Classic Bobby Eaton Interview (FULL INTERVIEW)

Rest In Peace Bobby. One of the Best.

[@-KillaWatt-]

Jim Cornette dedicated a podcast to Eaton and offered some great stories about Bobby's life. Worth a listen. You can tell Corny was a true friend and he is shattered by the news.

[@rumarspencer7302]

Listened to the whole thing last night, and I sent him a tweet about it last night too.

[@jasonvoorhees6416]

I knew he would be. He loved Bobby… that manager role was basically real life with them

[@joedriskill2688]

The beginning and end of that podcast was a very tough listen. It seems when he was telling stories, he was alright; but the beginning and end....man, you can just hear it in his voice. Cornette lost a part of himself when he lost “Beautiful” Bobby Eaton. I’m so glad I was fortunate enough to see this man wrestle and I only wish I could have known or met him. From all accounts, Bobby Eaton was a greater man than performer. You’re right about Jim Cornette...”shattered” is exactly the way to describe it.

[@codyman5540]

@@joedriskill2688 The words where he said 'I love you Bobby Lee' makes me want to leave my home, travel to Cornette's home, and give him a complimentary hug.

[@santinocaceres5150]

I don't get sad when listening to a podcast but Jim's tribute to Bobby really got me teary eyed especially at the end 😢

[@scottburton9741]

This interview really shows that everyone who went around saying Bobby was the kindest wrestler in history was 100% right. Everyone who was a fan of Bobby should strive to be extra nice to people just in honour of him. RIP Beautiful Bobby Eaton

[@jefffoster6066]

Your exactly right Sir

[@83thechaz]

Hope I don’t sound too religious-if I do I apologize, but Bobby exemplified the love of Christ. He probably didn’t go to church…idk…I don’t all that much. But he showed love after you hear everything he said in this interview, what others have said-especially Jim Cornett’s story about Bobby giving a homeless guy a full bag of groceries and even some drinks 🍺;) and a cigar (Cornette: Bobby, you realize you probably got him killed? XD) I can picture Bobby putting the cigar in the man’s mouth, hugging him, and wishing him well. I mean damn, Bobby fed the poor. What more proof do you need? You’re correct. Bobby not only leaves behind a wrestling career drowning in championship gold but-maybe even unbeknownst to him-a life others can look up to.

[@GEricG]

@@83thechaz I'm not religious but for me, it's people like Bobby who give you faith in humanity so if people have religious faith that's great but regardless, if we can all treat each other with a bit of kindness (for me, based on the principle of treating others in the way that you'd like to be treated yourself) then religious or not, it'll be a better world.

[@mercoid]

You can just tell in your gut that this man is a sweet & kind human being. Free of guile or meanness.

[@SpeedyDePalma]

Five words to describe Bobby Eaton: Your favorite wrestlers favorite wrestler.

[@BClarke]

An hour and six minutes, and he didn't say an ill word about anybody. And it sounds like he was able to find enjoyment in everything he experienced.

[@PatrickAyotte]

I wish I could do that for six minutes. He was a lucky man

[@matthewgabbard6415]

Reminds me of my Dad. The only person I've ever heard him say a bad word about was Donald Trump.

[@leighlowe1069]

​@@matthewgabbard6415 probably just aswell they don't ask Beaut about Trump, because even this gentleman couldn't talk his way out of insulting Trump

[@leighlowe1069]

​​@@matthewgabbard6415 you're lucky to have your Dad, knowing mine, he'd probably find plenty good to say about Trump, insult everyone else I'm the world, then wish I was a child so he could hit me around for talking 'out of place' For all I know (or care) he could actually be a really nice man now, but I won't ever see him again to find out. I've come to terms with the fact the next time I see my Dad will be in a Chapel of rest, hopefully in a long time because indont wish him ill, I just don't care enough to find out how he is.

[@nuclearguitar779]

According to Cornette and other wrestlers, Bobby Eaton was one of the nicest guys you'd ever meet, he'd give you the shirt off his back. Cornette once relayed the story of how Bobby Eaton bought a homeless guy a whole sack full of groceries and a bottle of something to drink.

