The landscape of professional wrestling has undergone significant transformation over the years, mirroring the broader shifts in societal norms. In a notable deviation from the traditional script of the wrestling world, one WWE Hall of Famer finds himself under scrutiny for deploying offensive language. A necessary trigger warning accompanies the discussion of this matter.
Missy Beefcake, the spouse of WWE Hall of Famer Brutus “The Barber” Beefcake, has taken to her social media platforms to share video clips that spotlight Greg “The Hammer” Valentine’s use of derogatory language targeted at the LGBTQ+ community. Drawing attention to these videos, Missy Beefcake accompanied the content with a caption that encapsulates the gravity of the situation.
“Greg Valentine making homophobic remarks! He’s disgusting!!!!”
The clips in question reveal Greg Valentine using explicit language, including the offensive term “fggot.” In one instance, he boldly states, “You fcking fggot. I can whip you with one arm tied behind my fcking back!” Another segment captures Valentine referencing “The f*ggot on CNN besides Don Lemon,” with subsequent clarification that he was targeting Anderson Cooper.
This type of language may have found tolerance in the bygone era of territorial pro wrestling, during which Greg “The Hammer” Valentine ascended to fame. However, the year is now 2023, and societal norms and expectations have evolved significantly. Consequently, Valentine is facing considerable backlash for his use of derogatory remarks, prompting a reassessment of acceptable discourse within the wrestling community.
Greg Valentine making homophobic remarks! He’s disgusting!!!! #gregvalentine #homophobic #WWE #gregthehammervalentine pic.twitter.com/1oPCEe3F5a
— MISSY BEEFCAKE (@MissyBeefcake) December 29, 2023
