Post by fg on Aug 8, 2022 16:23:32 GMT -5
There’s this website where you can access old versions of the WON.
www.reddit.com/r/SquaredCircle/comments/63f90y/wrestling_observer_rewind_sept_4_1995/
From September 4, 1995
“Vince McMahon took part in a Q&A on "America On Line" after the latest Raw show. He tried to be funny and was mostly dishonest in answering questions and talked down to people. He also knocked ECW as being too violent and said that WWF would be inducting Bruno Sammartino into the Hall of Fame. BEHOLD!
AOLSports7: Welcome to the premiere of the World Wrestling Federation live online.
AOLSports7: For the first time ever, Vince McMahon is affording fans the opportunity to ask him questions directly.
AOLSports7: And now, ladies and gentlemen ... Vince McMahon!
VinceMcM: Hello, World Wrestling Federation fans, and welcome to the World Wrestling Federation Online. It is with great honor and privilege that I take this opportunity to answer your questions here tonight. As I have stated many times before, the fans of the World Wrestling Federation are the MOST loyal fans in the world. Without you, there would be no "us." So without further ado, let the Cyberspace Chat begin!
Question: What happened to Double J and The Roadie?
VinceMcM: They breached their contract.
VinceMcM: We still may be able to resolve the issues, however.
Question: why did you ban WCW from running a house show at MSG earlier on.
VinceMcM: It's not within my power to ban WCW from playing Madison Square Garden.
Question: vince what were you thinking of when you created the golddust character
VinceMcM: I hadn't had any sleep for 48 hours...
VinceMcM: and had extra doses of caffeine, and it came to me in a vision.
VinceMcM: Gold is also one of my favorite colors.
Question: Will there be any new wrestlers, besides Gold Dust, cpoming to the WWF within the coming months.
VinceMcM: There are always new superstars coming in and out of the WWF at all times.
VinceMcM: It's important that our fans receive a constant flow of new performers at all times.
Question: Mr. McMahon: Have you ever talked to Ted Turner about a supercard with WWF and WCW wrestlers, wrestling each other? You could call it WrestleFest
VinceMcM: No, I've never talked to Ted Turner about a super card, but Bill Shaw has talked about it with me.
VinceMcM: In addition, Mr. Shaw saidwould be a moron if I did not accept his invitation.
VinceMcM: Since that time, I often sit in the corner with a dunce hat on babbling to myself.
Question: Vince, have you thought of going "international" with the WWF?
VinceMcM: Where do you live?
VinceMcM: We often mention of WWF live events all over the world. We are truly global in nature.
VinceMcM: However, we also play local neighborhood clubs.
VinceMcM: We're in over 85 countries, in eight different languages.
VinceMcM: Check in our online area for more information.
VinceMcM: Even fans in Hoboken understand what the World Wrestling Federation is all about.
VinceMcM: For those of you who don't know, Hoboken is in Lithuania.
Question: Vince,first I have to say GREAT job! WWF is the BEST! now my question, how do you feel about Ted turner and the WCW... do you think Monday Night Nitro will hurt ot help the WWF?
VinceMcM: That's a good question.
VinceMcM: I really don't have an answer.
VinceMcM: I question the motives of those at WCW who made this decision.
VinceMcM: It's obvious that those at WCW are attempting to hurt the WWF and its fans.
VinceMcM: They are not content on attempting to help themselves but rather hurt a competitor.
VinceMcM: A very poor marketing philosophy, in my view.
VinceMcM: However, we always welcome comparisons.
VinceMcM: We don't wish to be considered in the same category as the WCW in many respects.
Question: What role does Bill Watts play in the WWF now stinks now in the wwf?
VinceMcM: Bill Watts has just joined our creative staff and his first task is to set up the wrestling ring
VinceMcM: in Madison Square Garden and to make sure the ring ropes are tight at all times.
VinceMcM: Wow.
AOLSports7: >Question: Why don't we have a deal with the Japanese Federation?
VinceMcM: We have an unofficial working agreement with Mr. Tenryu.
VinceMcM: However, since our marketing philosophy would include performing live events in all countries,
VinceMcM: including Japan, I would suggest that the Japanese promotions would not look forward to a working
VinceMcM: agreement for that reason.
