IMPACT Wrestling Knockouts Gisele Shaw came out last year as being transgender, and was largely celebrated throughout the wrestling community. Clearly, there are a few who feel the opposite way and felt the need to hurl insults when they saw her.

During the WrestleCon event yesterday, many wrestling stars are signing autographs, meet and greets, and photos with fans. Some legends, some current talent.

While apparently walking around the event yesterday, Gisele Shaw was met with a verbal barrage of insults about being transgender.

According to her account, which you can find below, she initially brushed it off and went on her way; but it bothered her enough to go back to the area to see who was insulting her.

It saddens me to have to write this but I feel it must be shared. #InternationalTransgenderDayofVisibility pic.twitter.com/XMrDMJTgGv

— ⋆𝕲𝖎𝖘𝖊𝖑𝖊 𝕾𝖍𝖆𝖜⋆ (@GiseleShaw08) April 1, 2023

It turned out be former wrestling legend and WWE Hall of Famer Rick Steiner, and allegedly more Legends were around him and turned their heads the other way and ignored the situation.

WrestleCon comments on the situation:

WrestleCon regrets the events that took place at yesterday’s convention and apologizes to Gisele Shaw. We aim to promote a safe and inclusive environment for all LGBTQAI+ members of the wrestling community. The issue has been addressed and we hope the remainder of the convention…

— WrestleCon – LA March 30-April 2 2023 (@wrestlecon) April 1, 2023

Here are MANY of both her co-workers at IMPACT and others throughout the wrestling community who have her back.

Current AEW star, Chris Jericho:

IMPACT Wrestling star Moose:

Well thank God for my flight issues and having to leave wrestlecon earlier than expected cause I certainly don’t need a assault felony charge for smacking the fuck out of an Elderly. #FuckRick ……. Love you Gigi ❤️ https://t.co/ABet4ZGKXp

— THE WRESTLING GOD (@TheMooseNation) April 1, 2023

IMPACT Wrestling Knockout Alisha:

We love you Gigi 🖤 https://t.co/XHU8kKttAH

— JUSTLISH (@MrsAIPAlisha) April 1, 2023

NJPW star Will Ospreay:

Babe, I’m so sorry you’ve had to deal with that.

All my love to ya 💚

— Will Ospreay • ウィル・オスプレイ (@WillOspreay) April 1, 2023

Former TNA Knockout and wife of current top IMPACT star Frankie Kazarian, Traci Brooks:

My heart hurts that we are still here with some people. Know this is not the majority. It’s not ok at all. We love you and stand by you. Let’s all do better people. Sending hugs.

— Traci Brooks (@TheTraciBrooks) April 1, 2023

Current AEW talent & Former IMPACT Knockout, Madison Rayne:

Gisele I am so sorry this happened to you. My heart hurts at the idea that cruelty like this exists. You are strong, brave, beautiful and truly one of the kindest souls on this planet. Sending you the most gigantic hug. ♥️

— Madison Rayne (@MadisonRayne) April 1, 2023

Wrestling Legend Ricky Morton:

I’m deeply sorry you had to go through this. Absolutely horrible & heartbreaking. Sending love ❤️ and will absolutely stand up for you.

— Ricky Morton (@RealRickyMorton) April 1, 2023

IMPACT Wrestling talent Anthony Greene:

I’m so sorry this happened ❤️

It’s completely unacceptable. I’m glad to hear there ARE people that were there to try and diffuse the situation.

— Anthony Greene アンソニー・グリーン (@alternative_ag) April 1, 2023

Emmy award-winning sportscaster, Jon Alba:

Oh my goodness. I'm so sorry you dealt with this Gisele!!!! So not okay. I'm disappointed no one around you said anything.

— Jon Alba (@JonAlba) April 1, 2023

IMPACT Wrestling talent, Zicky Dice:

IMPACT Wrestling producer, Lance Storm:

I am speechless. Wish I was there to support you in person Gisele. Our business is getting better, but clearly still has a long way to go. Stay strong. https://t.co/wWTw8PKqJv

— Lance Storm (@LanceStorm) April 1, 2023

IMPACT Floor Director, Ingrid Isley:

Impact is family, this was totally not ok and not forgivable. To Gisele and the other staff member, my heart hurts for both of you, and I love you forever. Witnessing it was horrible and awful. Do better. https://t.co/iPcYOGmZ59

— Ingrid Isley (@canam_ingrid) April 1, 2023

And many others.

According to Gisele, there were also a few people with/around Rick who could’ve stood up for her or diffused the situation, yet chose to turn their heads and pretend it didn’t happen. These people should be outed as well, If true, because that is just as bad as being the one making the comments.

Gisele Shaw competed in a 4 way match against Deonna Purrazzo, Masha Slamovich, and Miyu Yamashita on Thursday night for the Multiverse United show for a shot at the IMPACT Knockouts Title. Although Deonna ended up finishing off Gisele and winning, all of the women in this match looked great.

The staff of Bodyslam.net are appalled by Rick’s actions and pissed off that Gisele had to go through this.

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