Billy Gunn Is Still JACKED at 60! AEW, New Age Outlaws, DX Reunion, Retirement Dream Match
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- čas přidán 15. 07. 2024
- Billy Gunn is a professional wrestler currently signed to AEW. He sits down with Chris Van Vliet at the West Coast Creative Studio in Hollywood to talk about his legendary wrestling career where he has wrestled in 5 separate decades, how he still looks this good at 60 years of age, why his AEW run has been the most fun of his entire career, working with his sons Austin and Colten Gunn, not being a part of the DX reunion on WWE Raw, winning King of the Ring and the promo where The Rock called him "Bob", coming up with the legendary entrance for The New Age Outlaws, wrestling Sabrina the Teenage Witch, wanting a retirement match against Will Ospreay and more!
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00:00 Intro
00:36 His love of his many friendship bracelets
03:15 Who has CVV interviewed the most time?
07:18 Being in better shape now than when his career started
10:00 Putting on enough muscle to compete in bodybuilding
12:52 His thoughts on the meme comparing him to Gorilla Monsoon
14:20 Why he didn’t have fun in TNA
17:13 Did he know his sons wanted to get into wrestling?
23:29 Is his name officially Daddy Ass?
24:27 The crowd getting behind The Acclaimed
26:00 Being willing to take risks with a wrestling intro
30:00 The New Age Outlaws entrance never got old
31:00 Who came up with the name New Age Outlaws
34:22 Celebrating the anniversary of his sobriety
39:22 Being able to mentor The Acclaimed in AEW
40:42 What was his rock bottom before he got sober?
43:45 Going back to WWE in 2013
50:42 How close was he to being a part of the DX 25th Anniversary
52:08 Memories of his match with Sabrina The Teenage Witch
54:14 Having some of the best WWE theme songs of all time
58:07 Billy & Chuck were ahead of their time
01:03:51 Why hasn’t Chuck Palumbo come to AEW?
01:05:01 What’s Rico doing these days?
01:05:13 How he approaches giving mentorship in AEW
01:08:16 Wanting his retirement match to be against Will Ospreay
01:13:49 Coming up with the name of his finisher
01:15:58 Memories on trading promos with The Rock
01:18:54 Did WWE have any plans for him after he won King of the Ring?
01:20:45 How his kids think about backstage segments
01:22:12 Did he care about the titles that he won?
01:24:15 How much longer can Billy Gunn keep wrestling?
01:26:12 How many decades has he wrestled in?
01:27:53 People being overly critical about wrestling online
01:30:39 3 Things Billy Gunn is grateful for
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@@RTG625he already done whit Sami Zayn
Chris you need to do one with Velvet Sky
Great interview.
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You. Are. Trash.
Who would’ve thought 25 years later from being in DX that Billy Gunn would be so over again in the Acclaimed. Also it’s INSANE that he’s 60 is so shredded 💪
I knew hw would be in the Acclaimed back then
He started hanging with Mike o hearn...who knows the right roids to take.
He has been jacked ever sincem
@@ITSWHATEVAHBYTYRFREE-wf8pd Roid, or not, you still have to put in the work, though
Since the acclaimed weren't born 25 years.. no one would guess that
He was in the smoking guns with Bart gun before that.
Imagine one of your childhood heroes tell you to your face that you always meant something to him. Damn. A reflection of passion, Chris! You deserve your flowers man!
Watching this doesn't feel like an interview. It feels like a conversation between friends. I'm less than 10 minutes in and love this.
That's every CVV interview. He's just that good.
Billy genuinely being happy to be there is infectious. He's so giddy and I'm at 36 mins in lol
I loved hearing Billy talk about his sons, so wholesome.
Man, Billy GUnn around 45:00- 51:00 talking about addiction and the aftermath of it really hit home as a recovering addict of 18 years myself . He really hit the nail on the head.
Yea he really do nail it. And congrats on 18 years, it's definitely not an easy thing. I'm at 8 years so I'll be there someday
@lazyfrogeyes5949 @nickswix6976 You guys rock! Congrats to both of you and all the best 🙏🏽
going on 2 years clean myself. I haven't made it that far in the video but I look forward to it.
