Wrestling legend Bully Ray voiced strong disapproval of a segment featured on last week’s WWE SmackDown involving Tiffany Stratton, Trish Stratus, and Jade Cargill. During an appearance on Busted Open Radio, the WWE Hall of Famer questioned the emotional impact and relevance of the WWE SmackDown Tiffany Stratton segment, particularly targeting the current WWE Women’s Champion.
Bully Ray Questions the Appeal and Impact of Tiffany Stratton
Focusing his criticism on Tiffany Stratton, Bully Ray remarked bluntly,
“Why should I care about Tiffany Stratton? What about Tiffany Stratton makes me care? What does she do? What does she say? What type of emotional investment do I have in Tiffany Stratton? This is why I’m telling you, WWE is becoming like a fast food chain, that continues…you continue to go there cause it’s all you know.”
He drew a comparison between WWE’s product and fast food, implying that the entertainment value lacks substance.
He further expressed frustration with the segment’s effectiveness, saying,
“And just because over 99 billion have been served doesn’t mean it’s nutritional food…It does absolutely nothing. I do not care about the match between Tiffany Stratton and Trish Stratus. Nothing about what those women said to one another made me go ‘Wow. I want to see this.’ Nothing.”
Concerns About WWE’s Creative Direction and Fan Engagement
Bully Ray’s comments highlight a broader concern regarding WWE’s storytelling and character development, particularly regarding newer talents like Tiffany Stratton. Despite the current WWE Women’s Champion status, Ray’s critique suggests that WWE’s recent segments may fail to generate meaningful fan investment or excitement. Such critiques invite discussion about WWE’s creative choices and how they impact viewership enthusiasm.
Several other WWE stars and storylines were indirectly referenced, including past segments involving Goldberg and Gunther, but the focus remained sharply on the recent SmackDown segment.
Potential Impact on WWE Programming and Audience Reception
The critique from a prominent figure like Bully Ray may prompt WWE to reevaluate how they develop and present emerging stars such as Tiffany Stratton. Audience engagement remains vital for the company’s success, and segments that fail to resonate risk diminishing interest in weekly shows. How WWE responds to such feedback could influence future storylines and character portrayals on SmackDown and other programming.
