One big thing: Mark Henry criticizes ECW episode of “Biography: WWE Legends” for overlooking his contributions
Former WWE superstar Mark Henry voiced his disappointment with the recent “ECW Birth of Hardcore” episode of “Biography: WWE Legends” on a recent “Busted Open Radio” show.
• Henry feels the episode failed to showcase his and other major stars’ appearances and contributions to ECW
• He emphasized the importance of his ECW run, stating, “That’s when I really started working the main event at that point”
• The episode focused on the original ECW promotion, not the WWE-reinvented version where Henry was prominently featured
Why it matters
The omission of Henry’s ECW contributions in the documentary highlights a potential gap in WWE’s historical storytelling, particularly regarding the later ECW brand under WWE’s ownership.
Henry’s ECW legacy
• Became ECW Champion during WWE’s revival of the brand
• Faced top-tier opponents like Kane, Big Show, Undertaker, and Chris Benoit
• Described his run as “wrestling the elite of the elite”
Contrasting coverage
Henry expressed satisfaction with his own “WWE Legends” episode, praising how it handled his career and life outside wrestling.
The bigger picture
This incident raises questions about how WWE chooses to present its history, particularly regarding brands and eras that may not align with its current narrative focus.
• The “ECW Birth of Hardcore” episode primarily covered the original, independent ECW
• WWE’s revival of ECW as a third brand, while significant, may not fit neatly into the “hardcore” narrative
What’s next
As WWE continues to produce historical content, balancing different eras and interpretations of its brands will likely remain a challenge.
What do you think about WWE’s portrayal of ECW in its documentaries? Do you feel the later WWE-owned version deserves more recognition? Leave your thoughts in the comments below.
