Bret Hart Claims WWE Invited Him to SummerSlam Only to Deny Him a Seat
He said being left without a seat highlighted WWE’s apparent disregard for its legacy performers despite his Hall of Fame status
Overview
- Hart said WWE invited him to SummerSlam at MetLife Stadium but told him there were no seats when he arrived, remarks made at Vaughan Comic Con.
- He contrasted his treatment with rival Kevin Nash, who did receive a seat at the event.
- Hart described the incident as symbolic of WWE’s failure to fully appreciate his decades-long contributions even after his recent ‘Immortal Moment’ Hall of Fame induction.
- Wrestling outlets Newsweek, Fightful and Cageside Seats all reported and corroborated Hart’s account based on his own testimony.
- The episode has reignited debate over WWE’s handling of complimentary tickets and accommodations for legacy talent and former stars.