VinceMcM: Nonetheless, I'm open for discussion.
Question: How come Monday Night Raw isn't in the Manhattan Center anymore?
VinceMcM: Geographic proximity is extremely important for all of our remote television venues.
Question: How do you intend to get the popularity of wrestling to the level it was in the early and mid 80's?
VinceMcM: I'm not concerned with the popularity of wrestling, I'm only concerned with the popularity of the WWF. THere is a huge philosophical difference in the standard of ethics and non-violent action on
VinceMcM: television as well as marketing philosphy between anything we do in the WWF and anything we do in
VinceMcM: the broad stroke category of what pro wrestling is.
Question: VINCE, WHAT EVER HAPPENED TO THE ULTIMATE WARRIOR
VinceMcM: The Ultimate Warrior was left heard of baying at the moon, at the desert at approximately 3:30am
VinceMcM: Rumor has it that he subsequently grew hair all over his face and became the Wolfman.
VinceMcM: As far as I know, the Warrior is still pumping iron in Arizona.
Question: Vince: when are we going to see Dustin, Al Snow and Douglas actually WRESTLING!
VinceMcM: These are three stellar new WWF superstars that can't get to the ring fast enough, as far as I am
VinceMcM: concerned. The answer is as quickly as possible.
Question: VINCE, DID YOU ENJOY THE CROWD AT WORCESTER FOR RAW LAST WEEK?
VinceMcM: I enjoyed the crowd at Worcester immensely. I especially enjoyed the chants, that I heard,
VinceMcM: loud and clear. Especially, "Kill the clown."
VinceMcM: I always enjoy fan interaction at any level, but especially at a LIVE WWF event.
AOLSports7: >Question: What is the Raw Main Event against Nitro on Sept. 11
VinceMcM: Psycho Sid will meet the winner of the latter match.
VinceMcM: At Summerslam. Ladder match - sorry.
VinceMcM: Between Shawn Michaels and Razor Ramon.
VinceMcM: Plus other superstars to be announced.
Question: WHY ISN'T THERE A TAG TEAM TITLE MATCH AT SUMMER SLAM
VinceMcM: This is the rice-eating season for Yoko Zuna.
VinceMcM: However, Owen Hart is ready willing, and able to perform at Summerslam and will actually be online
VinceMcM: with AOL as well as many other superstars during and after the Summerslam event.
AOLSports7: >Question:Personally, which do you think was the most memorable PPV event in WWF history?
VinceMcM: I don't have any one most memorable PPV event. Clearly the match in London at Wembley Stadium
VinceMcM: with Bret Hart and the British Bulldog stands out as one of the greatest. I would like to think,
VinceMcM: however, that my most memorable, more importantly, the fans' most memorable, PPV event is yet to come.
AOLSports7: >Question: Do you feel a big loss, losing Hulk Hogan to WCW?
VinceMcM: As far as Hulk Hogan is concerned, as a youngster, my mother told me
VinceMcM: that if you can't say something nice about someone, don't say anything at all.
VinceMcM: In this case, silence is golden.
Question: Where do you recruit most of your new talent from?
VinceMcM: Generally speaking, new WWF superstars come from all areas.
VinceMcM: Such as Mars, Pluto, and on occasion, Uranus.
Question: What wrestlers will be online in the future
VinceMcM: We'll put on whomever you'd like to see. Any suggestions are appreciated.
VinceMcM: At some point, all WWF superstars will be online with AOL.
VinceMcM: Including Barry Didinsky.
Question: How come there are never any matches that are 'good guy' vs. 'good guy' and visa-versa?
VinceMcM: Razor vs Shawn are two notable stellar performers who would qualify for that.
VinceMcM: I would suggest that with the interim presidency of Gorilla Monsoon,
VinceMcM: and a fired-up creative staff, that you're likely to see and hear about matches that you thought
VinceMcM: would never take place.
Question: The WWF desperately needs more tag team talent-what can we expect in the near future?
VinceMcM: Who knows who is going to team up in the future here in the WWF?
VinceMcM: Howard Finkel is looking for a new tag-team partner.
VinceMcM: Anyone out there who would like to team up with Howard, please let us know.
