Diamond Dallas Page reflects on WCW contract struggles
Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 7:00 PM
Last updated Sep 19, 2026

Diamond Dallas Page discussed his time in WCW during a recent podcast appearance, revealing he earned significantly less than many peers while rising in prominence from 1997 to 1998. Despite earning $250,000 and $275,000 annually while many made millions, Page prioritized living out his dream over financial gain. He acknowledged that he had to work exceptionally hard to make a name for himself in a competitive roster. The former wrestler's career began later than most, after a knee injury sidelined him, but he has since become known for his work in rehabilitation and fitness training.
- •Page earned $250,000 and $275,000 in his WCW contracts.
- •He became a recognized star despite joining wrestling in his 30s.
- •Page worked hard to succeed among a stacked WCW roster.
- •He is also known for rehabilitating pro wrestlers.
- •Page returned to wrestling in 1991 after a career pause.
- 7:00 PMWrestling Inc — Diamond Dallas Page Says He Accepted Lesser WCW Contract To Live Out His Dream
"According to Diamond Dallas Page, he was making significantly less money than most of his peers in WCW during a prominent point of his career.
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