Michael PS Hayes discusses issues with Vince McMahon in WWE
Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 1, 2026, 3:30 PM
Last updated Nov 1, 2026
Michael PS Hayes reflected on his early days in WWE during an interview with Steph McMahon. He described how the Fabulous Freebirds had a brief stint in 1984 but left due to creative disagreements and an infamous altercation with André the Giant. Hayes recounted how they were pressured by Vince McMahon and the fallout that followed, including a disastrous meeting where he fell asleep. Despite the tension, Hayes later assumed a significant backstage role in WWE but at first was presented as 'Dok Hendrix'.
- •Michael PS Hayes recalls conflicts with Vince McMahon in the 1980s.
- •The Fabulous Freebirds left WWE over creative disagreements.
- •Hayes discussed an altercation involving André the Giant.
- •Following their exit, Hayes later returned to WWE in a different role.
- •The Freebirds were inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2016.
- 3:30 PMWrestling Inc — WWE's Michael PS Hayes Recalls Falling Out With Vince McMahon During Freebirds Era
"Michael PS Hayes didn't make the best first impression on Vince McMahon, but later became one of the company's top producers.
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