One Big Thing
WWE star Kofi Kingston delivered a powerful response to a fan who made an insensitive comment about his chest appearance on social media, highlighting the ongoing issue of body-shaming in professional wrestling.
Key Details
- Kingston responded to the fan’s mockery of his chest appearance with a pointed comparison to mocking an amputee
- The exchange occurred after Kingston posted about having “that dawg in you” on Twitter
- The incident happened amid Kingston’s current heel run with Xavier Woods on RAW
The Exchange
Kingston’s initial tweet: “See, the problem with most of you folks out there is… Y’all ain’t got that dawg in you…”
Fan’s response: “I have my whole chest in tact… Lol.”
Kingston’s comeback: “Would you brag to an amputee and ‘lol’ about having your limbs? So why would you make this comment to me about my chest? Cho ho ass up.”
Medical Context
- Kingston’s chest appearance is due to his pectoral muscles’ natural attachment points
- This is not pectus excavatum, a common misconception
- The condition does not affect his wrestling ability or performance
Why It Matters
This incident brings attention to the broader issue of body-shaming in professional wrestling and social media. It shows how performers must deal with personal attacks while maintaining their public personas.
By The Numbers
- Kingston is a 15-time tag team champion in WWE
- He has been with WWE since 2006
- The New Day ranks among WWE’s most successful tag teams with 11 tag team championship reigns
The Bottom Line
Kingston’s response demonstrates the importance of standing up to body-shaming while educating fans about respect and sensitivity in social media interactions.
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