NWA President Billy Corgan has stepped forward to address the mounting controversy surrounding Tyrus (formerly known as Brodus Clay), primarily stemming from his incendiary political commentary on the Fox News network. Corgan took a resolute stance in defense of Tyrus, asserting that those who neglect to watch him are essentially neglecting a fundamental aspect of wrestling fandom.
Tyrus found himself embroiled in yet another round of controversy during an appearance on the Fox News show ‘Gutfeld,’ where a discourse regarding gender pronouns came into play. In response to a hypothetical situation involving his children expressing their preferred pronouns, Tyrus responded with a quip that reverberated widely: “If my kids came home and said, ‘Daddy, my pronouns are this, this, and this.’ Yeah, my pronoun would be ‘ass-whooping.'”
However, this provocative comment elicited an equally vigorous response from former WWE star Lance Storm. In a succinct yet powerful statement, Storm unequivocally conveyed his disapproval: “Let me put this as politely as I can. Fuck this guy. 🌈 People stirring this kind of hate leads to people getting killed and everyone on this show is just laughing.”
Storm’s denouncement of Tyrus’s statement underscores the potent role that media figures play in shaping public discourse and attitudes. He points out the potentially perilous consequences of disseminating rhetoric that fuels hatred and prejudice, warning that such actions can culminate in real-world harm. The sentiment expressed by Storm reflects the mounting concern about the power of media to either exacerbate or ameliorate societal divisions.
In an era where public figures’ words and actions carry significant weight, this exchange underscores the ongoing dialogue about the responsibilities associated with wielding influence through the media, as well as the broader implications of incendiary remarks in today’s polarized climate.
People stirring this kind of hate leads to people getting killed and everyone on this show is just laughing.
— Lance Storm (@LanceStorm) August 22, 2023
