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American Focus > Blog > Sports > Stephanie McMahon’s real-life heat with WWE HOFer led to backstage drama, Jim Ross recalls
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Stephanie McMahon’s real-life heat with WWE HOFer led to backstage drama, Jim Ross recalls

Last updated: January 25, 2025 6:11 pm
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In 2004, Stephanie McMahon and Paul Heyman were at the helm of RAW and SmackDown’s creative direction, respectively. However, a behind-the-scenes disagreement between the two WWE figures came to light recently, shedding light on a pivotal moment in WWE history.

During a conference call hosted by Stephanie McMahon with other RAW creative team members, it was revealed that Paul Heyman had dialed in and overheard part of the call without being officially invited. This breach of trust led to Heyman losing his position as the creative force behind SmackDown, a move that shocked many in the wrestling world.

Jim Ross, a WWE commentator at the time, recently discussed the incident on the Grilling JR podcast with host Conrad Thompson. Ross delved into the reasons behind Heyman’s unauthorized presence on the call, stating that Heyman may have wanted to be informed about RAW’s plans to avoid duplication on SmackDown.

Despite Ross’ rationalization of Heyman’s actions, Stephanie McMahon viewed Heyman’s intrusion as a betrayal of trust. This led to his dismissal from the SmackDown creative team, highlighting the power dynamics and egos at play behind the scenes in WWE.

Heyman eventually found a new role within WWE, working on the revamped ECW brand in 2006 before making a comeback as an on-screen personality in 2012. However, the fallout from the 2004 incident lingered, with Ross defending Heyman’s actions and criticizing the political games and egos that influenced the decision to remove him from his position on SmackDown.

In a separate discussion on the podcast, Ross also shared his thoughts on Corey Graves’ recent outburst after being demoted to NXT, providing insight into the backstage dynamics and tensions within WWE over the years.

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As fans reflect on the events of 2004 involving Stephanie McMahon and Paul Heyman, it serves as a reminder of the complex relationships and power struggles that shape the world of professional wrestling. The incident remains a pivotal moment in WWE history, showcasing the delicate balance of creativity, politics, and egos behind the scenes.

For more wrestling news and insights, stay tuned to Sportskeeda Wrestling for the latest updates and analysis.

[Please credit Grilling JR and give an H/T to Sportskeeda Wrestling for the transcription if you use JR’s quotes from this article.]

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