Eric Bischoff critiques DDP's rise in WCW on podcast
Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 24, 2026, 4:00 PM
Last updated Oct 24, 2026
Eric Bischoff discussed Diamond Dallas Page's popularity in WCW during an episode of "83 Weeks". Bischoff argues that Page's authentic persona, transitioning away from larger-than-life gimmicks, was critical to his success rather than his signature move, the Diamond Cutter. He believes Page connected with fans by being true to himself, enhancing the effectiveness of his finishing move as a result. The discussion highlights a divergence of opinion on what contributed most to Page's rise in wrestling during that era.
- •Bischoff disagrees with the notion that the Diamond Cutter was key to Page's popularity.
- •He emphasizes that Page's authenticity resonated more with fans.
- •The commentary took place on the podcast "83 Weeks."
- •Bischoff believes Page was better received once he abandoned gimmicks.
- •Page's prior personas were deemed unmemorable by Bischoff.
- 4:00 PMWrestling Inc — WWE HOFer Eric Bischoff Disagrees With How Diamond Dallas Page Got Over In WCW
"According to Eric Bischoff, it was a simplification of Dallas Page's onscreen persona that won him over with fans, rather than his finishing move.
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