Kurt Angle Praises Don West, Thinks Factions Have Always Been Good For Wrestling

Kurt Angle, the WWE Hall Of Famer, recently shared his thoughts on various topics during the latest episode of his show, the Kurt Angle Show. One of the topics he discussed was the late Don West, as well as the importance of factions in professional wrestling.

Don West: A Class Act

Angle expressed his admiration for Don West, stating, “I love Don. He was a class act. I loved his distinct voice, had a really raspy, deep voice. And he and Mike Tenay would call matches, and they were really good. They had great chemistry together. I absolutely loved them. As much as I love J.R. and Jerry the King, I really did. They had the same kind of chemistry.”

The Impact of Factions in Wrestling

When asked about the abundance of factions in 2009 and their significance in wrestling, Angle acknowledged that factions have always been popular and played a crucial role in the industry. He stated, “Factions have always been good ideas. They’ve always been acceptable. I think there have been factions throughout wrestling since the beginning of it. So did we have too many at that particular time? I think we had around this particular time, we had aces and eights. We had the Main Event Mafia, we had the world elite and Hernandez and Homicide. They were lax along with the girl. I think it was Michelle or something. I forget her name, but there were a lot of factions. So factions are popular in wrestling. That’s what draws money. That’s how you sell merchandise. So we had a lot of factions. Yeah.”

Angle’s insights highlight the enduring appeal and impact of factions in professional wrestling. Factions not only add excitement and intrigue to storylines but also provide opportunities for wrestlers to showcase their skills and form strong alliances. The chemistry between commentators, such as Don West and Mike Tenay, further enhances the viewing experience for fans.

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