An AEW personality recently described Brock Lesnar as “weird” during an interview, highlighting a tense shift in how some wrestling fans now view the legendary figures Brock Lesnar and The Undertaker. This comment came amid growing scrutiny over their personal controversies and changing roles in the WWE landscape.
Changing Perceptions Surrounding Brock Lesnar and The Undertaker
Brock Lesnar and The Undertaker have long been iconic names in professional wrestling, but in recent years their public images have been complicated by off-ring issues. The Undertaker has faced criticism for his political affiliations, while Brock Lesnar became part of a sexual harassment lawsuit involving Vince McMahon and Janel Grant, bringing additional attention to his reputation. These developments have caused some fans to reconsider their admiration for these WWE Hall of Famers.
RJ City, an AEW figure, alluded to this changing perception while interviewing wrestler Alex Windsor on the Hey!(EW) show. RJ recalled Windsor’s first remembered match, which featured Lesnar defeating The Undertaker, remarking on the contrast between Windsor’s current television presence and Lesnar and The Undertaker now being seen as “weird.”
“You said the first match you remember is when Brock Lesnar beat The Undertaker. Isn’t that so nice? That full circle of now you’re on TV and then they’re weird people.”
—RJ City, AEW Personality
Brock Lesnar’s Recent WWE Comeback and The Undertaker’s Evolving Role
Brock Lesnar was absent from WWE programming for several months following his implication in the 2024 lawsuit involving Janel Grant and Vince McMahon. He made a surprising return at this year’s SummerSlam, attacking John Cena in a shocking moment that reignited his in-ring presence. Lesnar appeared again recently on SmackDown, launching assaults on both Cena and Sami Zayn, which has since set up a confirmed match at the upcoming Wrestlepalooza event.
Meanwhile, The Undertaker has retired from active competition and shifted his focus to mentoring younger talent. He serves as a coach at WWE’s LFG, and rumors suggest he may also be involved behind the scenes with Lucha Libre AAA. Fan favorite Mr. Iguana recently confirmed seeing The Undertaker backstage monitoring events, underscoring his ongoing backstage influence.
Significance of These Developments for Wrestling Fans
The contrasting paths of Brock Lesnar and The Undertaker illustrate the evolving nature of wrestling careers amid personal controversies and organizational changes. Lesnar’s return to the ring at major events like SummerSlam and Wrestlepalooza signals that he remains a key WWE attraction despite recent issues. At the same time, The Undertaker’s transition to coaching and backstage roles highlights how veteran stars are influencing wrestling beyond their in-ring careers.
This shift in public perception, emphasized by comments from AEW’s RJ City, reflects a larger tension within the wrestling community where admiration for legendary performers must be balanced with awareness of their off-screen conduct. Fans will be watching closely as both Lesnar and The Undertaker continue to shape WWE’s future in very different ways.
