Mark Henry Advocates for Velveteen Dream’s Redemption with Second Chance Plea

Velveteen Dream’s journey in WWE took a dramatic turn following allegations that led to the hashtag #FireVelveteenDream trending whenever he appeared on television. This controversy marked one of the most significant falls from grace in WWE history. Interestingly, despite the controversy surrounding Dream, WWE Hall of Famer Mark Henry believes that Dream deserves a second chance.

Velveteen Dream began 2024 with an apology video addressing multiple scandals, expressing remorse and hinting at potentially returning to the ring. As it turns out, Velveteen Dream then made his in-ring appearance for the first time in years at Dynasty in New York.

During a virtual signing hosted by K & S WrestleFest with Mark Henry, the topic of assembling a modern-day Nation of Domination arose. Henry shared his picks, naming Powerhouse Hobbs as the top draft pick, followed by Omos and Carmelo Hayes. However, Henry expressed a desire for members who weren’t universally liked, stating his preference for individuals like Bobby Lashley.

Henry then introduced a wildcard pick, Velveteen Dream, stating that it’s time for him to receive a second chance. Henry recounted seeing Clark at a recent convention and praised his appearance.

While acknowledging the controversy surrounding Clark and the importance of addressing allegations in the cancel culture era, Henry added the need for grace and forgiveness. He shared his personal experience of being falsely accused and noted the importance of giving individuals a second chance, provided they don’t repeat their mistakes in the future.

So easy (to pick a new Nation of Domination). Number one draft pick, (Powerhouse) Hobbs, and then number two, Omos, and then I would go Carmelo Hayes and as much as I love Trick Williams, I think that Trick is — he’s too liked. I want people that people don’t like. I want Bobby Lashley. I want people that you just don’t like ‘em. 

And there’s a lot of young guys that I think could hold up. But, my wildcard would probably be Velveteen Dream, would be Patrick (Clark). I think it’s time for his second chance. A lot of people in the world of wrestling love the talent. We’re in a cancel culture that is justified as so. We need a cancel culture. But, at some point, you gotta have grace and forgiveness and you gotta see if that person is gonna bury themselves again because habitual line steppers, that’s exactly who they are. Once they get that second chance and they’re out, I ain’t cosigning for you no more. But, everybody needs their second chance. I think that would be my new Nation.

Looked great too (at the convention I was at). I saw him.

A lot of people didn’t want to touch that and you know, I don’t get into the guilt or innocence. Even though, from what I’m understanding, there was a lot of confusion and judgment about male sexuality, which I’m not a politician and I’m not gonna cast judgment one way or the other but I do realize I’ve been lied on before, so I know what it feels like to not be able to defend yourself in the court of public opinion, and at some point, you gotta say, you know what? Whatever happened, happened. But I need to make a living and I need another chance and I’m begging the fans for a chance. That’s what I would do. I would throw myself on the mercy of the fans, and say give me another shot.”

The wrestling promoter who booked Velveteen Dream for the Dynasty show in New York also defended his decision to do so. Regardless, we will have to wait and see whether Velveteen Dream will be given a second chance in the end.

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