@fattdamon1980 you'll get there. It's weird, you eventually reach this point where it's not even something you think about anymore. Or at least I did. Good luck tho, you got this
@@fattdamon1980 that's so awesome to hear. For myself personally it wasn't until after around 5 years it was like Billy said I think about it but it is not overwhelming anymore and I can just move on with my day. and if it does get overwhelming I do what I know what will help me out of the moment I'm in. Stay strong and try to remember if even anyone doesn't say it : You are worth it and deserve only the best.
Every chance I get to catch a Billy Gunn interview I'm always on it. I seriously think he goes to bed with a smile on his face.And he wakes up with the same smile on his face.He's just a love and life
I am a recovering addict of 7 years. Have not touched a pill since 6/15/17 and I will always be considered an addict. I have no desire or plans to use ever again but all it takes is one. Congrats Billy, I’ve been a fan for years. Happy to see what you are doing with your boys even if it is in AEW.
One day at a time, man. Nice job. 👊
Bless you on your journey my brother.
That’s great congratulations🤙 I’m on 7 years myself 3-18-17
I have to admit that this is the first time I’ve ever watched Billy Gunn do an interview. What a great person.
Billy seems like such a good human, never lets the fame get to his head. Loves his business and is very passionate about the people and the things around him. These AEW younger kids are so lucky to have the availability to interact with him on a daily basis.
💯🙏😎
The fact that this dude is fucking JACKED at 60 is really humbling. I'm only 33. There's still hope if i try hard 😂😂😂😂
He takes gear.
@jd9119 and?
@@jd9119you still have to put in the work & workout regularly. Just because you take it doesn't mean you'll magically grow muscles & shred fat with no action involved besides a needle in the butt cheek.
I think Billy might be my favourite of the people you've interviewed, he seems like real good dude. His ability to let go and enjoy things, his overall outlook on life, his work ethic. This is how people should aspire to view the world around them.
Billy gunn looks like macho man version of dolph ziggler
Never been more accurate
I'm never going to be able to unsee it now 😂
Damn that’s crazy lol
@@loveless3578 I UNSAW IT 5 MINUTES LATER
They always say that yeah Billy Gunn wants to copy dolph
He kinda looks a bit like how I'd imagine Cena at 60
But cena will be bald though
@@mello_911yep he’s already balding badly… he can afford the surgery idk what he’s waiting for
@@mello_911 Stone Cold Cena
@@mello_911Why do you think Billy has the Mohawk now? Disguises that receding hairline.
Cena mixed with biden
Was lucky enought to see Billy Gun at a local even in Charlotte for a promotion that ended up feeding a lot of AEW guys... Billy Gun was amazing to see live. He was one of the few people I will have to say looks wayyyyy bigger in person then he does on TV. Dude is YUGE
I went to a WWE house show in Wheeling and i remember seeing big show come out. He's just like billy in that regard
Billy Gunn has so much knowledge to give to the future generations of pro wrestlers. His positive attitude is infectious and he seems to be great at elevating younger talent.
I was fortunate enough to meet Billy many years ago. The guy was so nice to me, really friendly. He has a great sense of humor.
He suggested as I loved the Outlaws so much we do the Outlaws intro.
It was pretty amazing playing Road Dogg for a few minutes and getting to do that intro with Billy himself.
Thank you, Billy, for a wonderful memory.
Billy Gunn should absolutely be having fun cuz of the simple facc that he’s working with his kids has to be joy of his life Truth in the Details
Im a simple man, I see a Chris Van Vliet interview, I watch it. ALWAYS exceptional.
Appreciate you!
@@ChrisVanVliet Chris callob with Santi Zap he makes wrestling youtube videos
You must be simple if you're reusing material that was done to death 5 years ago.
These interviews are the reason I got back into good ol' wrestling. 🤘
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This feels like Billy is interviewing Chris honestly, and thats so very cool
Bad ass is so underrated by older fans. I think he is more appreciated by the newer gen but back in the day I always watched his matches because I thought him and Road Dogg had a really good dynamic and even when he went solo you knew his matches were gonna be good.
Billy Gunn a.k.a Mr.Ass was my favorite DX member and a highly underrated wrestler. I wish WWE would've pushed him properly and didn't have The Rock bury him
Every interview with Billy Gunn are always amazing! Love his interviews with you!
Billy always gave the vibe that he could get along with ANYONE and this proves it even more. He's just THE DUDE
I always love when Chris interviews Billy Gunn. He's a fun time.
These interviews made me love watching interviews and I've been speaking more eloquently in English because of you, Chris!
