Insight with Chris Van Vliet

The Undertaker On Never Breaking Kayfabe, Retirement, Cody Rhodes, WrestleMania (Interview From June 2024)

Jul 17, 2025
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Mark Calaway
Mark Calaway, known to fans as The Undertaker, reflects on his legendary wrestling career spanning over three decades. He shares humorous anecdotes, including the infamous wardrobe malfunction during a match and the memorable moment of forgetting his match with Brock Lesnar at WrestleMania 30. Calaway also discusses his recent return to help Cody Rhodes and the emotional complexities of retirement. With insights into storytelling in wrestling, he emphasizes the importance of legacy, humor, and the evolving dynamics of the wrestling world.
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Legacy as Deadman and Bad Ass

  • Mark reflects that The Undertaker character defines his legacy but he enjoyed being American Bad Ass.
  • The latter gave him freedom to cut promos and be relevant in a dynamic era.
ANECDOTE

Origin of Undertaker's Eye Roll

  • Mark learned to roll his eyes during a match accidentally, enhancing his Undertaker character.
  • The creepy eye roll became a signature move that thrilled audiences.
INSIGHT

Protect Your Finisher Move

  • Mark advises wrestlers to protect their finishing moves as the most important aspect.
  • He introduced multiple finishers to keep matches fresh and for self-preservation.
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