[@alexholbrooks4468]

He also had that magic bag with anything you could think of inside. Silverware and all 😂

[@toxiciwctweets5191]

Ric flair and others have said that he was the Favourite wrestler of Wrestlers

[@williamamadeo5983]

Nobody had anything bad to say about him, truly an amazing talent and a class act.

[@83thechaz]

If I’m not mistaken I remember one item was a shoehorn. Steve Austin looked at Bobby wide eyed, laughed, and was like “wtf my friend? Who comes this prepared?” XD

[@jamirimaj6880]

Goldberg wanted him to end his streak. That alone should speak volumes.

[@charlesthoreson4162]

The way he smiles when told he was the greatest tag team wrestler was apropos of Bobby: humble and beautiful.

[@morrnmanderson7376]

@Big Leagues He did in the end a bit before he died.

[@CIAoperative-e9i]

His wife had just died and I really think ole Bobby died of a broken heart.

[@timwilliams8856]

Fo sho

[@jordantomblin2302]

That’s what I think as well.

[@thomashenley1903]

Hopefully they're reunited

[@arthurfunkarelli3806]

What a sweet, kind hearted, soft spoken man. The world just got a little dimmer. Rest in peace sir. I know youre shining in heaven...

[@davidrosenman29]

If you dislike Beautiful Bobby then you're not human. R.I.P.

[@1980bwc]

The rarest of the rare. A true Gentleman amongst the many cuthroats in the world of wrestling. RIP Bobby!

[@r.e.seymoursr.1214]

God bless The entire Eaton family and watch over them in this their time of need. One of the greatest in ring talents and a wonderful human being. We miss you Beautiful Bobby Eaton!!!!!!Thank you for every second of my childhood that you made me mad,happy or laughing..Godspeed and farewell

[@johnsawh8459]

One of the nicest guys in all of pro wrestling business. RIP Bobby, God Bless your family

[@MCRUE78]

You can tell he has a good heart . He was phenomenal wrestler who’s work is impeccable. God Bless and Rest In Peace Bobby 🙏

[@JoshBruin77]

I put him in the top 10 technicians of all time. 💯

[@jeffallen9077]

I always heard Jim do so much talking for everyone.... I never realized how good a talker Bobby was.... Great to watch this interview...... RIP

[@JoshBruin77]

You can tell he was a gentle man, and a genuine human being. You were the best, Beautiful Bobby. 😢

[@AaronLesterMedia]

If you dislike this video Im wishing a thousand Alabama Jams on you while you sleep. #Repect #BobbyEaton

[@83thechaz]

Seriously ;) Along with a spinning neck breaker and a few of Eaton’s famous right hand punches.

[@hexty82]

Don't forget the sweeeet knee drop off the top

[@brian_b_music]

Then follow that up with a thousand Cornette racquet shots, just for good measure!

[@CJJones1978]

The nicest heel of all time.

[@HalcyonPure]

I would have loved to have met Bobby, just to have shaken his hand and thanked him for so many happy years watching him and the Express putting on a clinic.

[@davidhindman2832]

RIP. I met him for the first time in the 70's, and he was always top notch and humble every time I met him. The nicest guy in the world. Gone too soon.

[@christianbravo2033]

Wrestling heaven just got beautiful rip bobby Eaton

[@darinfry1543]

Watching this bobby seems like a big kid when talking about wrestling lol. Could tell how much he enjoyed it. Just a good ol boy. Can see how he was such a loveable guy

[@liveclassictunes]

What a great humble performer Bobby was... god bless him and his family.

[@williamhervey6409]

RIP Bobby, lord knows you've earned your peace, you were one of the greats, wrestlers and humans 🤗

[@lionhearted7450]

I can see why Jim Cornette loved Bobby with a passion like it was his own family member and in some ways they are; but what a wholesome intelligent man that never spoke a bad word or tried to bury anyone.

[@davidcook3116]

A legend. Rest peacefully, Bobby.

[@TobeyStarburst]

Seemed like a great guy.

