Ken Anderson isnt hiding behind excuses when it comes to how his WWE run fell apart. In a new interview with the Heel Sh!t Podcast, the man once known as Mr. Kennedy opened up about what went wrongand owned the fact that he wasnt fully prepared to handle success when it came his way.
Anderson burst onto the WWE scene with a unique mic-drop gimmick and charisma that made him a fast fan favorite. From his Velocity debut to early momentum on SmackDown, it looked like he was on a straight path to the top. But that push eventually disappeared. Now, years later, hes offering his take on why.
One of the hosts told Anderson they always believed he had the talent to be a multiple-time world champion and even stick around backstage as a producer. Anderson didnt disagreebut he didnt shift the blame entirely to WWE either.
Andersons self-awareness stood out. He didnt point fingers. He didnt lash out. Instead, he reflected on the mentality that cost him longevity at the topand how hes used that experience to grow outside the ring.
Today, Anderson runs a wrestling school in Minnesota, training the next generation and passing on lessons he wishes he had understood sooner. The passion is still thereits just directed in a new way.
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