The Respectful Side of Wrestling: Unexpected Friendships

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Respect in wrestling goes way deeper than storytelling, athleticism, and showmanship. There’s a special exchange of respect in that ring and behind that curtain when it becomes warranted. Through earning one’s stripes, giving back to the industry, and delivering that once-in-a-lifetime performance, there comes a relationship where respect is the foundation. When certain names were brought up during my interviews for Journey of a Frontman, I got to witness the elation as these athletes shared stories and fond memories of their comrades. Their eyes lit up when they had the platform to talk about how much these individuals meant to them. These stories of respect and friendship in wrestling go much beyond what is shown on TV. 1. Tommy Dreamer on Edge Tommy Dreamer: "Having Edge at my show was important to me because he’s one of my closest friends, and it was his first event after leaving WWE. And what impressed me the most was him watching the show, helping guys, and talking to them.