Shane Helms, a current WWE backstage official, recently made headlines for his surprising comments on social media. In response to a fan’s criticism of AEW wrestlers, Helms admitted that he is not against All Elite Wrestling and criticized the tribalism within the internet wrestling community.
Known for his time in WWE as the masked superhero ‘Hurricane,’ Shane Helms currently works as a backstage producer for the company. Despite his ties to WWE, Helms defended AEW when a fan accused their wrestlers of not selling dangerous moves properly. This unexpected show of support for the rival promotion raised eyebrows among wrestling fans.
In a social media post, Helms clarified his stance on AEW, stating that he is not anti-AEW due to having friends in the company. He emphasized that while he may support his team (WWE) more, he would never root against the success of his friends in AEW. Helms also expressed his frustration with the tribalism within the internet wrestling community, labeling it as “annoying and dorkyAF.”
The WWE official also made headlines earlier when he responded to a fan’s question about a potential Hall of Fame induction. When asked about the possibility of being inducted into the Hall of Fame, Helms humorously replied that it would likely happen after he is dead. This lighthearted comment left fans speculating about his future in WWE’s prestigious Hall of Fame.
As fans await to see if Shane Helms will indeed receive a Hall of Fame induction in the future, his candid remarks on social media continue to spark conversations within the wrestling community. With his unique perspective as both a former wrestler and a current WWE official, Helms remains a prominent figure in the world of professional wrestling.
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