Former WWE star Terri Runnels, best known for managing her then-husband Dustin “Goldust” Rhodes, recently reflected on her challenging WWE career. While she participated in several storylines, she confessed to disliking in-ring competition the most. In an interview with “Ring the Belle,” Runnels described the shock of suddenly being told she would wrestle live on TV in front of thousands of fans with very little notice. She found the experience extremely tough and even asked Vince McMahon not to make her wrestle, but ultimately, she had no choice but to compete.
Runnels also recalled her Summerslam and WrestleMania matches, explaining that wrestling wasn’t really her passion. She vividly remembered a particularly harrowing moment during a match that involved swallowing syrup and tiny feathers, which made her feel like she was suffocating and possibly dying live on television.
Fan Take: This candid look back reminds WWE fans of the immense pressure performers face behind the scenes, often stepping far outside their comfort zones. Terri Runnels’ experience highlights the physical and emotional challenges in wrestling, reinforcing the respect fans should have for every athlete who steps into the ring.
