It was reported yesterday that WWE had released long-time ring announcer Greg Hamilton. Hamilton had recently been in an odd social media feud with rapper West Side Gunn after it was found that the artist used sound clips of Hamilton and many others in wrestling for a few tracks of his.
In a Wednesday morning Instagram post, the former WWE voice thanked the fans for a great run. He outlined his priorities for the future and gave a warning about social media.
After 6 years and 52 weeks a year, it’s time to say “goodbye”. First and foremost, don’t let the internet or social media gas you up; this was a mutual respect departure from a great company. Nothing but respect from both sides. It’s business. We all know our worth.
Also understand that what you see on social media is exactly that. It’s not real life. Especially for your favorite Superstars. They are human beings with real lives, and INCREDIBLE human beings. The hate, the bullying….that is read and internalized by real human beings….not characters. That needs to be said for my friends.
And as I get older, my mother is in her 70’s; my sister Jessi who has cerebral palsy…those are my priorities. Not chasing fame, not being on television. 52 weeks a year became too much. Without our mental health, we have nothing.
But man…..what a ride….there are truly no fans like the
#WWEuniverse. Wow. 6 continents over 6 years; embracing your love and passion has truly changed me as a person. I am forever grateful.”
WWE has not made a statement regarding the situation and it is unknown if the battle of words with Westside Gunn had any part in WWE releasing Hamilton.
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