Jerry Lynn Reveals Disco Inferno Was WCW’s Most Bullied Wrestler

One Big Thing

Former ECW Champion Jerry Lynn has identified Glenn Gilbertti (Disco Inferno) as the most frequent target of locker room bullying during his time in WCW, citing incidents involving veteran wrestlers.

Why It Matters

This revelation offers insight into professional wrestling’s evolving locker room culture and highlights how workplace behavior in the industry has changed since the 1990s.

Key Details

• Lynn shared these memories during an appearance on “Wrestling Shoot Interviews”
• Disco Inferno’s frequent talking and interactions with veterans made him a target
• One incident involved The Steiner Brothers throwing Disco into bushes
• Lynn and Disco worked together in WCW from 1995 to 1997

Supporting Evidence

A 2022 social media exchange between Disco Inferno and AEW’s Eddie Kingston brought additional incidents to light:

• Kingston revealed a story about Paul Wight (The Giant/Big Show) humiliating Disco
• Kingston stated the locker room kept Disco around as a source of entertainment

By The Numbers

• Time period: 1995-1997
• Multiple documented incidents of bullying
• Two confirmed veteran wrestlers involved (The Steiners)

The Bottom Line

These stories show how wrestling’s backstage environment has changed from an often hostile workplace to today’s more professional setting.

What memories do you have of Disco Inferno’s WCW career, and how do you think locker room culture has changed in professional wrestling? Share your thoughts in the comments below.

Source: “Wrestling Shoot Interviews
H/T: Wrestling Inc. for the transcription.