Eric Bischoff criticizes WWE for lack of real heat from heels
Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 12:30 PM
Last updated Jul 12, 2026

Eric Bischoff, speaking on "83 Weeks," states that WWE has not produced any heels with legitimate heat since the 1990s. He reflects on the reaction to Hulk Hogan's heel turn, stating that it created significant buzz within the industry that has not been replicated. Bischoff acknowledges that while current WWE talent perform well, they lack the authentic antagonistic draw seen in previous eras. He emphasizes that WWE generates formulaic heat rather than genuine reactions from audiences.
- •Bischoff claims WWE lacks real heel heat since the 1990s.
- •He cites Hogan's heel turn as a historic moment of authentic reaction.
- •Bischoff acknowledges current heels contribute but lack true heat.
- •He labels WWE's heat as formulaic compared to the past.
- 12:30 PMWrestling Inc — Eric Bischoff Says No Heel In The Last 30 Years Has Had Actual Heat In WWE
"Eric Bischoff claims that WWE hasn't produced a heel with legitimate heat since the 1990s.
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