Bull Nakano recalls Randy Savage friendship: He was very kind to me
Bull Nakano is thankful for the friendship she got to have with “Macho Man” Randy Savage.
In an interview with Sports Illustrated that was published on Thursday, the legendary Nakano discussed her new role as the commissioner of Sukeban. She also reflected on her time wrestling in the United States in the 1990s. Nakano has fond memories of the main event stars of that time period, especially Savage.
“All of the top stars were also excellent human beings, especially the ‘Macho Man,’ who was very kind to me,” Nakano said. “Randy made me laugh with his gestures when I could not understand English. I want to make sure to thank him.”
Savage and Nakano are both WWE Hall of Famers. Last month marked the 13th anniversary of Savage’s passing.
The 56-year-old Nakano joined the WWE Hall of Fame earlier this year. She was inducted by her former in-ring rival Madusa.
In 2023, Sukeban launched with events in New York City and Miami. The company then made its Los Angeles debut last week. The United States-based joshi promotion is attempting to blend fashion, anime, and music to “break down the walls between the worlds of art and wrestling.”
The name Sukeban translates to “delinquent girls.”
“I was appointed Commissioner of Sukeban in 2023. The thing that excites me most about Sukeban is that I get to see the past, present, and future of the unique Japanese culture all in the ring. I like the acknowledgment of the Sukeban lifestyle from decades ago, and the veteran wrestlers and young wrestlers coming together to put on the best show,” Nakano told Sports Illustrated.
“I am so proud of all of the athletes who are active now, and I try to support them. My favorite wrestlers, the ones I care about most, are all the Sukeban wrestlers. I consider them like my children.”
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