Devon Dudley is tired of being told to stay quiet about his experiences with racism in the wrestling industry especially when the pushback is coming from his own community.
On a recent episode of Devon & The Duke, the WWE Hall of Famer finally addressed fans whove criticized him for revealing that Jim Ross allegedly made racist comments to him over 20 years ago. While some argue its old news, Devon made it clear: the trauma doesnt expire just because it happened decades ago.
Devon didnt even want to name Ross at first, but said he was pressured into revealing it after both Maven and Bubba Ray Dudley pushed him to speak up. Even then, he tried to protect Ross out of sympathy something that earned him unexpected backlash from fans.
He emphasized that holding it in for so long wasnt easy, and the only reason it finally came out was because the story needed to be told especially when it comes to accountability in positions of power.
Devon also sounded off on the entitlement he sees from fans online particularly on social media platforms like Twitter (now X). While he loves interacting with supporters at live events or scheduled appearances, hes frustrated with the way some fans act like they own the talent.
Devon made it clear that while he has love for his fans, respect is a two-way street and if some dont like what he has to say about real-life experiences, thats on them.
Devon Dudley has never shied away from the truth, and hes not about to start now. Whether its racism in the locker room or toxic entitlement online, hes speaking from the heart and from experience.
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