CM Punk Declares Bret Hart “Invented Cool” While Chasing Rare Jordan 1s

CM Punk took his sneaker obsession to the next level during his latest sneaker shopping trip with Complex, and naturally, he managed to tie it all back to pro wrestling—specifically, Bret “The Hitman” Hart.

During the episode, the host pointed out Punk’s Bret Hart hoodie and steered the conversation toward a rare pair of 1985 UNC Jordan 1s that had an unexpected WWE connection.

“You’re wearing a Bret Hart hoodie. We talked off-camera about how you’re looking for pink Jordans, but what about these?” the host asked, pointing to the 1985 UNC Jordan 1s. “This was from, like, a defunct WWE dating game or something.”

Punk’s eyes lit up. “Get me these. How do I get these? I need these exact shoes,” he said, immediately fixated on the ultra-rare sneakers.

The host explained that the shoes were insanely expensive and from a different era, making them a collector’s dream. But for The Best in the World, it wasn’t just about price or rarity—it was about legacy.

“That’s beyond cool to me. You know, Bret Hart, I think he invented cool,” Punk said. “So if I can get those shoes, I feel like I’m following in Bret’s footsteps, and that makes me happy.”

Punk has never hidden his love for Hart, often citing him as one of wrestling’s greatest minds and one of his biggest influences. But this moment showed that Punk’s respect for “The Hitman” runs even deeper—right down to his sneaker choices.

Given the insane resale value of original 1985 Jordan 1s, Punk has quite the challenge ahead of him. But if there’s one thing he thrives on, it’s chasing something he truly wants—whether it’s world championships or a pair of Bret Hart-approved kicks.