34:25 leads into the best segment of this interview, in my opinion, which is BG’s road to recovery from addiction and the program he works to remain sober. A lot of famous people use “recovery stories” as part of some fake means to elicit an appeal to emotion fallacy that’s completely self-serving, which is the opposite of what a person in recovery should be doing, but BG is 100% genuine.
Billy wearing those bracelets is such a nice touch. Dude seems so genuine and real. Also love everything Chris does, just a fantastic interview all around.
I met Billy at the convention in Philly a few months ago . What a down to earth awesome dude ! He was definitely my highlight of that show .. bad ass Billy Gunn is one of my favs.
Chris you are on such a tear lately. This is the best work of your career. Every one of these interviews have been some of the best wrestling content I’ve ever seen. I dunno what it is, but you’ve unlocked something lately
It's crazy to think at 60 Billy Gunn is still wrestling, you gotta respect that
Great interview! I'm grateful for your guest being so open about his recovery story, this perspective helps the rest of us along the path.
Man, CCV and Daddy A deserve this life. Wishing you both all the best! I am grateful for the stories shared.
I've been watching Billy for most of my life and I'm currently enjoying him in AEW. It's so interesting listening to him talk about life, and being so open about his addiction.
No it's Billy Gunn goin from smokin guns to the acclaimed it's crazy over 25 years later he looks AWESOME for 60 but like Billy said it's only a number age is just a number as long as U can do it U got it thanks for the interview Chris n Billy
Chris this was a great interview. I never heard an interview with Billy Gun on it and your show just brings out the best stories from these wrestlers.
Thank you so much for your show. Billy being a good mentor to the younger talent and staying in good shape is motivating.
I would pay good money to know Billy's fountain of youth routine.
TRT my dude
@@honestfan420 it's definitely not just TRT. I want to know everything.
Because of Billy Gunn, I’m an ass man 😂😂😂
Don’t blame Billy for being gay
What would Jesus think of this statement? @@JesusIsKing301
Blame Chuck@@JesusIsKing301
Two things: this is a great interview that sounds organic. Like two friends. And Chris, You saying "You're still nothing"...absolute BS. You're the best in the business, man. Every time you post an interview, I immediately listen. Keep up the great work, man!
This was an awesome interview, if you can even call you that this felt like a very down to earth conversation and that's an big compliment!
“I’ve never been good at wrestling”… WHAT?! Billy is in my list of most underrated wrestlers, the guy has explosive energy, as a wrestler I love watching his matches.
I can listen to chris interview guys all day. He’s the best in the biz. It’s like sitting with my buddies and bullshitting when I listen to him. Easy listens but super informative with a lot of great stories.
Billy seems like such a nice dude. The guy is so open and honest about his past addiction that his words def have or will help ppl with addiction and give them the hope that one day they'll be in a place mentally where he's at. The guy is awesome and his positive vibes are amazing
Met Billy backstage at a TNA event in 2010 or 2011 while I was in college. Super nice guy, and nearly broke my hand with his handshake.
Billy is always a great interview. He never runs and hides from the mistakes he made in the past, and he always seems grateful for everything this business has given him. Truly one of the greats!!
He’s ageless must be all the smiling and laughter that kept him young all these years
He is a 60-year-old kid! 😂 So much fun to watch, and even more to listen to telling his story.
Man, Billy still looks great! One of my all time favorites! And CVV you are the best when it comes to interviews, keep up the great work!
Whenever you interview Billy Gunn, I watch every second of it. There are always different questions and some ones that have already been asked in the past. Either way he gives the same answers to the questions you have already asked him, unlike certain other wrestlers who have a different answer every time they're asked the same old questions over and over. When I heard that Billy was turning 60 I didn't want to believe it, now turning 50 I could have bought that but I am still having a hard time with 60 😂
Awh no way Billy Gunn absolutely is my favourite from the Attitude Era 😊
I’ve seen a few interviews in the past with Billy but I’m shocked at how likeable he is. Must be in such a good place.
I remember watching van vliet in 2018 or 19 and billy was one of your first major interviews
This really connected with me hard, I love what Billy said about addiction and to take it one day at a time. I’m going through that right now and he has always been one of my favorite wrestlers. Thanks Mr. Ass, that seriously was awesome
great pod chris thank you!!!!!
Chris Van Vliet Never Disappoints!
Had the pleasure of meeting Billy Gunn a few weeks ago! Great guy was in a great mode having fun!
