Jim Ross Speaks On Matt Hardy, Godfather, Pillman, Undertaker, Tazz, More

Jim Ross has another new blog entry up. Highlights are below.

On the Matt Hardy/Edge/Lita situation: I think that sometimes life imitating art can get “too close to home” and that might have been the case with the Matt Hardy/Edge/Lita issue of some time back. I have great respect for all three individuals and felt badly for them at times with all the personal matters in their lives being made so public.

On The Godfather: The Godfather, aka Charles Wright, is living in Las Vegas with his family and managing multiple Gentlemen’s Clubs. Charles is doing really well and is a helluva guy, to be honest with you. I have played many hours of dominoes with Charles and try to get a game with him and his friends when I frequent Vegas.

On The Undertaker: I agree that without a doubt the Undertaker is one of the top “big men” of all time. Taker is on the “Andre level” when it comes to talent and being an attraction. However, Taker’s tenure may forge him ahead of any other big man ever in the business when all is said and done. Few men I have ever met in my 30+ years in the biz have earned the respect of The Undertaker. If I were to start a wrestling territory, and no, I am NOT thinking of such, and had to pick 3 talents to start the company; Taker would definitely be one of the three. For the record the other two will remain nameless for the time being.

On Tazz: Tazz stopped wrestling due to injuries, especially because of his neck issues. Tazz is having knee problems again as we speak and may need another surgery for that issue soon. I think Tazz had a magnificent debut in the WWE when he made Kurt Angle tap out at MSG, but for whatever reason, Tazz never seemed to have the opportunity to run with the ball in the WWE. I wish things had been different for him as I really enjoyed his in ring work.

On Brian Pillman: My memories of Brian Pillman would fill up a chapter or two in a book. Brian was a friend and a great athlete who over achieved his entire life but definitely had a pronounced, wild side. Brian processed great drive and determination, mental toughness, and had no fear of any situation. Brian was his own worst enemy in my view. Brian had a great mind for the business and his long term future, due to his severe injuries, especially his ankle, were as a broadcaster, producer, trainer, manager etc. After the Hummer wreck, Brian’s wrestling days essentially ended when he had to have his ankle fused. Brian was the life of the party and was very social to say the least. I loved him like a little brother and think of him virtually every day. I attended his wake with Vince McMahon in Cincinnati and it was like attending the services for a family member. I am happy that I was able to play a role in getting Brian hired at WCW from the Calgary territory and then helping facilitate bringing him to the WWE. I sure wish things had turned out differently for Brian, who would be a blast to be around if he were still with us.

On Mick Foley: Mick Foley is under contract with the WWE but I have no idea of the particulars nor would I express them if I did. I am happy to see Mick around anytime and wish he had a more frequently used role on TV. An emotionally invested Mick Foley can still be one of the game’s greatest assets.

Check out the full blog entry here.