Kurt Angle Takes Credit for the ‘Wrestling Machine’ Gimmick Used In WWE

WWE Hall of Famer Kurt Angle has accomplished a lot during his time in WWE, having a remarkable rookie year and going on to become a legend in the business. He gained favor with the likes of Vince McMahon, earning his trust in the process. It appears that McMahon was responsible for his ‘Wrestling Machine’ gimmick as well.

The Olympic Gold Medallist earned several accolades throughout his career, including becoming a multi-time World Champion. Angle has also faced many legendary pro wrestlers in his career, which includes the likes of The Rock, The Undertaker and more.

In 2006, Kurt Angle debuted what arguably became his best gimmick, as he was simply known as the ‘Wrestling Machine’ and had a series of stellar matches with every WWE Superstar under the sun.

While speaking on The Kurt Angle Show Podcast, the WWE Hall Of Famer talked about the origins of his ‘Wrestling Machine’ character and revealed that it all started because of a talk with Vince McMahon.

“I came up with it. Vince McMahon came to me and said, ‘Listen, we need to stop doing the funny stuff. I want you to be taken more seriously.’ I said, ‘Yeah, that’s fine. What do you want from me?’ He said, ‘I just want a really intense Kurt Angle.’ I said, ‘How about The Wrestling Machine?’ He said, ‘That’s a good idea.’ So that’s how it all started. It was my idea, and I ran with it. Yeah, it worked out really well. Unfortunately, it didn’t last that long because I wasn’t in WWE long after that, but for the very beginning in ECW, it worked.”

Kurt Angle also regretted not having huge merchandise sales like Steve Austin and John Cena. He also recently turned down a WWE Draft appearance. It remains to be seen what the future holds for Angle as a WWE return could happen in the future.

What’s your opinion on what Kurt Angle said? Did you love his ‘Wrestling Machine’ persona? Let us know in the comments!