Steve Carrier on March 1, 2026
Chris Jericho is pulling back the curtain on how wrestling promotions really works behind the scenes — and according to him, fan reactions aren’t always the deciding factor when it comes to who rises and who falls.
During a March 1, 2026 conversation with Spencer Matthews, Jericho opened up about the reality of wrestling politics and what truly determines a Superstar’s push. While fans often assume crowd reactions drive creative direction, Jericho explained that the person running the company ultimately holds the power.
Jericho explained that once a wrestler reaches the top level, everything changes. The expectations are higher, the margin for error disappears, and maintaining that position depends on impressing the right person behind the curtain.
“In wrestling, you’re basically performing for an audience of one. Who is the boss? If it’s Vince McMahon or now it’s Triple H or if it’s Tony Khan in AEW, whoever it may be, Eric Bischoff in WCW — you have to impress your boss.”
He made it clear that even massive crowd support doesn’t guarantee long-term success if management doesn’t see you as a top star. According to Jericho, fan reactions matter, but they don’t override leadership decisions.
“If your boss likes you, you will get a bigger push. If he doesn’t like you, it doesn’t matter if 10,000 fans are cheering your name.”
Jericho explained that management may acknowledge strong fan reactions, but ultimately, the decision about who gets elevated or held back rests with the person in charge.
“They might listen a bit, but if they don’t like you, they’ll bring you down.”
The comments reflect Jericho’s firsthand experience rising through WWE during one of its most competitive eras, working directly under Vince McMahon’s leadership. During that time, Jericho became Undisputed Champion and remained a major player, but his remarks make it clear that reaching that level required more than just connecting with the audience — it required earning trust behind the scenes.
Jericho’s longevity across multiple decades and promotions suggests he successfully navigated that system, evolving his character and maintaining strong relationships with leadership while continuing to connect with fans worldwide.
Do you agree with Chris Jericho that impressing the boss matters more than fan reactions in wrestling, or should fan support always determine who gets pushed? Leave your thoughts and feedback below.
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