AEW World Champion MJF has issued a stern—and violent—warning to anyone who disrespects the wrestling business to his face. In a recent interview with WDW News, Friedman addressed the stigma often attached to professional wrestling by outsiders who label the sport as “fake.”
MJF passionately defended the industry, comparing it to other forms of entertainment that require suspension of disbelief. “I think the same reason why people love movies, TV, or comic books, and when I hear people say wrestling’s fake, first of all, tell that to my body,” he said. “Second of all, let’s live in a world where wrestling’s fake. It’s not. Just like Disney magic isn’t fake either. It’s not fake at all.”
He then made his stance crystal clear regarding public confrontations. “But let’s pretend it is for five seconds. Even though if you say it to me in the street, I will punch you in the face. It’s fake. So is movies. So is TV. So is comic books. All the things that I know you love.”
