the worst rep when it comes to fan stories. I feel wrestlers should have respect for the fans who essentially make them. When you go to a event which is specifically designed to to appreciate them, they SHOULD do the same. If you out of your way to pester them, make money off them and the like then sh*t, I'd be mad too. If you shout them out and tell them something which could just make them smile, thats fine and if they respond poorly then thats on them. Asking for a picture, autograph or anything which requires them to make the effort they do not have to then maybe it's a little too much to ask for. Outright pushing for things is just wrong. You can act starstuck but if you don't respect them doing what they have to on a daily basis, the likelihood is no, they shall not like you.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 5, 2017 17:17:08 GMT -5
In Japan, from what I saw. Yes. Very much so. Only went to a BJW show but once it was over, the majority of the stars headed outside to sell merch and chill out with fans. If they weren't so nice and open to conversation, then I would just assume it's acting to sell what they are putting out. But no, covered in blood and cuts, open to talk about anything gave the impressive they do give a f*ck and quite a big one at that. With experience of western stars?. None. I know as much as the next guy I guess. Jericho seems appreciative alongside Foley and HBK. Sasha, Punk, Orton all seem to get the worst rep when it comes to fan stories. I feel wrestlers should have respect for the fans who essentially make them. When you go to a event which is specifically designed to to appreciate them, they SHOULD do the same. If you out of your way to pester them, make money off them and the like then sh*t, I'd be mad too. If you shout them out and tell them something which could just make them smile, thats fine and if they respond poorly then thats on them. Asking for a picture, autograph or anything which requires them to make the effort they do not have to then maybe it's a little too much to ask for. Outright pushing for things is just wrong. You can act starstuck but if you don't respect them doing what they have to on a daily basis, the likelihood is no, they shall not like you. It's only rude people that give Orton a bad rep Loads of respectful fans have said Ortons nice
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Post by IRS on Feb 5, 2017 17:22:28 GMT -5
In Japan, from what I saw. Yes. Very much so. Only went to a BJW show but once it was over, the majority of the stars headed outside to sell merch and chill out with fans. If they weren't so nice and open to conversation, then I would just assume it's acting to sell what they are putting out. But no, covered in blood and cuts, open to talk about anything gave the impressive they do give a f*ck and quite a big one at that. With experience of western stars?. None. I know as much as the next guy I guess. Jericho seems appreciative alongside Foley and HBK. Sasha, Punk, Orton all seem to get the worst rep when it comes to fan stories. I feel wrestlers should have respect for the fans who essentially make them. When you go to a event which is specifically designed to to appreciate them, they SHOULD do the same. If you out of your way to pester them, make money off them and the like then sh*t, I'd be mad too. If you shout them out and tell them something which could just make them smile, thats fine and if they respond poorly then thats on them. Asking for a picture, autograph or anything which requires them to make the effort they do not have to then maybe it's a little too much to ask for. Outright pushing for things is just wrong. You can act starstuck but if you don't respect them doing what they have to on a daily basis, the likelihood is no, they shall not like you. It's only rude people that give Orton a bad rep Loads of respectful fans have said Ortons nice It's no secret that Orton was a dick in his younger years. He's obviously matured, but I don't think it should shock anyone if fans had poor experiences, without them being the reason.
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Post by Brad on Feb 5, 2017 17:46:51 GMT -5
Keep seeing this in here. Anyone have stories to back that up?
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Post by theoutlaw1999 on Feb 5, 2017 17:56:29 GMT -5
Keep seeing this in here. Anyone have stories to back that up? Apparently at RSF last year she refused handshakes while everyone else allowed them and I have never heard one good fan experience with her. I used to be a big fan of hers but those stories have put me right off.
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Post by Rude Awakening on Feb 5, 2017 18:03:04 GMT -5
Do fans even like their wrestlers?
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Post by Deleted on Feb 5, 2017 18:09:16 GMT -5
It's only rude people that give Orton a bad rep Loads of respectful fans have said Ortons nice It's no secret that Orton was a dick in his younger years. He's obviously matured, but I don't think it should shock anyone if fans had poor experiences, without them being the reason. I'm talking about from 2009 till now Ortons been good with respectful fans who meet him at signings , I'm not talking about the people who thinks its ok to meet him at airports hotels gym etc that's just creepy IMO
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Post by theoutlaw1999 on Feb 5, 2017 18:14:42 GMT -5
Do fans even like their wrestlers? Only until they win the title.
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Post by TheLastDude on Feb 5, 2017 18:15:26 GMT -5
Picture it:
You've just wrestled a grueling match. You get a shower, you get dressed, you drive to the airport and board a plane to the next town. All you want to do is get something to eat and lay down and get some sleep before doing it all over again.
But wait...who's that blocking your path to baggage claim? Some Heywood with a suitcase full of wrestling figures that he wants you to sign.
