6 shocking moments that happened backstage in WWE

The Big Dog had some strong words for the Best in the World before Punk's departure from the WWE in early 2014.
The Big Dog had some strong words for the Best in the World before Punk's departure from the WWE in early 2014.

#1 Orton gets caught on tape

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Orton found himself in hat water early in his career.
Orton found himself in hat water early in his career.

Randy Orton may be one of the most recognisable stars in WWE history, but things weren’t always as good for the Apex Predator.

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Joining OVW in 2001, Orton had the wrestling business in his blood, being the son of Cowboy Bob Orton, and the grandson of Bob Orton Sr.

But despite this pedigree, the future Legend Killer was not sold on the business, with Jim Cornette once revealing a time when Orton was in OVW, he said he was only going to the developmental brand for the money and had no intentions on becoming a Superstar.

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Little did Orton know, was that the entire rant had been recorded, and was later shown to several backstage officials.

After a meeting with higher-ups and a $750 fine, the issues were resolved, and Orton quickly learned something about respecting the business, before becoming a 13-time World Champion

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Edited by Vikshith R
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