Hey everyone, it’s your boy back again, and today I wanna talk about something a little different – the world of WWE and a name that’s been echoing in the arena for years: Michael Cole. Now, I’m no wrestling expert, but this guy’s voice is as iconic as the matches themselves. So, I started digging into who this Michael Cole guy really is.
First off, I fired up my trusty laptop and hit the web. Turns out, this dude’s been in the game since way back in 1997, starting as a backstage interviewer. I watched some old clips, and man, the ’90s were a wild time for wrestling. Anyway, by 1999, he was already the lead commentator for SmackDown. Talk about a quick climb up the ladder! I thought to myself, “This guy must have some serious talent.”
So, I kept digging. Turns out he is the longest running WWE Commentator in history, what an amazing record! He’s not just some voice – he’s a part of WWE history. He’s been the voice behind some of the biggest pay-per-views, Monday Night Raw, SmackDown, you name it. His influence is massive, way beyond the weekly shows. I was getting more and more impressed by this guy’s career. This also made me think about how much money he made in this industry, then I found that his salary is around $650,000 annually as WWE’s lead commentator and Vice President of Announcing. That’s a pretty good deal!
- Started as a backstage interviewer in 1997.
- Became lead commentator for SmackDown in 1999.
- Has been the voice of major WWE events for years.
Then there’s the whole thing about him being a broadcast journalist before WWE. I stumbled upon this fact, and it kind of blew my mind. I mean, this guy went from reporting serious news to commentating on the theatrics of professional wrestling. That’s a career change you don’t see every day! It really shows his versatility, and honestly, it makes his WWE career even more interesting.
I also learned that he’s best friends with JBL, another big name in wrestling. I was reading about this, and it seems like their chemistry behind the mic is a big part of what makes the commentary so great. I even came across an interview where he was praising another commentator, Corey Graves. It’s cool to see that kind of respect and camaraderie in such a competitive field. I’m gonna check out some matches where they commentate together. It seems like a lot of fun.
So, yeah, that’s my deep dive into Michael Cole. I started off knowing nothing, and now I’ve got mad respect for the guy. He’s a legend in his own right, and his journey is pretty damn inspiring. Hope you guys enjoyed this little exploration. Catch you all in the next one!