VinceMcM: This excludes you, Harvey Whippleman, 'cause I know you're online.
Question: Hi Vince, I think you put out a quality product. I've been following wrestling for 30
Question: years. What has been the biggest change you have seen as CEO of Titan?
VinceMcM: I think the biggest changes are yet to come in the WWF.
VinceMcM: New marketing techniques, new vistas, new talent, new attitude, new generation
VinceMcM: etc.
Question: Vince, what do you think about Andre the Giant's "son"??
VinceMcM: Andre the Giant never had a son.
VinceMcM: This just seems to be one more fraud perpetuated by the WCW.
VinceMcM: Shamelessly.
Question: Waylon Mercy(Danny Spivey) is one of the most popular wrestlers discussed on the Net. What
Question: are your plans for him?
VinceMcM: Big plans, if you know what I mean. ; )
Question: Hi Vince ! What do u think about The British Bulldog doing that to Diesel ?
VinceMcM: I would suggest that the British Bulldog must be terribly frustrated over the fact that he
VinceMcM: never, ever received an opportunity to become World Wrestling Federation champion.
VinceMcM: However, we all will find out hopefully soon, from the British Bulldog or from Jim Cornett,
VinceMcM: as far as their explanation is concerned. Stay tuned.
VinceMcM: and stay logged online.
Question: Do you feel that elements that make ECW a succesful TV program and live event to attend
Question: could be incorparated into WWF's style? What do you think of ECW's style in general?
VinceMcM: I believe the ECW style in general is deplorable, where their use of violence is concerned.
VinceMcM: That's not to say that some things aren't done well at ECW, and not that the WWF could learn from
VinceMcM: everyone, but the WWF deplores violence that is typical of ECW.
Question: can a wrestler hold two titles at once?
VinceMcM: Yes. That has happened on several occasions.
VinceMcM: The last of which I believe was Diesel, who was Intecontinental and Tag Team Champion.
VinceMcM: This, however, has occurred on numerous occasions at the WWF.
AOLSports7: >Question: Is Shawn a better athlete than Hitman Hart?
VinceMcM: It would all depend on how you would classify someone as an athlete.
VinceMcM: They are both extraordinary in every respect and both individuals typify the direction in which
VinceMcM: the WWF is moving.
Question: Vince, during your career, who have been the wrestlers that you have enjoyed solid working
Question: relationships with, and why?
VinceMcM: Andre the Giant, because he always did what he wanted.
VinceMcM: Big Daddy Cool Diesel - because he's so eager to learn and to please.
VinceMcM: and to interact with you WWF fans.
VinceMcM: Bret Hart because he's Bret Hart - and there have been many others.
Question: Vince, the greatest promoter of ALL time....I ordered the SummerSlam Package from Travel
Question: Strategies & I would like to know if you will be on the Boat Cruise or at the Hyaat Regency
Question: because I really would like to meet you!!!
VinceMcM: I am scheduled to be at the tug of war
VinceMcM: which means that I'm likely to be in the water in Pittsburgh.
VinceMcM: I'm not sure if it's the Allegheny, the Monangahela, and the Ohio
VinceMcM: It doesn't matter, I can swim.
VinceMcM: I'm looking forward to seeing and interacting with as many WWF fans as possible.
Question: one straight out question Is Wrestling real or fake?
VinceMcM: Where have you been?
VinceMcM: Titan Sports was the first promotional organization that stated that we were not a traditional sport,
VinceMcM: in the sense of baseball, football, etc. but that our athletes are the most extraordinarily talented
VinceMcM: in the world today.
VinceMcM: We in the WWF coined the phrase "Sports entertainment"
VinceMcM: We are a hybrid of Hollywood, sports, Broadway, and Mickey Mouse.
VinceMcM: Some combination, huh?
AOLSports7: >Question: Do you laugh when WCW copies the WWF of the 80's?
VinceMcM: I don't often have an opportunity to watch much of the WCW product.
VinceMcM: When I do, it does seem as though they are attempting to reinvent the wheel.
VinceMcM: The reason for the pause at this moment, is that I have just nodded off.
VinceMcM: I turn, 50 years old on Thursday.
VinceMcM: Senility is setting in.
