Damian Priest Recalls Emotional Encounters with WWE Legend The Undertaker

One big thing: Damian Priest shares personal stories of meeting his idol, The Undertaker

Former WWE World Heavyweight Champion Damian Priest recently opened up about his encounters with WWE Hall of Famer The Undertaker, revealing the profound impact these meetings had on him.

• Priest, often compared to The Undertaker due to his dark persona and attire, shared his experiences on “Insight with Chris Van Vliet.”
• He first met The Undertaker in 1999 at an autograph signing in New York.
• Priest attempted to do an impression of The Undertaker during their initial meeting.
• He also tried to convince The Undertaker not to retire, as there were rumors of his potential retirement due to an injury.

Why it matters:

These encounters highlight the lasting influence of wrestling legends on current superstars and demonstrate the personal connections that can form between generations of wrestlers.

By the numbers:

• Priest met The Undertaker twice: once in 1999 and again at the WWE Performance Center after signing with WWE.
• The Undertaker’s career spanned over three decades, from 1990 to 2020.

What they’re saying:

“He was so nice, too. Which blew me away, right? He’s The Undertaker, right? You expect him to, like, set me on fire,” Priest said, recalling his first meeting with The Undertaker.

The bottom line:

Damian Priest’s emotional recollections of meeting The Undertaker offer a glimpse into the personal side of professional wrestling, showing how childhood idols can continue to inspire wrestlers throughout their careers.

Have you ever met a wrestling legend? How did it impact you? Share your experience in the comments below.