WWE performer Chelsea Green is confirmed to make a cameo in the Canadian comedy series Hate The Player: The Ben Johnson Story, which dramatizes the events surrounding Ben Johnson’s doping scandal at the 1988 Olympic Games. The show is scheduled to premiere on March 26 on GameTV and will be available for streaming in Canada on March 27 through Paramount+.
Series Cast and Story Background
Shamier Anderson takes on the role of Ben Johnson, the Canadian sprinter whose Olympic gold medal was stripped due to a positive drug test in what is often called the most infamous race in sports history. The ensemble cast also features Ryan Belleville, Darryl Hinds, Lisa Horner, Emma Hunter, Suresh John, Jonathan Langdon, Gita Miller, Andrew Phung, Dewshane Williams, Leslie Adlam, and Arnold Pinnock. In addition to Green’s WWE cameo, Canadian NASCAR driver Amber Balcaen and figure skating champion Elvis Stojko make guest appearances.
Chelsea Green’s Current Health Status and WWE Activity
Green is presently recovering from an ankle injury that she suffered last month, involving a chipped and cracked bone. Despite this setback, she has continued to appear intermittently on WWE programming. In a recent interview with The Ghost of Hollywood, Green described the extent of her injury, noting the damage to her inner ankle bone.
Significance of the Series and Upcoming Release
The series revisits Ben Johnson’s rise and fall, highlighting the impact of doping controversies on sports history and public perception. Chelsea Green’s involvement adds a unique crossover element between professional wrestling and athletic storytelling, potentially attracting diverse viewer interest. As the series debuts, audiences can expect a blend of comedy and drama that explores the complexities of competition and scandal.
