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WWE is a major force in professional wrestling and boasts a diverse roster of talented wrestlers from around the globe. However, there has been criticism regarding the lack of diversity in their Premium Live Events. Triple H addressed this issue, but his comments sparked outrage among fans on social media.
Recently, there have been worries about how Black male wrestlers are booked on the main roster, especially since they are seldom showcased in the company’s Premium Live Events. It was then reported that WWE is aware of the issue and that there are expectations that it will be addressed moving forward, especially focusing on showcasing black male singles talent.
While speaking during the WWE Bad Blood Post-Show Press Conference, Triple H was asked about the recent criticisms regarding WWE’s lack of diversity on their roster, particularly noting that no Black talent was represented at the event. He responded by stating that he doesn’t differentiate based on color, nationality or gender, adding that he only sees talent. He clarified that his focus is on talent rather than representation.
Triple H further explained that WWE tells stories with the talent they have and prioritizes bringing those stories to life. He mentioned that he doesn’t keep track of representation and instead focuses on what is relevant and the biggest stories in wrestling.
“I don’t see the difference in anybody. I don’t see the color. I don’t see the nationality. I don’t see any of it. I just see talent. I don’t see the difference between men and women. I see talent. We tell stories with those talent. How they can handle those stories and how they can represent those stories and how we can bring those stories forward. I don’t keep track of any of that. I do what’s relevant and what is best and what is being delivered the best. That’s what goes. No different than the men and women, who main events. Whatever the biggest stories are, that’s where we go.”
Unfortunately, Triple H’s response was not met well on social media, as many fans were outraged by The Game claiming he doesn’t see color. Many fans blasted Triple H and accused him of being racist and disrespectful, among other things.
”@TripleH NEVER say, “You don’t see color”. We are black men/women before anything, and that comes off as dismissive and disrespectful. You stop at traffic lights, so you most definitely see color.
Triple H just said he don’t see color…s**** ass answer #WWEBadBlood
Somebody please tell Triple H that “I don’t see color” is a terrible answer re: representation. “Colorblindness” doesn’t stop racism. It just covers it up. If you’re head of Creative and don’t know why that answer sucked, Black wrestlers and fans can’t trust you
I’m usually one to give Triple H the benefit of the doubt, but this is a phrase white people need to REMOVE. To say you don’t color is to invalidate everything black people deal with because of their color. Please learn better.
Triple H creates all his factions based on race but he says he doesnt see color. What a liar!
Triple H went for the same cliched route “I don’t see Colour”, it’s a coded response for this:
Triple H DOES see color and race which is why he is purposely going out of his way NOT to book Black wrestlers for WWE PPV events and not giving Black wrestlers strong bookings or storylines. #TripleH #Racism #racistexposed #WWE #WWEBadBlood #BlackTwitter #WWERaw #SmackDown
So Triple H answers the question of Black representation by saying the classic “I don’t see color” line. big sigh. And we were rooting for you.”
Even Jinder Mahal addressed the need for WWE to showcase more South Asian talent. Therefore, it’s clear that WWE aims to avoid controversy regarding diversity, so it remains to be seen when they will include more diverse talent in their Premium Live Events. Triple H’s comments have already created significant backlash, revealing the ongoing concerns about representation in the company.
Do you believe Triple H's remarks were in poor taste? How do you think WWE will rectify their diversity issues? Please share your thoughts and feedback in the comment section below.
