Jake Roberts Recalls How Much He Was Paid For His WrestleMania 6 Match

WWE Hall of Famer Jake Roberts has opened up about his disappointment with the pay he received for his WrestleMania VI clash against “The Million Dollar Man” Ted DiBiase, despite the bout’s significance.

Speaking on an episode of his podcast The Snake Pit, Roberts reflected on his 1990 feud with DiBiase, a storyline that was among the most popular heading into WrestleMania VI. Their match was well-received by fans and played a prominent role on the card.

“Here it is, WrestleMania, and this angle between DiBiase and me was one of the hottest things going, but it didn’t get paid like that,” Roberts said. “If my memory is good, I think I got 25 grand for that.”

Although $25,000 might seem like a substantial payday, it is modest when compared to reported figures for the event’s main event performers. Hulk Hogan and The Ultimate Warrior, who headlined the show, were each said to have earned $1 million for their iconic match.

Roberts’ comments shed light on the significant pay disparity that existed between main event stars and other high-profile talents during that era. Despite their match’s popularity and its strong reception from fans, Roberts’ compensation fell far short of those at the very top of the card.

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