A Fun Revelation from WWE’s Most Wanted Treasures on A&E
Summary
– On A&E’s “WWE’s Most Wanted Treasures,” focused on WCW memorabilia, Lita explored the story behind Scott Hall’s iconic toothpick flick with insights from Diamond Dallas Page (DDP).
– DDP recounted an amusing anecdote about how the toothpick became a part of Hall’s wrestling persona due to an accidental moment during a promo at a Waffle House.
– The toothpick, initially meant to be a shared gimmick between DDP and Hall, became Hall’s signature move after DDP accidentally dropped his during a promo.
In a nostalgic and light-hearted segment of “WWE’s Most Wanted Treasures,” Lita discussed the origin of one of wrestling’s most memorable mannerisms: Scott Hall’s toothpick flick. The episode featured DDP sharing the story behind this small but significant detail that became a hallmark of Hall’s character.
According to DDP, the idea originated spontaneously at a Waffle House, where the duo incorporated toothpicks into their gimmick. However, DDP accidentally dropped his toothpick during their debut promo, leaving Hall to perform the flick solo. This mishap serendipitously birthed “The Bad Guy” persona, which would become synonymous with Hall, especially in his Razor Ramon character in WWE.
This episode of “WWE’s Most Wanted Treasures” not only provided a peek into the playful and unplanned moments that can define a wrestler’s career but also celebrated the legacy of Scott Hall, highlighting the light-hearted origins of what would become an iconic part of his wrestling persona.
