WWE Hall Of Famer Beth Phoenix Opens Up About Early Career Setback

In a recent interview with Chris Van Vliet, WWE Hall of Famer Beth Phoenix candidly discussed a significant setback early in her wrestling career—a broken jaw just a month after her WWE debut in 2006.

The injury, which occurred during a match against Victoria, left Phoenix in a hospital bed, anxious about the future of her burgeoning career. Phoenix, also known as “The Glamazon,” described the incident as a devastating blow to her dreams.

I’ve ruined everything, I’ve sacrificed everything at that time. I really hadn’t had a chance to start making any money. I put my family second, everything my whole life, I had put all my eggs in the basket of wrestling and it blew up right in front of me.

The timing of the injury was particularly unfortunate, as Phoenix was on the brink of establishing herself alongside wrestling legends like Trish Stratus and Mickie James.

This was my moment, I’m standing beside Trish Stratus, I’m working with Mickie James and everything crashed.

Despite the initial despair, Phoenix found comfort in the support from key figures within WWE. Stephanie McMahon offered an uplifting pep talk, while Howard Finkel checked in to ensure her well-being. Their encouragement provided much-needed reassurance during this challenging period.

Victoria, her opponent in the match, expressed regret over the incident, but Phoenix quickly reassured her that the injury was not her fault.

Beth Phoenix’s story is a powerful reminder of the resilience required to succeed in professional wrestling. Her ability to overcome such a daunting obstacle not only underscored her determination but also paved the way for her successful career, culminating in her well-deserved induction into the WWE Hall of Fame.

WWE Hall Of Famer Beth Phoenix Confirms Exit From Company

During the same interview, former Women’s Champion Beth Phoenix confirmed that she was no longer under contract to the company, and adding that she was incredibly grateful for her time in WWE.

H/t to WrestlingInc.com