Former WWE Star Dolph Ziggler Weighs In on Vince McMahon Netflix Series

One big thing: Nic Nemeth, formerly known as Dolph Ziggler in WWE, shares his thoughts on the “Mr. McMahon” Netflix documentary.

• Nemeth, now TNA World Champion, discussed the series on “Busted Open Radio.”
• He described the documentary as “incredibly well done,” highlighting McMahon’s human side.
• Nemeth noted, “I didn’t think he expected any other news to happen while they were filming it that would, in the negative sense, so he really opened himself up.”

Why it matters:

The documentary has sparked widespread discussion in the wrestling community, offering rare insights into the controversial figure of Vince McMahon.

Nemeth’s key observations:

• Despite numerous private conversations with McMahon over the years, Nemeth had never seen his former boss appear so human.
• He believes McMahon’s portrayal in the series seemed genuine.
• Nemeth speculates that McMahon’s actions were driven by a desire to make his father proud after inheriting the promotion.

Between the lines:

Nemeth’s perspective as a former WWE insider adds credibility to the documentary’s portrayal of McMahon, while acknowledging the complexity of the subject.

The bottom line:

While Nemeth can’t vouch for the absolute truth of McMahon’s statements, he finds the portrayal believable based on his personal experiences.

What’s your take on the Vince McMahon Netflix series? Did it change your perception of the wrestling mogul? Share your thoughts in the comments below.