VinceMcM: : )
Question: On what terms did you and Savage leave on
VinceMcM: I've had no communication whatsoever with Randy Savage since he elected to leave the WWF.
VinceMcM: I do, however, believe that it was a very poor business decision on Mr. Savage's part.
Question: Mr. McMahon- What is the status of Lex Luger in the WWF? We have heard many reports that
Question: he has left, and then some conflicting reports to that.
VinceMcM: Lex Luger is currently negotiating a new contract with the WWF.
AOLSports7: >Question: Is it true that Luger, Atom Bomb and Owen Hart quit recently??
VinceMcM: Of the three individuals mentioned, Adam Bomb apparently has elected to stay at home
VinceMcM: and support his fiance.
VinceMcM: in opening a chiropractic business.
VinceMcM: The other two remain in good standing in the WWF.
VinceMcM: Nr. Bomb's desire apparently has fizzled.
Question: Will you ever induct any past champions into the Hall Of Fame?
VinceMcM: Yes. Regardless of a political non-affiliation with the WWf, we intend to honor all those individuals
VinceMcM: who have made stellar contributions to the WWF.
VinceMcM: We just honored Pedro Morales, even though he is affiliated with WCW.
VinceMcM: And we intend to honor in the future Bruno Samartino and other former champions who
VinceMcM: contributed greatly to the success of the WWF in the past.
AOLSports7: >Question: Do any of the wrestlers have an online account so we could send them questions?
VinceMcM: They don't yet.
VinceMcM: But they certainly will in the future. Keep checking Keyword WWF for the best in wrestling
VinceMcM: online.
Question: Vince, I am a long time fan of Classy Freddie Blassie. I heard that he had some health
Question: problems. How is he doing?
VinceMcM: Freddy is doing great. Thanks for asking. He's one of my all-time favorites as well.
VinceMcM: He recently underwent triple bypass surgery and was driving the doctors and nurses up the wall by the
VinceMcM: time he left the hospital. Same old Freddy.
Question: What are the details of the new Fall season. Aree you going to be on Fox every sunday
Question: after football? Or just specials every so often?
VinceMcM: More information will be forthcoming about the new fall season, including when Wrestlemania the
VinceMcM: special will air on the Fox network.
VinceMcM: More information will be forthcoming on the new formats for current WWF titles, such as Action
VinceMcM: Zone, Raw, and Superstars.
VinceMcM: Also check the WWF Events Calendar online.
Question: Will we see a regular WWF area on AOL soon?
VinceMcM: Yes, you will see much more detailed information on WWF in the middle of September.
VinceMcM: We've already seen a lot of action in our message boards today - thank you for your participation.
VinceMcM: We are looking forward to hearing from you about what you would like to see in this area.
Question: Vince, when will Shawn Michaels get a World Title shot?
VinceMcM: Shawn Michaels faced the then WWF champion at Wrestlemania XI in Hartford last April the 2nd
VinceMcM: this match will be seen again, which was mentioned before, during Wrestlemania the Special on the
VinceMcM: Fox network.
Question: Vince, any plans to hold more "Fanfests" at other events besides WM?...It was Superb!!!
VinceMcM: Not at this juncture. However, we're always looking for new ways to please our fans.
VinceMcM: I have time for one more question...
Question: You seem to be in pretty good shape; have you tried wrestling yourself?
VinceMcM: Since I turn 50 on Thursday, perhaps my age would be more suitable for wrestling in WCW
VinceMcM: as opposed to the WWF.
VinceMcM: However, seriously, I have an amateur background
VinceMcM: not a professional one. I've never been big enough or bad enough to be a WWF superstar.
VinceMcM: Thank you, everyone, for coming. This was great - I really enjoyed it and I will be back.
VinceMcM: Check the WWF area to see our coverage of SummerSlam - we'll be live from Pittsburgh
VinceMcM: with all your favorites.
Question: Vince, do you get any time to yourself?
VinceMcM: I spend most of my time doing what I enjoy most, which is participating in WWF activities.
VinceMcM: One way or another.
AOLSports7: We'd like to thank you very much for checking into
AOLSports7: Vince McMahon live on America Online.
