Wrestling veteran Booker T recently offered his perspective on why he believes Tommy Dreamer, a 53-year-old legend, should have the honor of inducting Paul Heyman into the WWE Hall of Fame this year.
Tommy Dreamer, a pivotal figure in Extreme Championship Wrestling (ECW), found a mentor in Heyman, who recognized his potential and played a crucial part in molding Dreamer’s character as “The Innovator of Violence.”
Having shared a close bond with Heyman, especially viewing him as both a mentor and a friend, Dreamer emerged as a strong contender to induct Heyman, especially considering the significance of their relationship.
Speaking on his Hall of Fame podcast, Booker T emphasized Dreamer’s deep-rooted connection to Heyman and ECW’s heyday, stating:
“For me, it should be somebody who really has a true connection. And I think that’s Dreamer, man. Dreamer, he was the guy in ECW. In ECW, when it literally was at its height, Tommy Dreamer was the guy that really pulling in that company, man, and pulled that ship. He was the guy. He was there from the beginning man. And I saw a young – go back and watch the footage. A young Tommy Dreamer. Good looking, handsome, The Innovator of Violence. No, that’s who it would be for me. It’d be Tommy Dreamer.” (H/T 411mania.com)
Regarding Heyman’s recent appearance with ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith, the two engaged in a friendly rivalry over who could be a better wrestling manager.
Oh man @HeymanHustle pic.twitter.com/ZwUkeVUenG
— Stephen A Smith (@stephenasmith) March 13, 2024
Smith, expressing admiration for Heyman’s influence, playfully hinted at taking over his role in WWE.
With Heyman’s impending induction into the WWE Hall of Fame, speculation abounds regarding potential candidates to do the honor, including Brock Lesnar, CM Punk, and Roman Reigns. However, the final decision remains to be seen as WrestleMania weekend approaches.
