Buff Bagwell isnt asking for a Hall of Fame ring he just wants credit for one of the most recognizable moves still popping up on wrestling television.
During his recent appearance on Insight with Chris Van Vliet, the former WCW star opened up about the Blockbuster neckbreaker, confirming that it was his creation and explaining why it still hits him every time he sees it used by modern stars. The topic came up naturally when Buff was asked directly whether he invented the move, and he didnt hesitate.
From there, Bagwell explained that seeing current wrestlers use it has become emotional for him, especially after noticing Logan Paul pull it out on WWE programming recently.
He made it clear this isnt about ego its about legacy. For Bagwell, the fact that a move he came up with more than 25 years ago is still being used on national television means he actually left something behind that mattered.
He also made a point of giving honest credit where its due. While the move itself was his creation, the name Blockbuster came from Disco Inferno after asking Buff if they could brand it that way.
The origin story behind the move is pure old-school wrestling chaos. Buff revealed the inspiration came from being a massive Rick Rude fan and wanting to create something similar to the Rude Awakening but with his own spin by launching off the ropes. He and Scotty Riggs literally workshopped the move in a hotel room on the beds the night before it debuted.
What makes the story even wilder is that they never got a proper in-ring rehearsal.
Bagwell admitted the frustrating part isnt seeing the move used its knowing that many fans watching today dont realize whose idea it was in the first place.
For a wrestler whose career has often been reduced to punchlines by critics over the years, this felt like something deeply personal. It wasnt about nostalgia. It was about validation. The move survived. The name survived. And decades later, new generations are still performing something that started in Buff Bagwells head.
If nothing else, the Blockbuster may end up being his most lasting contribution to wrestling even if WWE never officially tags it with his name.
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