The Undertaker, widely regarded as one of the greatest big men in WWE history, is known for his intimidating presence in the ring and his unmatched wrestling skills. However, few people know about the kind and caring side of the Deadman, who went out of his way to help fellow giant Nathan Jones fulfill his potential in the WWE.
Nathan Jones, a 6’10” and 340-pound powerhouse, was touted as a future WrestleMania opponent for The Undertaker in the early 2000s. Jones, a former powerlifter, had a promising start in the WWE, but his tenure was short-lived. He abruptly left the company during an overseas tour in December 2003, citing frustration with the hectic travel schedule.
Before joining the WWE, Jones had a tumultuous past, serving seven years in prison for committing eight armed robberies. Despite his troubled past, Jones had the potential to become a WWE star, and The Undertaker saw something in him that encouraged him to take Jones under his wing.
JR Ryder, a WWE enhancement talent in the late 1990s and early 2000s, recently shared a fascinating story about The Undertaker’s kindness towards Jones on the Cheap Heat Productions Podcast. Ryder recalled how The Deadman produced a match between Jones and Ryder at the March 11, 2003, taping of WWE Velocity, which was just two weeks before Jones helped The Undertaker defeat A-Train and The Big Show at WrestleMania 19.
Ryder believes that WWE’s creative team should have given Jones more experience before pushing him into a prominent storyline. Despite Jones’ potential, he left the WWE and went on to pursue a successful acting career, appearing in films like Mad Max: Fury Road, Ricky Stanicky, and Troy.
The Undertaker’s kindness towards Jones is a testament to his character and his willingness to help others succeed. The Deadman’s legacy extends beyond his achievements in the ring, and his contributions to the WWE will be remembered for generations to come.
The Undertaker’s kindness towards Nathan Jones is a shining example of his compassionate and supportive nature. His efforts to help Jones reach his full potential may not have yielded the desired results, but they demonstrate his commitment to making the wrestling world a better place.
