Adam Copeland reflects on selecting Judgment Day members in WWE
Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 8:30 PM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026
Adam Copeland discussed his role in forming The Judgment Day, a WWE group that launched several careers. Appearing on the "SHAK Wrestling" podcast, Copeland revealed he handpicked Rhea Ripley and Damian Priest as initial members at the suggestion of Vince McMahon. He expressed pride in their subsequent success and noted that he envisioned the group as a vehicle for their growth. Copeland has since transitioned to AEW, where he holds the World Tag Team Championship.
- •Copeland initially selected Rhea Ripley and Damian Priest for Judgment Day.
- •Vince McMahon encouraged Copeland to create a group similar to The Brood.
- •Ripley and Priest have since become prominent names in WWE.
- •Copeland now competes in AEW as a World Tag Team Champion.
- 8:30 PMWrestling Inc — Former WWE Star Adam Copeland Says He Handpicked Initial Judgment Day Members
"Adam Copeland remembers picking the first members of The Judgment Day, which he hoped would springboard them to stardom.
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