Booker T discusses commentary journey from WCW to WWE NXT
Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 10, 2026, 3:00 PM
Last updated Oct 10, 2026
Booker T reflected on his evolution as a commentator during an interview on 'Insight with Chris Van Vliet'. He began commentating for WCW wrestlers in the locker room for fun, which carried into his WWE career. After retiring, Michael Cole offered him an official role, though Booker admitted he struggled initially. He enjoys his current position in NXT, where he feels free to express himself, contrasting his earlier experiences under Vince McMahon's direction. Booker emphasizes his role as a mentor for rising stars in NXT.
- •Booker T started commentating for WCW wrestlers for entertainment.
- •Michael Cole encouraged Booker's transition to TV commentary in WWE.
- •Booker finds greater freedom in his commentary role at NXT.
- •He views mentoring rising stars as a key aspect of his work.
- •Booker reflects positively on his growth and experiences in commentary.
- 3:00 PMWrestling Inc — Booker T Looks Back On Commentary Origins In WCW & WWE
"Booker T recently explained that his commentary role in WWE came after he first started trying to entertain the locker room in WCW.
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