And he has now attracted attention to you, so others are started to sidle on over to get a selfie or an autograph. Meanwhile you're starving, exhausted, and just got off a two, three, maybe four hour flight.
Think about it.
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Post by Rude Awakening on Feb 5, 2017 18:15:32 GMT -5
Do fans even like their wrestlers? Only until they win the title. and they turn on them a month into the run
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Post by Brad on Feb 5, 2017 18:17:44 GMT -5
Keep seeing this in here. Anyone have stories to back that up? Apparently at RSF last year she refused handshakes while everyone else allowed them and I have never heard one good fan experience with her. I used to be a big fan of hers but those stories have put me right off. That's disappointing to hear.
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Post by ☂SupeRain on Feb 5, 2017 18:22:25 GMT -5
It's only rude people that give Orton a bad rep Loads of respectful fans have said Ortons nice It's no secret that Orton was a dick in his younger years. He's obviously matured, but I don't think it should shock anyone if fans had poor experiences, without them being the reason. Exactly. Experiences with wrestlers is how you make them. You act like a d*ck, you gonna' be treated like one. You act like you respect them and the boundaries they request, you gonna' have a good time.
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Post by King Bálor (CM)™ on Feb 5, 2017 23:59:00 GMT -5
Randy Orton does care about his fans The last signing he was at he stayed a extra hour so everyone got a autograph. Never judge anyone by meeting them at a airport, gym ,hotel etc These guys hardly get any sleep they have to find gyms hotels make sure they are not late for a show etc Judging them by an official signing is worthless. They are being PAID to be nice. Hell, even then...some of them are pricks. Picture it: You've just wrestled a grueling match. You get a shower, you get dressed, you drive to the airport and board a plane to the next town. All you want to do is get something to eat and lay down and get some sleep before doing it all over again. But wait...who's that blocking your path to baggage claim? Some Heywood with a suitcase full of wrestling figures that he wants you to sign. And he has now attracted attention to you, so others are started to sidle on over to get a selfie or an autograph. Meanwhile you're starving, exhausted, and just got off a two, three, maybe four hour flight. Think about it. 100% right. I get off the plane and being on a WWE schedule....I want to get my bags, head to the hotel or the arena. BUT...if there are fans who would like autographs, while I wait the 20 or so minutes for my bags, I'd be HAPPY to sign. And not just for the fan....for MYSELF. Those actions figures you mentioned....I get a cut. Those promos bought...I get a cut. Every time someone buys a ticket...I get a cut. Wrestlers have TONS of ways to draw money...even AFTER their WWE career is over. The more you increase your brand, IE Zack Ryder with his original internet show, the more money opportunities that can be made. After his internet show became a hit, TONS of Zack merchandise started to hit WWEShop. Its not a coincidence. He appealed to a paying fan base and that fan base responded. The more likeable one is....whether thats due to in ring performance or in person experience or whatever...the more money they will sink into your brand, which equals better for you. I dont care how tired I am or how hungry I am. I still gotta wait for my bags. Im not saying I would hang out all day or sign an entire suitcase full of figures. But if someone wants to meet me that bad...I got a few seconds for them.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 6, 2017 12:04:16 GMT -5
My attitude: they're only wrestlers.
They're moderately famous, so what? I know a few, spent time at bars with guys who I grew up idolising... but they're still only wrestlers. I'm older, wiser, I realise these guys did a lot for my entertainment when I was 8-12yrs old.. Just because I have respect for what they did in a certain field of life doesn't give me divine right, as a fan of said field, to hassle them when they're enjoying downtime. Regardless of how far I've travelled, how much of their merch I own or how many tickets I've bought.
How hard is it to spend time around someone without mentioning their profession past initial exchanges? Pretty easy.
It doesn't stop them from pissed that some overexcited fan just spilled rum all over their friend at the bar. Or if a wrestler is using a 5 min waiting time at the airport to txt or call the family, and they appear slightly cold or unreceptive towards you while you're hassling them for a selfie, are you really surprised? They're still entitled to tell you to get lost if they can't be arsed to be hassled.
They owe you nothing. People are a**holes and that includes wrestlers, for what it's worth 99% of WWE wrestlers are usually great at PR... But if you really think they all have this humble respectful "we couldnt do it without 'em!" view towards fans behind closed doors, frankly your view of celebrity culture in general is skewed.. and you should probably stop buying into the kayfabe machine.
When you read these lame fans who claim to be 'connected', but then flame a wrestler online for being harsh towards a fan in public for whatever reason, the values within their own lives become pretty transparent.
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Post by bigraj on Feb 7, 2017 10:12:22 GMT -5
Some like the fans, others don't. I don't care either way. These men and women are risking their lives to entertain me, even if the entertainment aspect is secondary to the money (or something else) in their eyes. I don't give a sh*t whether or not Lesnar, Cena, Charlotte, Sascha, etc. wouldn't give the time of day. They don't owe me a damned thing.
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