Ron Simmons Wishes His Catchphrase Took Off Much Earlier in His Career

WWE Hall of Famer Ron Simmons wishes his famous catchphrase of “Damn!” took off much earlier in his career. If it had, he would’ve taken it easier throughout his run. During a recent interview with Denise Salcedo, the WWE Hall of Famer and former champion discussed how he never would’ve taken pile drivers if “Damn!” got over 35 years ago.

Ron Simmons said on the topic of his catchphrase (via Fightful), “I only wish it had taken off like 35 years ago because I never would have climbed to the top rope. I never would have taken power slams. I never would have taken pile drivers. I would have just walked out there and simply said, ‘Damn!'”

Ron Simmons was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame as part of the Class of 2012.