WWE Hall Of Famer Opens Up About WrestleMania Pay Disappointment
In a recent podcast episode, WWE Hall of Famer Jake “The Snake” Roberts shared his feelings about the pay he received for his WrestleMania VI match against “The Million Dollar Man” Ted DiBiase. Despite the match’s significance on the card, Roberts admitted to feeling underpaid for his efforts.
During the podcast, titled The Snake Pit, Roberts delved into the details of his 1990 feud with DiBiase, which reached its climax at WrestleMania VI. The storyline was a fan favorite at the time, and their match was well-received by the audience. Roberts expressed his disappointment, saying, “Here it is, WrestleMania, and this angle between DiBiase and me was one of the hottest things going, but it didn’t get paid like that. If my memory is good, I think I got 25 grand for that.”
Despite the $25,000 payout, it was revealed that headliners Hulk Hogan and The Ultimate Warrior each earned a staggering $1 million for their match at the same event. This stark contrast in pay sheds light on the significant pay gap between main event stars and other performers on the card, even when matches generate substantial fan interest.
Jake Roberts Recalls Warning Former WWE Stars About Their Behavior
In a surprising revelation, Jake Roberts shared a cautionary tale about his encounter with former WWE Tag Team Champions The Nasty Boys, Brian Knobbs and Jerry Sags. Just weeks before Knobbs fell victim to a stabbing incident, Roberts had warned the duo about their rowdy behavior.
Roberts recounted how he advised The Nasty Boys to be mindful of their actions, cautioning them that their behavior could potentially lead to dangerous consequences. Tragically, a few weeks after Roberts’ warning, Knobbs was indeed involved in a stabbing incident during a traffic altercation.
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