Vince McMahon Discusses Owen Hart Incident

Vince McMahon has come under fire for his decision to continue a WWE show after the tragic death of wrestler Owen Hart in 1999. During the Over The Edge event, Hart fell 78 feet due to a harness malfunction, leading to his fatal injuries, though neither the live audience nor viewers at home witnessed the fall. In a recent Netflix documentary, McMahon stated that since the live audience did not see the accident, he felt it was best to continue the show, emphasizing that attendees came for entertainment, not to witness a tragedy. Medical staff quickly attended to Hart, but it took about an hour for commentator Jim Ross to reveal his death to the viewers. McMahon's comments about prioritizing the show over halting the event have sparked significant backlash, particularly from Hart's brother Bret, who criticized McMahon's business-first approach. The incident remains a controversial topic in the wrestling community, highlighting the tension between entertainment and safety.