5 wrestling superstars who cheated death
Professional wrestling is often looked down upon by those, who believe that it isn’t a sport and that the performers don’t endure much pain. However, the truth is completely different, as the performers put their body and safety on the line every time they enter the ring. Their stories are just as fascinating outside the ring, as numerous performers past and present have made a name for themselves for their exploits off camera. However, their brash attitude and lifestyle have often landed them in trouble.
One must also understand that sometimes, it is difficult to separate the on-screen persona from their real-life one, and even if the superstars don’t go around looking for trouble, they often find themselves in situations where they have to fight for their lives. In this article, we take a look at five superstars that cheated death, whether it is inside a wrestling ring or outside of it.
#5 Scott Steiner
Scott Steiner will go down in history as one of the most entertaining performers, although it is debatable if that would be good entertainment or car – crash esque entertainment. Scott was never shy, and his shenanigans in WCW and WWE made him one of the most followed performers in the industry. Steiner’s often incoherent ramblings and his not so articulate verbiage always made for great TV, and as a performer, Steiner underwent a transformation during his time with WCW, from being a more technical grappler to a powerhouse.
Steiner’s short temper and his love to get into scuffles might not go down well with others, but everyone from the wrestling fraternity was shocked when during a TNA house show, Steiner was kicked in the throat by his opponent, Apolo, and Steiner started coughing up blood. When taken to a hospital, the doctors gave Steiner just five hours to live, and he was diagnosed with a torn trachea. Steiner was then placed in an induced coma for two weeks, and true to his character, Steiner fought back defiantly and returned to active wrestling merely months later.