Wrestling icons and new talent share emotional moments during WrestleMania week
Summary
– Legends and trainees shared insights during WWE LFG panel
– Undertaker, Booker T, Mickie James, and Bubba Ray discussed coaching styles
– NXT hopefuls reflected on growth, challenges, and competition
The WWE LFG panel at WrestleMania 41 offered fans an in-depth look into the bond between legends and the next generation. Hosted by Joe Tessitore, the event highlighted the real emotions behind the making of Legends and Future Greats, airing on A&E.
Shawn Michaels opened the session by discussing the pressures of WrestleMania weekend, balancing his duties at NXT Stand & Deliver, and inducting Triple H into the Hall of Fame. Michaels emphasized how LFG captures the heart of WWE’s future, blending passion and mentorship.
The panel featured WWE Hall of Famers Undertaker, Booker T, Mickie James, and Bubba Ray Dudley. Each spoke candidly about their coaching challenges. Undertaker admitted adjusting his hard-nosed style for today’s generation was a learning curve. Mickie James shared her personal struggle with believing she belonged alongside the male legends as an equal coach.
Bubba Ray Dudley praised NXT’s tight structure and credited Shawn Michaels for running one of WWE’s strongest brands. However, he also warned that trainee BJ Ray might become a “wasted talent” if he couldn’t step out of his way.
Booker T’s energy lit up the discussion, reminding trainees that competition and hunger are essential for success. “Only one can win,” Booker said, pushing the importance of fighting for every opportunity.
Four LFG competitors—Shiloh Hill, Dani Sekelsky, Penina Tuilaepa, and BJ Ray—shared their experiences on stage. Shiloh delivered an impromptu promo that showcased his growth, while Dani earned high praise from Undertaker for respectfully asking to use his Hell’s Gate submission move. Penina connected her journey to her Samoan roots, and BJ Ray reflected on learning to balance authenticity with growth.
The event closed with an emotional group photo, symbolizing the passing of wisdom from legends to future greats, and setting the tone for WWE’s next generation of stars.
