Mark Henry Reveals WWE Sent Him to Canada After Altercation with Shawn Michaels and The Kliq

Mark Henry’s tenure in WWE was marked not only by his remarkable strength but also by the ribbing he endured from his colleagues. Upon joining WWE in 1997 under a decade-long contract, he quickly became known as “The World’s Strongest Man,” a title earned through his impressive feats in weightlifting competitions.

In a conversation with The Undertaker on Six Feet Under, Henry reminisced about his early days in WWE, sharing an anecdote involving Shawn Michaels that showcased his fiery temperament.

Recounting the incident, Henry revealed, “I got in trouble, and they sent me to Canada, because I threatened to kill Shawn Michaels and the entire Kliq. I meant that shit. I meant it, but I found out later on that it was Paul Bearer who hid my crutches. I blamed it on Shawn.”

Undertaker, amused by the revelation, remarked on Bearer’s mischievous nature.

Henry elaborated, recalling how Sid, standing behind Michaels, unwittingly found himself drawn into the confrontation. “When I threatened him, Sid was [imitates heavy breathing]. I was like, ‘The fuck you breathing heavy for? I’m not talking to you, but if you want it, you can get it too.'”

Reflecting on his behavior, Henry acknowledged his past impulsiveness. “That’s when I was stupid. You can’t be in a professional industry with no couth. They’re going to get rid of you. It happened to me.”

However, Henry credited Owen Hart with providing a valuable lesson in wrestling etiquette. “Owen Hart let me know that people didn’t rib me because they didn’t like me, they ribbed me because they thought it was funny when I got mad.”

Henry’s WWE journey spanned nearly a quarter of a century before his departure in 2021 to join AEW, leaving behind a legacy of strength, resilience, and a few colorful anecdotes along the way.

What are your thoughts on Mark Henry’s reflections on his early days in WWE, particularly his fiery temperament and the ribbing he endured from his colleagues? How do you think such experiences shaped his career and legacy in professional wrestling? Share your insights and reflections in the comment section below!