VinceMcM: Who is Beth and why does she want me to stop talking? Let's do this again. I've enjoyed it
VinceMcM: immensely.
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From September 4, 1995
“Vince McMahon took part in a Q&A on "America On Line" after the latest Raw show. He tried to be funny and was mostly dishonest in answering questions and talked down to people. He also knocked ECW as being too violent and said that WWF would be inducting Bruno Sammartino into the Hall of Fame. BEHOLD!
AOLSports7: Welcome to the premiere of the World Wrestling Federation live online.
AOLSports7: For the first time ever, Vince McMahon is affording fans the opportunity to ask him questions directly.
AOLSports7: And now, ladies and gentlemen ... Vince McMahon!
VinceMcM: Hello, World Wrestling Federation fans, and welcome to the World Wrestling Federation Online. It is with great honor and privilege that I take this opportunity to answer your questions here tonight. As I have stated many times before, the fans of the World Wrestling Federation are the MOST loyal fans in the world. Without you, there would be no "us." So without further ado, let the Cyberspace Chat begin!
Question: What happened to Double J and The Roadie?
VinceMcM: They breached their contract.
VinceMcM: We still may be able to resolve the issues, however.
Question: why did you ban WCW from running a house show at MSG earlier on.
VinceMcM: It's not within my power to ban WCW from playing Madison Square Garden.
Question: vince what were you thinking of when you created the golddust character
VinceMcM: I hadn't had any sleep for 48 hours...
VinceMcM: and had extra doses of caffeine, and it came to me in a vision.
VinceMcM: Gold is also one of my favorite colors.
Question: Will there be any new wrestlers, besides Gold Dust, cpoming to the WWF within the coming months.
VinceMcM: There are always new superstars coming in and out of the WWF at all times.
VinceMcM: It's important that our fans receive a constant flow of new performers at all times.
Question: Mr. McMahon: Have you ever talked to Ted Turner about a supercard with WWF and WCW wrestlers, wrestling each other? You could call it WrestleFest
VinceMcM: No, I've never talked to Ted Turner about a super card, but Bill Shaw has talked about it with me.
VinceMcM: In addition, Mr. Shaw saidwould be a moron if I did not accept his invitation.
VinceMcM: Since that time, I often sit in the corner with a dunce hat on babbling to myself.
Question: Vince, have you thought of going "international" with the WWF?
VinceMcM: Where do you live?
VinceMcM: We often mention of WWF live events all over the world. We are truly global in nature.
VinceMcM: However, we also play local neighborhood clubs.
VinceMcM: We're in over 85 countries, in eight different languages.
VinceMcM: Check in our online area for more information.
VinceMcM: Even fans in Hoboken understand what the World Wrestling Federation is all about.
VinceMcM: For those of you who don't know, Hoboken is in Lithuania.
Question: Vince,first I have to say GREAT job! WWF is the BEST! now my question, how do you feel about Ted turner and the WCW... do you think Monday Night Nitro will hurt ot help the WWF?
VinceMcM: That's a good question.
VinceMcM: I really don't have an answer.
VinceMcM: I question the motives of those at WCW who made this decision.
VinceMcM: It's obvious that those at WCW are attempting to hurt the WWF and its fans.
VinceMcM: They are not content on attempting to help themselves but rather hurt a competitor.
VinceMcM: A very poor marketing philosophy, in my view.
VinceMcM: However, we always welcome comparisons.
VinceMcM: We don't wish to be considered in the same category as the WCW in many respects.
Question: What role does Bill Watts play in the WWF now stinks now in the wwf?
VinceMcM: Bill Watts has just joined our creative staff and his first task is to set up the wrestling ring
VinceMcM: in Madison Square Garden and to make sure the ring ropes are tight at all times.
VinceMcM: Wow.
AOLSports7: >Question: Why don't we have a deal with the Japanese Federation?
VinceMcM: We have an unofficial working agreement with Mr. Tenryu.
VinceMcM: However, since our marketing philosophy would include performing live events in all countries,
VinceMcM: including Japan, I would suggest that the Japanese promotions would not look forward to a working
VinceMcM: agreement for that reason.
VinceMcM: Nonetheless, I'm open for discussion.
