Kurt Angle’s Shocking Confession: The Truth Behind the ‘Perc Angle’ Nickname

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For approximately ten years in professional wrestling, Kurt Angle could convincingly be considered the top wrestler worldwide. His time outside of WWE with TNA is renowned for numerous daring stunts and tumultuous bouts. However, Angle has confessed to battling addiction to prescription drugs during that period, often referred to as “Perc Angle.” Recently, the WWE icon shared his thoughts on this nickname and how he feels about it now.

In an interview with Chris Van Vliet, the potential participant in upcoming WrestleMania 41 events, Angle, discussed the popular yet controversial moniker linked to the painkiller Percocet. The wrestling star addressed instances of fans using this nickname and cleared up any misunderstandings regarding his previous involvement with prescription painkillers.

It seems they’re trying to make me believe it’s a positive thing. Fans are joking about it, perhaps hinting that ‘Perc Angle’ was my alter-ego in the ring, explaining why I did what I did. However, it’s important to clarify that I wasn’t using painkillers during wrestling matches. Instead, I took them in the morning and then after a match had ended. So, I never performed under the influence of drugs.

Additionally, it’s important to mention that despite Kurt Angle being let go by WWE towards the end of his tenure, his departure and move to TNA were unrelated to his past with painkillers. It’s intriguing for fans to learn that Angle executed some of his most daring wrestling moves without the aid of drugs, a fact that many might assume was due to a reduced sensation of pain.

Kurt Angle, who’s documentary “ANGLE” is streaming with a Peacock Premium subscription, further elaborated on the reason he never showcased high-flying moves in his wrestling career. The former Olympian clarified why professional wrestlers abstain from using performance-enhancing substances during matches: to deliver a genuine and impressive performance.

It’s not advisable to wrestle in a disorganized or clumsy manner as it will likely result in an untidy match. In the past, you may have witnessed skilled wrestlers who were at their best when they were focused and alert. However, under the influence of alcohol or any other substance that impairs your judgment, it becomes extremely challenging to perform well, let alone have a satisfactory match. To ensure a good performance, it’s essential to maintain sobriety before stepping onto the mat.

Kurt Angle didn’t provide specific instances, but considering the scripted and spontaneous elements of all WWE matches (alongside videos from past years), it’s understandable how his reasoning holds up. In professional wrestling, performers need to execute both premeditated and improvised moves that appear authentic to the live audience. Any mental impairment makes an already challenging task even more difficult.

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In 2013, the renowned figure stepped into a rehabilitation center and admitted to consuming sixty-five high-potency Vicodin pills daily at one point. Known for his frequent association with professional wrestling, Cena’s achievements in this field are self-explanatory. Whether John Cena would have achieved such monumental success without his initial rivalry with Angle, a conflict that sparked the ascent of one of WWE’s most legendary superstars ever, remains an intriguing question.

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2025-01-23 00:38