Bully Ray compares AEW's Danhausen situation to WCW's missed opportunity
Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 10:13 PM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026

On June 16, Bully Ray discussed AEW's handling of Danhausen on "Busted Open Radio." He expressed concern that AEW may be "missing the boat" on Danhausen's potential, likening it to WCW's failure to capitalize on a top talent during the Attitude Era. Danhausen has gained significant popularity since his WWE debut after a lackluster performance at Elimination Chamber. His recent success includes influencing the New York Knicks, who won the NBA Championship after he uncursed the team. Bully Ray emphasized that Danhausen is now more of a cultural figure rather than just a wrestling talent, suggesting that AEW President Tony Khan may struggle to properly book him.
- •Bully Ray noted AEW's potential missed opportunity with Danhausen.
- •Danhausen gained fame after influencing the Knicks' championship run.
- •Bully Ray compared this situation to WCW's handling of Steve Austin.
- •AEW President Tony Khan may not understand how to utilize Danhausen.
- •Danhausen is now viewed as a cultural figure in addition to a wrestler.
- 10:13 PMWrestling Inc — Bully Ray Compares AEW 'Missing' On WWE's Danhausen To Top Attitude Era Star In WCW
"Bully Ray questioned if AEW "missing the boat" on Danhausen is as big as WCW fumbling one major Attitude Era star.
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