Something to Wrestle with Bruce Prichard

Episode 79: Goldust

Dec 22, 2017

Dive into the intriguing world of Goldust, one of wrestling's most controversial characters! Discover the behind-the-scenes politicking that shaped Dustin Rhodes' career and the creative processes behind Goldust's unforgettable debut. From wrestling legends to family dynamics, uncover the emotional struggles behind his persona. Learn about the iconic vignettes, the impact of activists on the character, and unexpected feuds, including the memorable Hollywood Backlot Brawl. Get ready for a wild ride through wrestling history and personal journeys!

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ANECDOTE

Hogan Rejects Dustin

Bruce Prichard pitched Dustin Runnels as a Hogan opponent at WrestleMania 9.
Hogan rejected the idea, calling Dustin "that skinny little kid with the buggy whip arms."

INSIGHT

Missed Opportunity?

A WrestleMania 9 match with Hogan might have negatively impacted Dustin's career.
Starting at the top would leave only one direction to go: down.

ANECDOTE

Androgynous Vision

Vince McMahon envisioned Goldust as androgynous, neither male nor female.
He wanted the character to raise questions about their identity.

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The Two-Time Podcast of the Year is back with one of the most controversial characters in wrestling history, Goldust! Did Dusty politic to use Dustin in 1990? What did Vince say when Dustin asked for his release in 1991? What was Bruce and Pat's idea for Dustin in 1993? Who kept Dustin from being a main eventer in 93? How did the signing in 95 happen? You won't believe the influences for Goldust. How did the character come together? Who put the initial vignettes together? What made the character click for Dustin? Which wrestler deserves the credit for that? What did Dustin hate about the character? Which part of the gimmick was he uncomfortable with? Did anyone smarten up Dusty? Why did Dusty and Dustin have a falling out? How did the WWE handle the activist groups? Within the company, who had a problem with the gimmick? Why was Marlena introduced? Was there heat on Lawler for using a slur on TV? How the Backlot Brawl was put together at WrestleMania, who thought of the lingerie, working with the Ultimate Warrior, working with Ahmed, winning the IC title, working main events with Shawn Michaels on the house shows but never on PPV, why the character started to cool off, why Goldust became a babyface, his only PPV main event, how the Pillman feud probably went a little too far, the "shoot" interviews with JR, real life problems with Terri, the reunion with Dusty, the over the top stuff with Luna, what he did to make Vince threaten to fire him, what led to his release, his Seven character in WCW, how he was brought back, his struggles with addiction, why he was gone again, which writer pushed for him to be brought back in, how the Booker T pairing came to be, what they were careful to do with the stuttering gimmick, and his legacy in the business with a character that has endured for more than 22 years. One thing is for sure, after five hours you'll never forget the name... GOLDUST! Ask your questions for Vengeance 2001 plus wake up with the Morning Deuce with Bruce: www.Facebook.com/SomethingToWrestle Don't miss our live show in Brooklyn on 1/19: www.BoxOfGimmicks.com Don't miss our live show in Philly on 1/27: www.PronounsPal.com Win Free STW Swag: www.instagram.com/PrichardShow Buy a Shirt, Get a Call from Bruce: www.BrucePrichard.com Save Yourself Some Money: www.SaveWithBruce.com ONLY Official STW YouTube: www.youtube.com/SomethingToWrestle

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