[@Phil-ld7si]

A HECK of A GREAT MAN, first time I watched an interview with a wrestler who did not CRY about the things he didn't get or have in wrestling, nor did Mr. Eaton BRAG about his success or money he made. Not a foul word about anyone in or out of the business,,,,,he ALSO proved a wrestler can do an interview with a calm voice and not have to cuss to get a point across....RIP......Mr. Eaton

[@kountrytiger1999]

Had the great chance to meet Bobby just ran into him at a gas station he was on his way home he had been down here in South Carolina we talked about a half hour just about deer hunting. He was a great guy we were having a blast talking about hunting but he had to get home it was truely a pleasure meeting him.

[@andrewsbbq7876]

Humble, well liked, one of the best to do it.. Lord gained a great man, god bless his family and watch over them

[@ryblack5032]

What an Amazing Wrestler and Amazing Man! So Grateful I Got To Grow up watching You! 🙏RIP Beautiful Bobby Eaton! Thank You For The Memories!

[@monsterzero760]

Prayers for Bobby Eaton and his family! I am so sorry for their loss!

[@johndoe-bw8wx]

I used to really like this guy back in the mid to late 80s..Now I freakin love him!! What a genuine person

[@agoraphobicadam1171]

It was a good interview Bobby. My favorite move Bobby would do is the swinging neck breaker it was always perfectly executed. Thanks for the memories Bobby all the way the back to my recollection when you were part of the Jet Set tag team. Rest Easy Bobby you definitely contributed a lot to the wrestling business.

[@toma.4808]

I miss bobby. One of the greatest in ring performers and the nicest man in wrestling. May he rest in peace

[@stevew6910]

Rip Bobby,,, To the kids, Im soo dam sorry,,, Your going through a very rough time, Hopefully knowing Mom and dad are together, Neither are suffering,

[@d-mo733]

The way he speaks, tells me that this was 1 helluva good man! He has a great soul! This is the type of people we need on this planet! What a loss!

[@cruznewz3323]

What a Gentlemen, class personified! Talk about a career to remember. Every territory they wrestled in they put Butts in the seats. God Bless Cruzer In CT

[@ZOOTSUITBEATNICK1]

As good a person as he was a wrestler...and he was a hell of a wrestler.

[@tonystracener9078]

Gonna miss Bobby

[@sppspharmdude]

This guy was a fucking gem. Real gentleman. .

[@Rigamus11]

Beautiful Bobby was one of a kind. A great wrestler and a great human

[@RedfishCarolina]

I have such a hard time with the reality that such an honest, soft spoken country boy intentionally worked so damned well making people hate him. I watched every televised match Bobby was in that was broadcast in Charlotte in the 80s and 90s, so I saw it with my own eyes, and still have a hard time believing it.

[@Josh-nf1il]

Such a class act sadly they don’t make them like beautiful Bobby anymore, to hear him speak so highly of Jim is great what an awesome bond they developed traveling the country.

[@83thechaz]

This interview is proof Bobby Eaton was a caring, giving, and overall great guy behind the scenes. And what about his innocent kid like smile? On August 4th, Heaven truly gained a wondrous soul. Bobby (who may or may not be religious…doesn’t matter); it’s where your heart is. Eaton had that heart Jesus describes. He’s giving, humble, cares about others more than himself: listen to Bobby’s giving a homeless guy groceries- even a cigar xD omfg 🤣 (I’m not idolizing him bc I know nobody is perfect. I’m just discussing good features that I see and learned ). Loved hearing Eaton discuss The Blue bloods, Goldberg, Arn; everything. Such an entertaining interview. Thank you for posting this. Give Heaven an Alabama Jam Bobby ;) I’ll never stop watching your matches with partners like Stan Lane, Dennis Condrey, Arn Anderson…etc etc.

[@DarthSaggezza]

RiP Boddy E. You are truly a class act. I knew you were a super nice guy, but now I know the inside story and I have much greater respect for you now than I had before. This is a classic example of the good guys always finish first in the long run.

