Jim Ross Denies Racism Allegations By D-Von Dudley
Jim Ross has denied the racism allegations made against him by D-Von Dudley.
D-Von Dudley recently elaborated on his earlier claim that a former WWE higher-up once told him that he didn’t like him because of his skin color. While he didn’t give any names in the original interview, Dudley later named fellow Hall of Famer and current AEW personality Jim Ross as the one who made those comments.
However, speaking on his Grilling JR podcast, the legendary commentator has denied the allegation, saying he doesn’t recall having such a conversation with D-Von Dudley.
“Well, recently I heard that D-Von Dudley thought that I was a racist,” Jim Ross began. “That’s so absurd. It doesn’t merit a response. I like D-Von, I like him today. I hired he and Bubba, and I thought we did a good job in booking them. They made money, they were put in situations where they could do the things they do best. Those TLC matches were pieces of art. They’ll last forever. The Dudleys are a major part of that.
“I was shocked to hear that, because I don’t recall ever having a cross word with D-Von Dudley. I always respected him and his work. I loved the Dudley tag team. So, it took me totally off guard. I never said that to D-Von Dudley.”
Jim Ross Believes D-Von Dudley Made The Allegation To Get Attention
Jim Ross questioned why D-Von would make up a story like that about him, claiming it was mostly to get attention.
“Maybe he’s not as happy with his post-wrestling life as Bubba is. Because Bubba made a tremendous success himself as a broadcaster, and still works. So, I never said that. Some people, I’m sure, are going to still believe it, and that’s their prerogative. But I’m not angry at D-Von. I’m just curious and don’t understand why he went there,” Jim Ross said.
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