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Next on the agenda is the unfortunate missed opportunity for a potential romance between former WWE superstar Shelton Benjamin and Paige. Despite being known for his in-ring skills, Shelton was always eager to showcase his real-life personality and comedic talent in his storylines.
In a recent interview with The Agency, Shelton revealed a pitch he had made upon his return to WWE in 2017. He shared, "I wanted to start off as Paige's bodyguard and then have our relationship turn romantic. The idea was all set to go, but unfortunately, it never came to fruition."
This sudden change in storylines is not uncommon in the wrestling world, especially during Vince McMahon's reign in the company. Shelton also disclosed other potential character changes that were scrapped, including one where he would have been known as "Mr. Entertainment" and showcased his singing talents.
During this time, Paige served as the general manager for Smackdown, and fans were excited to see the chemistry between her and Shelton on-screen. However, as Shelton pointed out, the decision to scrap the romance angle was out of his control.
Shelton, who was recently released from WWE as part of roster cuts, admitted that he was always pitching ideas, but it was up to the higher-ups to decide whether or not they would be used. Another controversial decision that upset fans was the breakup of the popular group, Hurt Business, which featured Shelton, Bobby Lashley, Cedric Alexander, and MVP.
Shelton considers the Hurt Business to be one of his defining contributions to the wrestling business and believes that their potential was cut short. He stated, "There was still so much more that Hurt Business could have achieved, but ultimately, we don't make those decisions. We just have to accept them and move on."
The sudden split of Hurt Business was a disappointment for both fans and the wrestlers themselves. Shelton confirmed that there were discussions about reuniting the group, but plans fell through, and it was never explained why. He described it as a "kick in the balls" and expressed his frustration at not receiving any clear answers.
Despite the setback, Shelton acknowledged that WWE's focus on Bobby Lashley as a singles star with MVP by his side was a wise decision. However, he believes that Hurt Business could have continued to support Lashley while also pursuing other storylines, such as a potential feud with The Bloodline.
In the end, Shelton expressed his love for helping others succeed in the business and believes that the missed opportunity for a Hurt Business versus Bloodline rivalry was a huge mistake. He concluded, "I think it was a massive mishap for WWE. If given the chance, I believe Hurt Business could have elevated themselves and the company to new heights."
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