Mark Henry on the Importance of African American Representation in Wrestling

– During a recent edition of Busted Open Radio, WWE Hall of Famer Mark Henry discussed the importance of African American representation in professional wrestling. Below are some highlights (via WrestlingInc.com):

Mark Henry on the importance of giving African Americans a platform in wrestling: “For the culture of Black people in pro wrestling … you have to pull the Black issue up, because the school is not going to do it in the history books. I was entrusted the mantle by one of the greats, Ernie Ladd … You go through the collection of African-American wrestlers that are on TV today, they have a link to me. My link in the chain is a very, very strong one.”

On the people he wants to help and influence with his career: “When I die, they’re not going to talk about my championships. They’re not going to talk about how much weight I lifted. They’re going to talk about all the Black people I influenced.”

Mark Henry on the Importance of African American Representation in Wrestling

Mark Henry on the Importance of African American Representation in Wrestling

Mark Henry on the Importance of African American Representation in Wrestling

Mark Henry on the Importance of African American Representation in Wrestling

Mark Henry on the Importance of African American Representation in Wrestling