Billy is a fantastic talent, you could see a shadow or an outline of him performing and you know "That's Billy Gunn"
Especially that damn drop kick! Top 5 for sure
Amazing interview as always. Billy is awesome. Met him at a small show in Indiana a few years ago.
A genuine from the heart interview. How he talked about his kids, his extended kids via kayfabe.
I love the sentiment from the attitude era guys that, ultimately, they wanted to be remembered for being "good hands." Someone you can put out there with anyone and get a good match.
Billy looks incredible and what a nice guy. Chris I appreciate all the content. It’s such a good distraction when I really need it (and when I don’t) thanks man.
Cool interview good to see Billy Gunn doing so well.
Long time waiting for this podcast ❤
Did not see this interview going this well honestly Billy seems so cool lol I bet he has a dispensary card lol hes just so happy it’s infectious
Always been a huge fan of Billy Gunn. Excellent Video!!
Bad Ass Billy Gunn is a living legend who's been doing this longer than I've been alive, and he's as over as he's ever been right now at age 60. And obviously also as jacked. And he clearly has all his faculties about him.
Seeing Billy Gunn on tv..does him no justice..saw him at that signing he was talking about....he is freaking peeled and huge all at the same time.
I’ve always liked Billy Gunn but now I love the guy. Fantastic interview
I'm watching this while I work out! Billy is goals! Good job, Chris! Love the podcast!
The GOAT of Chain/Tag Wrestling ever. 35 years. I'm 37 jesus he's amazing.
Billy was one of my favorites as a childhood because he has it all. He understood his role but I always felt like he deserved one title run.
absolutely fantastic Chris. What a great discussion
im sorry, but my favorite part of the interview so far is when CVV recognizes that BG's sober date had just passed. The noise BG made and the smile.. Damn i love these interviews.
I've just got into these CVV interviews over the last few weeks and this is without a doubt the best one-Billy gunn is the fucking man 😀
Welcome!
3/11 is my bday.. so congrats to you billy. Knowing this I'll add you to my special day. Great interview
Thankyou Chris, my motivation to get sober has never been more invigorated. Nicotine was 1st and 4 years later I am still nic free. Your interview with Monte has convinced me the need for beer/ bourbon etc... is ending now. My kid is wrestling locally and working out at Crunch in NKY, there is a stupid connection here. Much Thanks for this conversation, I am motivated to do better. GRACIas! Seriously, Thank you
What a fun interview!
Billy is a good ass guy or a good "assman" huh see what I did there?!?! But seriously the way he compliments CVV at the beginning of the interview and says you were always something to me, was very kind and seemed very genuine
everyone says dont meet your heros, but that doesnt apply to Billy Gunn, genuine sweetheart of a person that i was so honored to meet. still have my Gunn Club bracelet on he gave me.
Love him!!! He was my first fav wrestler when i got into wwf in 1999. I was 8 i believe! So happy for him!
He needs his own podcast
Awesome interview 🎉
60 in that good of shape, he really is bad ass billy gunn.
This mans gotta be one of my favourite humans (and wrestlers).
Awesome interview Chris
Billy Gunn is one my all time favorites, such an awesome dude.
“Cause I’m An Assman” is a hit. That song is one of the best any wrestler has ever used. Gunn looks amazing. Looks like he could pull 35-40 year old chicks all day long.
Love Billy, the man is an absolute legend and he deserves his flowers for sure
So happy he's still going and guys like Jericho, Edge, Christian, Mysterio Jr, Rhoades, Orton. I don't watch today's wrestling but I like knowing guys from my childhood are still in the ring
I was never a huge fan of his in WWE, but now he's one of my favorite. Maybe because he just looks like he's having fun.
I never knew Billy was sober that’s great! I’m on day 7 myself. Now I’m going to look into more of his life
i was waiting for this one Billy is a legend!
Billy was/is one of my favourites wrestlers, favourite personalities, favourite tag teams, favourite factions. Really liked the famouser too
Love this interview. Never fails Chris
Chris you and Billy need to do a full podcast every day together, I’d listen to it daily just saying 😂
The Man with the most Friendship Bands was the German Singer Wolfgang Petry... His whole Arm was full of it
Billy Gunn’s the Terry Crews of wrestling. Infectious energy!
you can tell him and jeff both work such a good program and are such good examples to people. going to meetings is key, that's where most of us fail
I really love this episode. I would love to meet you in person one day Chris!