5 superstars who praised Vince McMahon after leaving WWE

#4 Gerald Brisco on being released by Vince McMahon

Gerald Brisco with Vince McMahon and Pat Patterson

Gerald Brisco, one of the most famous legends of the wrestling business, had a long-standing relationship with Vince McMahon. He didn't wrestle in WWE for too long, retiring from in-ring competition soon after he joined. However, he decided to stay on in another capacity.

The WWE Superstar was one of the most important men behind the scenes. Known for his on-screen role as one of Vince McMahon's stooges, Gerald Brisco worked hand-in-hand with the WWE Chairman backstage as well. He worked as a road agent and booker for the company for a long time, until the pandemic hit. In April 2020, he was furloughed from the company. In September 2020, he was released from WWE altogether.

The former superstar revealed that Vince McMahon had personally called him and informed him of his release.

Ok, want to get this out the right way. Last night I received a call from @wwe Chairman Of The board @VinceMcMahon to let me know after 36 years of dedication to @wwe i an no longer needed. I’m ok withthis. I will still be around to help talent. More info will follow. Thanks

— Gerald BRISCO 🤼‍♂️ (@Fgbrisco) September 10, 2020

Despite being released from WWE, Gerald Brisco only had good things to say about the WWE Chairman and the company. He thanked Vince McMahon for letting him be a part of the change that WWE brought to wrestling:

"Thanks @wwe for 36 awesome 👏 years I was given an opportunity to work with thousands of brilliant staff and crew and so many talented Wrestlers and most of all the getting to be part of helping @VinceMcMahon create a empire not many people get that y,Forward"

Thanks @wwe for 36 awesome 👏 years I was given an opportunity to work with thousands of brilliant staff and crew and so many talented Wrestlers and most of all the getting to be part of helping @VinceMcMahon create a empire not many people get that y,Forward https://t.co/1uyS6l8PWl

— Gerald BRISCO 🤼‍♂️ (@Fgbrisco) September 10, 2020

While Gerald Brisco may have retired, his influence on the wrestling business will never be forgotten.