Vince Russo, the former head writer for WCW and WWE, recently surprised wrestling fans by declaring himself a fan of AEW president Tony Khan. During a recent appearance on the Two Man Power Trip podcast, Russo dispelled the common belief that he harbors negativity toward Khan and AEW, explaining that he no longer watches AEW shows and has no issue with Khan personally.
Russo Clarifies His Position on AEW and Tony Khan
Russo began by addressing the misconception that he regularly criticizes AEW. He stated clearly that he has avoided watching AEW content for over five years, which means he does not offer critiques of the product.
“First of all, bro, I have not watched one single AEW show in over five years. I do not critique anything I don’t watch. If I don’t watch it, I ain’t going to critique it. I didn’t watch it.”
He went on to explain that whenever Tony Khan is mentioned on his platform, it is because of Khan’s public persona rather than personal animosity. Russo described Khan as a captivating figure who stands out due to his unique and sometimes unpredictable media interactions.
“Does Tony Khan make appearances on Castrating the Marks every single week? He absolutely does because he’s a character. He’s freaking funny. He’s unique. He does crazy things. He does stupid things. He has those ridiculous scrums.”
Russo Expresses Genuine Admiration for Tony Khan
Russo made it unmistakably clear that his views go beyond simply acknowledging Khan’s uniqueness; he considers himself an admirer. He recounted a recent moment when Nick Khan criticized Tony Khan, which Russo found upsetting.
“So, I’m actually a fan of Tony Khan. Bro, I swear to God, just a week ago, Nick Khan took a shot at Tony Khan and I was pissed off. I was freaking pissed off, bro. Tony Khan is freaking harmless. You know what I’m saying, bro? He’s harmless. He loves the business. He genuinely believes what he’s doing is right. I am without a shadow of a doubt a fan of Tony K.”
This statement marks a departure from Russo’s previous reputation as an AEW skeptic, reshaping how his commentary might be interpreted going forward.
The Impact of Russo’s Admission on Wrestling Narratives
Russo’s open support challenges the narrative that he is an opponent of Tony Khan and AEW. Rather than viewing Khan as a rival or adversary, Russo paints a picture of a passionate promoter who truly cares for professional wrestling and approaches his work with sincerity. This new revelation could influence how fans and observers perceive Russo’s past criticisms and his broader relationship with AEW.
As the wrestling world continues to watch AEW’s evolution under Tony Khan’s leadership, Russo’s endorsement adds an unexpected layer to the discourse surrounding the promotion’s future. Whether this admiration will translate into deeper engagement remains to be seen, but it undeniably shifts the conversation about Russo’s stance.
Does Russo’s candid declaration alter your perspective on his previous remarks about AEW and Tony Khan? Fans are encouraged to share their views as this unexpected development unfolds.
