Is WWE Really Fake?

Why do people think WWE is fake? We explore the evidence and theories that suggest pro wrestling is predetermined.

The History of WWE

WWE has been around for a long time and has been entertaining fans for just as long. The company has gone through many changes over the years, but one thing has remained the same: the wrestlers are still entertaining. However, there is a lot of controversy surrounding the company.

The McMahon Family

Vince McMahon is the chairman and CEO of WWE, and his wife Linda McMahon is the current Administrator of the Small Business Administration. Their children are Shane McMahon, who is a WWE executive, and Stephanie McMahon, who is WWE’s Chief Brand Officer. The McMahon family has been involved in WWE since its early days, when Vince’s father, Vincent J. McMahon, took over the struggling company from its founder, Roderick James “Jess” McMahon.

The Attitude Era

The Attitude Era was a time in WWE that was defined by an edgier product, with more mature content and storylines. This era is often considered to be the most successful in WWE history, as it coincides with the company’s highest viewership numbers.

The Attitude Era began in 1997, after WWE owner Vince McMahon bought out rival company WCW. McMahon then began a storyline where he was the evil owner of WWE, while his daughter Stephanie McMahon was the goody-two-shoes General Manager of the company. This led to the formation of two factions: D-Generation X (DX), a rebellious group led by Shawn Michaels, and The Corporation, agroup of WWE employees who were loyal to Mr. McMahon.

The Attitude Era reached its peak in 1999, during the “Monday Night Wars” between WWE and WCW. At this time, WWE’s programming became more adult-oriented, with explicit language and suggestive content. This approach proved to be successful, as WWE’s ratings increased significantly during this time period.

The Attitude Era came to an end in 2001, after the World Trade Center attacks. WWE then toned down its product and returned to a more family-friendly style of programming.

The Myths of WWE

For years, the WWE has been accused of being fake. While the matches are certainly scripted, the athletes are real and the pain is real. The wrestlers train hard to maintain their bodies and to put on a good show for the fans. Let’s take a look at some of the myths about the WWE.

The Script

In professional wrestling, wrestlers follow a script, which is a basic outline of the match. The wrestlers know what spots they need to hit, when to hit them, and how to hit them. This is why wrestling matches often look choreographed. However, wrestlers do have some leeway to ad-lib and improvise within the context of the match.

The Outcomes

While the matches themselves are mostly pre-determined, that doesn’t mean that everything that happens in WWE is fake. In fact, a lot of what goes on is very real, and the athletes put their bodies on the line every single night.

However, there are some things that are definitely fake, such as the steel cage match. In a steel cage match, wrestlers escape the cage by either climbing over the top or through the door. The problem is that the cage is made of incredibly flimsy steel, and it’s very easy for wrestlers to break through it.

Another example of something that’s fake in WWE is when wrestlers get hit with chairs. The chairs are made of soft foam, so they don’t hurt when they hit someone. However, they can still make a noise when they hit someone, which makes it seem like they hurt more than they actually do.

The Injuries

While wrestlers are55092 often injury-prone due to the wear and tear of performing several nights a week, the hardcore fan knows that many of the “injuries” are part of the show.9479 In fact, wrestlers have to be careful not to get hurt during matches, as they can legitimately injure their opponents.

The Reality of WWE

For years the WWE has been under scrutiny for being “fake”. People have claimed that the WWE is nothing more than two guys in tights pretending to hurt each other for entertainment. In some sense, this is true. The WWE is scripted. The matches are not completely spontaneous or random. However, that does not mean that the WWE is not real.

The Training

The training to become a professional wrestler is incredibly grueling. It takes years of training to develop the level of athleticism and stamina needed to perform in the ring.

In addition to the physical training, wrestlers also have to learn how to take bumps and land safely. This is done by practicing in a safe environment, usually with other wrestlers who can help break their fall.

While it is true that some elements of professional wrestling are pre-determined, the athletes who perform in the ring are real athletes who have put in years of hard work to perfect their craft.

The Stunts

While the matches themselves are choreographed, the wrestlers often take very real risks during the course of a match. High-flying stunts, weapon shots, and falls all have the potential to go wrong, and serious injuries are not uncommon. In fact, according to a 2017 study, WWE wrestlers suffer more injuries than athletes in any other sport.

One of the most famous examples is Owen Hart, who died in 1999 after falling 78 feet from the rafters during a pay-per-view event. While wrestling accidents like this are rare, they do underscore the fact that WWE is not as fake as many people think.

The Acting

In story arcs that span multiple matches, the outcomes are rehearsed ahead of time so the wrestlers can improvise within the confines of the storyline. The unscripted nature of wrestling leads to injuries, and sometimes these are used to write a wrestler out of a storyline. The 2016 documentary film SLAMMED: All Beyond Pro Wrestling explores how wrestlers build bonds with each other despite the acting.