[@garycrutcher1856]

Beautiful Bobby Eaton was one the best in ring performers ever . R.I.P beautiful Bobby

[@bangmygavel]

Nicest guy in wrestling. R.I.P. ♥️

[@tonystracener9078]

Absolutely

[@ddwchamp]

RIP Bobby...Thank YOU for the years of being a friend and for being one of the smoothest wrestlers ever. The world lost a wonderful humanitarian, a super nice guy, and one who was kind to all. Enjoy your eternal rewards.

[@derekwinkler7414]

This is awesome. When I was younger I didn’t appreciate. What Beautiful Bobby Eaton stood for in the business. What I later realized how special of a talent he was for the business. He wasn’t about the look. But his look was perfect In it’s own unique way for him. His ring-craft was perfect. Don’t judge a book by its cover. There’s a reason some of the biggest names speak so highly of the man. God rest his “Beautiful” soul.🙏🏻

[@randallstucky9013]

God rest your soul. Wish I could have met him Huge fan of not only his work but he was a genuine great person

[@RedfishCarolina]

The only thing Bobby bragged about about was his own ability to work, and even still he totally understated it. Not a single story about sexual escapades, not a single harsh word about anyone, not a single grudge, not a single ounce of heat for anyone.

[@slabbusterrtr7690]

One of the best wrestlers of ALL time and a damn good human being to .. RIP alabama jammer Bobby Eaton

[@duaneparrish6142]

God bless Bobby Eaton.

[@packpock4369]

First off thank you Beautiful Bobby may you rest in peace with Donna. Beautiful is an interesting name to have because that's ironic for Bobby. Because if you watched this man it was beautiful watching him work. He really was one of the best of all time, he was the best. He is the most respected in the business, not one person says a bad thing about him. Weird he was just an hour away from my town.

[@robertcolson2233]

*Definitely my first time hearing his voice*

[@generallordjowbra8871]

Putting him with Cornette was good for both of them.

[@asoncalledvoonch2210]

1 of the all time great workers in the ring and 1 of the nicest people outside of the ring. Rest in peace Mr. Eaton You deserve it.

[@rict5878]

Dennis and Bobby have such a hilarious way of telling stories about unruly fans.

[@ButterbeanThe]

Beautiful Bobby Bubblegum, somebody make it happen dammit!

[@deathmetalmadness4642]

Pure Natural Talent, down to earth n kind to a fault - Beautiful Bobby you can rest now god bless

[@michaelcapps8052]

love beautiful Bobby Eaton he's your favorite wrestlers favorite wrestler!!!

[@LeoWhalen1933]

Jim Cornette said if Bobby Eaton and Mick Foley were roommates they would end up with all of each others stuff.

[@ckalus]

On another Wrestling site they do quick name association with wrestlers. When asked who is the nicest person in the business, Bobby is named probably 70% of the time. In this tape it comes across that he’s a really decent guy. So honest and open. Miss you, sir.

[@JonnyShambles]

What a lovely guy. Really enjoyed this.

[@fayezfawzi3255]

RIP to a true legend and an awesome guy.

[@thefamilysilver9762]

In all his WCW years in the 1990's Bobby Eaton never seemed to be interviewed or to speak publicly, which was always unusual as all the other wrestlers were such confident speakers. Like others have said, this is my first time ever hearing him hold a conversation, and he's great.

[@200percenthealth]

the respect Bobby had for the business was amazing.

[@leoncardillo7881]

It's great to see how much Bobby enjoyed tell his story lovely person sad he is no longer with us rest in peace

[@jasonfrost6448]

Humble, self aware and cares more about the business as a whole than padding his own ego realizing that he makes more money if everyone is making more money so making your opponent look good should be a priority. Watching this interview from 20+ years ago makes me 100% understand what all the old school guys are saying about the talent of today and how they're only about themselves and their brand and why wrestling is no longer main stream because of it. Too many "who cares if everyone else who gets in the ring with me looks like a joke I need to do my video game moves, the couple hundred fans in the crowd on a good night will eat it up" mindsets. Meanwhile these guys are talking about making hundreds of thousands of dollars a year from local promotions back in the territory days as mid-carders because they had a business first mindset. Wrestlers are broke today and living off of Gofundme's and onlyfans because only one company operates as a business (WWE) and the rest are just a novelty for internet kids who need attention by thinking they're insiders. Basically Bobby explained every modern Jim Cornette rant but in a calm rational way.