Question: How come Monday Night Raw isn't in the Manhattan Center anymore?
VinceMcM: Geographic proximity is extremely important for all of our remote television venues.
Question: How do you intend to get the popularity of wrestling to the level it was in the early and mid 80's?
VinceMcM: I'm not concerned with the popularity of wrestling, I'm only concerned with the popularity of the WWF. THere is a huge philosophical difference in the standard of ethics and non-violent action on
VinceMcM: television as well as marketing philosphy between anything we do in the WWF and anything we do in
VinceMcM: the broad stroke category of what pro wrestling is.
Question: VINCE, WHAT EVER HAPPENED TO THE ULTIMATE WARRIOR
VinceMcM: The Ultimate Warrior was left heard of baying at the moon, at the desert at approximately 3:30am
VinceMcM: Rumor has it that he subsequently grew hair all over his face and became the Wolfman.
VinceMcM: As far as I know, the Warrior is still pumping iron in Arizona.
Question: Vince: when are we going to see Dustin, Al Snow and Douglas actually WRESTLING!
VinceMcM: These are three stellar new WWF superstars that can't get to the ring fast enough, as far as I am
VinceMcM: concerned. The answer is as quickly as possible.
Question: VINCE, DID YOU ENJOY THE CROWD AT WORCESTER FOR RAW LAST WEEK?
VinceMcM: I enjoyed the crowd at Worcester immensely. I especially enjoyed the chants, that I heard,
VinceMcM: loud and clear. Especially, "Kill the clown."
VinceMcM: I always enjoy fan interaction at any level, but especially at a LIVE WWF event.
AOLSports7: >Question: What is the Raw Main Event against Nitro on Sept. 11
VinceMcM: Psycho Sid will meet the winner of the latter match.
VinceMcM: At Summerslam. Ladder match - sorry.
VinceMcM: Between Shawn Michaels and Razor Ramon.
VinceMcM: Plus other superstars to be announced.
Question: WHY ISN'T THERE A TAG TEAM TITLE MATCH AT SUMMER SLAM
VinceMcM: This is the rice-eating season for Yoko Zuna.
VinceMcM: However, Owen Hart is ready willing, and able to perform at Summerslam and will actually be online
VinceMcM: with AOL as well as many other superstars during and after the Summerslam event.
AOLSports7: >Question:Personally, which do you think was the most memorable PPV event in WWF history?
VinceMcM: I don't have any one most memorable PPV event. Clearly the match in London at Wembley Stadium
VinceMcM: with Bret Hart and the British Bulldog stands out as one of the greatest. I would like to think,
VinceMcM: however, that my most memorable, more importantly, the fans' most memorable, PPV event is yet to come.
AOLSports7: >Question: Do you feel a big loss, losing Hulk Hogan to WCW?
VinceMcM: As far as Hulk Hogan is concerned, as a youngster, my mother told me
VinceMcM: that if you can't say something nice about someone, don't say anything at all.
VinceMcM: In this case, silence is golden.
Question: Where do you recruit most of your new talent from?
VinceMcM: Generally speaking, new WWF superstars come from all areas.
VinceMcM: Such as Mars, Pluto, and on occasion, Uranus.
Question: What wrestlers will be online in the future
VinceMcM: We'll put on whomever you'd like to see. Any suggestions are appreciated.
VinceMcM: At some point, all WWF superstars will be online with AOL.
VinceMcM: Including Barry Didinsky.
Question: How come there are never any matches that are 'good guy' vs. 'good guy' and visa-versa?
VinceMcM: Razor vs Shawn are two notable stellar performers who would qualify for that.
VinceMcM: I would suggest that with the interim presidency of Gorilla Monsoon,
VinceMcM: and a fired-up creative staff, that you're likely to see and hear about matches that you thought
VinceMcM: would never take place.
Question: The WWF desperately needs more tag team talent-what can we expect in the near future?
VinceMcM: Who knows who is going to team up in the future here in the WWF?
VinceMcM: Howard Finkel is looking for a new tag-team partner.
VinceMcM: Anyone out there who would like to team up with Howard, please let us know.
VinceMcM: This excludes you, Harvey Whippleman, 'cause I know you're online.
