Brian Pillman Jr is a AEW Star with a rough past. But, how does he feel about that being used in stories?
MJF and Christian Cage have both brought up Pillman’s family struggles, mainly the death of his father, Brian Pillman. His mother has also recently passed away, but that doesn’t stop heels from bringing it up in promos. Speaking on the Universal Wrestling podcast, Pillman Jr. was asked about wrestlers bringing up his personal life on screen and this is what he had to say;
At some point, something has to give. At least I’ve got to come out there and get my comeuppance. I’m not too worried about utilizing it because I’ve utilized my family story to get to where I’m at today. It’s kind of a part of who I am and part of the value I bring to the organization in being able to tell those deep stories. I’d be a hypocrite to say that the bad guys aren’t allowed to take advantage of that too. I’m allowed to take advantage of the benefits of it. I’m all about ‘the show must go on’ and if we’re telling a cool story. At some point, I’d like to tell my side of the story and take out all my frustrations based on everything that’s been happening to me. A lot of heels have taken the piss out on me and stuff and there have been very few opportunities for me to come back and kick some ass, but I think there is something on the horizon so if people stay tuned. A lot of times, when you’re a babyface, you’re out there to support the show and get people over. Maybe if I have a change of heart or have some big turn, I get to showcase that aggression that I’ve built up over that time. At that point, it will be my time to shine,
– Brian Pillman Jr via Universal Wrestling Podcast
Brian Pillman Jr and his partner Griff Garrison will team up to take on Christian Cage and Luchasaurus tonight on AEW Dynamite in hopes to get some comeuppance for the things Christian has said and done. AEW Dynamite is live on TBS at 8/7c and we will have full coverage of the show.
H/T Fightful
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