Real Canadian Wrestling just cut ties with one of its performers after a firestorm erupted over an ICE-themed ring entrance during a recent live event in Edmonton.
The January 24 incident involved a wrestler who entered wearing a t-shirt with ICE on the backside of it, referencing U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. The decision didnt sit right with the crowdor fellow performers.
Independent wrestler Kato the Luchador took to Instagram shortly after the show to blast the act, connecting it to real-world tragedies involving immigration enforcement and recent violence.
The outrage online was swift, and RCW responded with a public statement, confirming the gimmick was never approved by management and that the performer involved has been fired immediately.
The company also acknowledged the emotional damage the moment caused for audience members:
This controversy has reignited the conversation about gimmicks and boundaries in pro wrestlingespecially when real-world trauma is used for storyline heat.
Do you think wrestling promotions should implement stricter oversight on gimmicks and character portrayals? Or is the industry already walking a tight enough line? Drop your thoughts in the comments below.