Question: Hi Vince, I think you put out a quality product. I've been following wrestling for 30
Question: years. What has been the biggest change you have seen as CEO of Titan?
VinceMcM: I think the biggest changes are yet to come in the WWF.
VinceMcM: New marketing techniques, new vistas, new talent, new attitude, new generation
VinceMcM: etc.
Question: Vince, what do you think about Andre the Giant's "son"??
VinceMcM: Andre the Giant never had a son.
VinceMcM: This just seems to be one more fraud perpetuated by the WCW.
VinceMcM: Shamelessly.
Question: Waylon Mercy(Danny Spivey) is one of the most popular wrestlers discussed on the Net. What
Question: are your plans for him?
VinceMcM: Big plans, if you know what I mean. ; )
Question: Hi Vince ! What do u think about The British Bulldog doing that to Diesel ?
VinceMcM: I would suggest that the British Bulldog must be terribly frustrated over the fact that he
VinceMcM: never, ever received an opportunity to become World Wrestling Federation champion.
VinceMcM: However, we all will find out hopefully soon, from the British Bulldog or from Jim Cornett,
VinceMcM: as far as their explanation is concerned. Stay tuned.
VinceMcM: and stay logged online.
Question: Do you feel that elements that make ECW a succesful TV program and live event to attend
Question: could be incorparated into WWF's style? What do you think of ECW's style in general?
VinceMcM: I believe the ECW style in general is deplorable, where their use of violence is concerned.
VinceMcM: That's not to say that some things aren't done well at ECW, and not that the WWF could learn from
VinceMcM: everyone, but the WWF deplores violence that is typical of ECW.
Question: can a wrestler hold two titles at once?
VinceMcM: Yes. That has happened on several occasions.
VinceMcM: The last of which I believe was Diesel, who was Intecontinental and Tag Team Champion.
VinceMcM: This, however, has occurred on numerous occasions at the WWF.
AOLSports7: >Question: Is Shawn a better athlete than Hitman Hart?
VinceMcM: It would all depend on how you would classify someone as an athlete.
VinceMcM: They are both extraordinary in every respect and both individuals typify the direction in which
VinceMcM: the WWF is moving.
Question: Vince, during your career, who have been the wrestlers that you have enjoyed solid working
Question: relationships with, and why?
VinceMcM: Andre the Giant, because he always did what he wanted.
VinceMcM: Big Daddy Cool Diesel - because he's so eager to learn and to please.
VinceMcM: and to interact with you WWF fans.
VinceMcM: Bret Hart because he's Bret Hart - and there have been many others.
Question: Vince, the greatest promoter of ALL time....I ordered the SummerSlam Package from Travel
Question: Strategies & I would like to know if you will be on the Boat Cruise or at the Hyaat Regency
Question: because I really would like to meet you!!!
VinceMcM: I am scheduled to be at the tug of war
VinceMcM: which means that I'm likely to be in the water in Pittsburgh.
VinceMcM: I'm not sure if it's the Allegheny, the Monangahela, and the Ohio
VinceMcM: It doesn't matter, I can swim.
VinceMcM: I'm looking forward to seeing and interacting with as many WWF fans as possible.
Question: one straight out question Is Wrestling real or fake?
VinceMcM: Where have you been?
VinceMcM: Titan Sports was the first promotional organization that stated that we were not a traditional sport,
VinceMcM: in the sense of baseball, football, etc. but that our athletes are the most extraordinarily talented
VinceMcM: in the world today.
VinceMcM: We in the WWF coined the phrase "Sports entertainment"
VinceMcM: We are a hybrid of Hollywood, sports, Broadway, and Mickey Mouse.
VinceMcM: Some combination, huh?
AOLSports7: >Question: Do you laugh when WCW copies the WWF of the 80's?
VinceMcM: I don't often have an opportunity to watch much of the WCW product.
VinceMcM: When I do, it does seem as though they are attempting to reinvent the wheel.
VinceMcM: The reason for the pause at this moment, is that I have just nodded off.
VinceMcM: I turn, 50 years old on Thursday.
VinceMcM: Senility is setting in.
VinceMcM: : )
Question: On what terms did you and Savage leave on
VinceMcM: I've had no communication whatsoever with Randy Savage since he elected to leave the WWF.
