RVD Reveals How a Sugar Momma Relationship Supported Him Through His Early Wrestling Career

WWE Hall of Famer Rob Van Dam didn’t hold back during his appearance on The Dirty Secrets Podcast with Kate Shelor, sharing a candid story about how he found himself in a sugar momma relationship during his early wrestling days. In a time when making ends meet was a struggle, RVD admitted that dating a financially supportive woman wasn’t just a perk—it was almost a necessity.

“She asked me out, and I was like, ‘Sure, why not?’” RVD recalled, setting the stage for his story. “Back in 1990 or ’91, I was barely scraping by, making $35 wrestling at the Tampa Sportatorium on Thursday nights. If I got lucky, I might land a $50 match here or there, but I was bouncing at bars just to get by. I couldn’t even afford dinner most of the time.”

Enter the sugar momma. RVD shared how he started dating a woman who had previously been involved with another wrestler. “I didn’t even think about whether there were feelings there or anything. Looking back, I was probably an asshole to that guy,” he admitted. “But she knew I was broke, and she’d pay for dinner, order drinks, and just make me feel like I’d made it out of Battle Creek.”

The relationship became even more significant when RVD found himself needing a place to stay. “Shortly after, I ended up needing a place to live, and she was there for me,” he said. “A lot of guys back then considered that a score—someone who could help you get by when wrestling wasn’t paying the bills.”

RVD’s unapologetic story of survival in the early days of his wrestling career offers a glimpse into the hustle it took to make ends meet. From $35 paydays to finding a sugar momma who had his back, the Hall of Famer’s journey proves that sometimes, you’ve got to do what it takes to keep the dream alive. Love him or hate him, RVD’s honesty always keeps fans coming back for more.

What do you think about Rob Van Dam’s story? Does it highlight a unique part of wrestling culture, or do you think it’s a sign of the times? Share your thoughts in the comments below!

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