VinceMcM: I do, however, believe that it was a very poor business decision on Mr. Savage's part.
Question: Mr. McMahon- What is the status of Lex Luger in the WWF? We have heard many reports that
Question: he has left, and then some conflicting reports to that.
VinceMcM: Lex Luger is currently negotiating a new contract with the WWF.
AOLSports7: >Question: Is it true that Luger, Atom Bomb and Owen Hart quit recently??
VinceMcM: Of the three individuals mentioned, Adam Bomb apparently has elected to stay at home
VinceMcM: and support his fiance.
VinceMcM: in opening a chiropractic business.
VinceMcM: The other two remain in good standing in the WWF.
VinceMcM: Nr. Bomb's desire apparently has fizzled.
Question: Will you ever induct any past champions into the Hall Of Fame?
VinceMcM: Yes. Regardless of a political non-affiliation with the WWf, we intend to honor all those individuals
VinceMcM: who have made stellar contributions to the WWF.
VinceMcM: We just honored Pedro Morales, even though he is affiliated with WCW.
VinceMcM: And we intend to honor in the future Bruno Samartino and other former champions who
VinceMcM: contributed greatly to the success of the WWF in the past.
AOLSports7: >Question: Do any of the wrestlers have an online account so we could send them questions?
VinceMcM: They don't yet.
VinceMcM: But they certainly will in the future. Keep checking Keyword WWF for the best in wrestling
VinceMcM: online.
Question: Vince, I am a long time fan of Classy Freddie Blassie. I heard that he had some health
Question: problems. How is he doing?
VinceMcM: Freddy is doing great. Thanks for asking. He's one of my all-time favorites as well.
VinceMcM: He recently underwent triple bypass surgery and was driving the doctors and nurses up the wall by the
VinceMcM: time he left the hospital. Same old Freddy.
Question: What are the details of the new Fall season. Aree you going to be on Fox every sunday
Question: after football? Or just specials every so often?
VinceMcM: More information will be forthcoming about the new fall season, including when Wrestlemania the
VinceMcM: special will air on the Fox network.
VinceMcM: More information will be forthcoming on the new formats for current WWF titles, such as Action
VinceMcM: Zone, Raw, and Superstars.
VinceMcM: Also check the WWF Events Calendar online.
Question: Will we see a regular WWF area on AOL soon?
VinceMcM: Yes, you will see much more detailed information on WWF in the middle of September.
VinceMcM: We've already seen a lot of action in our message boards today - thank you for your participation.
VinceMcM: We are looking forward to hearing from you about what you would like to see in this area.
Question: Vince, when will Shawn Michaels get a World Title shot?
VinceMcM: Shawn Michaels faced the then WWF champion at Wrestlemania XI in Hartford last April the 2nd
VinceMcM: this match will be seen again, which was mentioned before, during Wrestlemania the Special on the
VinceMcM: Fox network.
Question: Vince, any plans to hold more "Fanfests" at other events besides WM?...It was Superb!!!
VinceMcM: Not at this juncture. However, we're always looking for new ways to please our fans.
VinceMcM: I have time for one more question...
Question: You seem to be in pretty good shape; have you tried wrestling yourself?
VinceMcM: Since I turn 50 on Thursday, perhaps my age would be more suitable for wrestling in WCW
VinceMcM: as opposed to the WWF.
VinceMcM: However, seriously, I have an amateur background
VinceMcM: not a professional one. I've never been big enough or bad enough to be a WWF superstar.
VinceMcM: Thank you, everyone, for coming. This was great - I really enjoyed it and I will be back.
VinceMcM: Check the WWF area to see our coverage of SummerSlam - we'll be live from Pittsburgh
VinceMcM: with all your favorites.
Question: Vince, do you get any time to yourself?
VinceMcM: I spend most of my time doing what I enjoy most, which is participating in WWF activities.
VinceMcM: One way or another.
AOLSports7: We'd like to thank you very much for checking into
AOLSports7: Vince McMahon live on America Online.
VinceMcM: Who is Beth and why does she want me to stop talking? Let's do this again. I've enjoyed it
VinceMcM: immensely.