[@jurn7429]

What a nice guy Rip Mr Eaton🙏❤️

[@Snakeman612]

The 3 best humans of the wrestling industry from all ive heard, Bobby Eaton, Mick Foley and Owen Hart

[@chrislester4878]

We miss you Bobby went far to soon dieing of a broken 💔 what a great guy he was and we also miss Terry Funk the former world Champion

[@edwardclement102]

Bobby Eaton was a great NWA wrestler as NWA World Tag Team Champion, and also had a great singles career he was a CWA World Champ, a WCW World TV Champ. and wrestled Ric Flair on one of the Clashes of Champions for the WCW NWA World Title. He had a great career.

[@TheDeathWillCome2012]

RIP Bobby Eaton. What a nice man

[@jeffnettleton3858]

Would have loved to hear Bobby talk more about Gulas and Memphis, especially his time with Koko B Ware, as Sweet brown Sugar. I caught a glimpse of them, while visiting relatives in southern Illinois,. They got the Memphis 1 hour show from an Evanston, IN tv station and I caught it once, with Bobby & Koko as a team, the original Midnights, with Dennis, Randy Rose and Norvell Austin and Robert Gibson teamed up with his brother Ricky Gibson. I saw his work from Mid-South on, but only saw and read a bit, from the earlier time.

[@thomasmayes6603]

Rest In Paradise my friend Your talent will live on forever inshrined in my Hall of Fame.

[@domenicricci2978]

RIP Beautiful Bobby Eaton. Thank You For All The Wonderful Memories.

[@ggaa111100]

The fact that maybe the nicest guy in all of pro wrestling could also portray one of the biggest heels ever shows you what a great worker Bobby really was. He had the physical and mental gifts plus a humble, moral Center. That's a rare combination rip beautiful Bobby, you made a hot tag direct to the Pearly Gates.

[@TheEnzyme94]

I love how he smiles when he talks about his wife or his friends!

[@SGTDave]

Class act. One of the all-time greats.

[@lexingtonlee]

The fact that someone so talented. And so respected by his peers wasn’t treated better at the end of his career,and given some sort of job working with younger wrestlers is a travesty. Thank You Bobby! I booed you like crazy as a kid,but you sure entertained me.

[@GEricG]

I was just thinking that when I read your post.

[@Ricardosucio]

It’s good to see Bobby found work as an umpire after he retired from the ring. Nice shirt

[@Trucker-John-B]

I marked out for the Blue Bloods Squire Robert Eaton and Lord Steven Regal. Those promos mixed with the lunatic skill levels of both men in the ring I’ll just never forget it. That Leg drop off the top has never looked better. Love you Bobby!

[@JasonPeck-pf6rn]

Rip Bobby always be remembered

[@nicktucker3437]

19:27 its a great story, love how everyone has good things to say about Bobby.

[@dennispovlak3074]

Bobby you were a great interview it nice to the stories and to see you get to talk

[@Therealgeoffchilds]

You can see why everyone loved him. Such a nice guy. R.I.P

[@bobblakely4413]

One of the best workers all-time Natural when he was young go back and look at him and Norville Austin back in Memphis

[@joshpingley1961]

bobby would be that guy at a saturday cookout you would want to drink some beers and play horseshoes and talk about life in general with. a legend in the business ....r.i.p bobby!

[@Seoul20000]

Ty Highspots 💙🐢

[@livewire3145]

top 5 worker of all time , his stuff looked so real in the early tbs days ,

[@zero5car667]

RIP "Beautiful" Bobby Eaton.

[@delbertprince5302]

Rest In Peace Bobby Eaton

[@bowiestones1]

R.I.P. Bless Bobby Eaton

[@codyman5540]

Yes, now I can see why Bill Dundee stopped his hatred whenever he saw who ended up with his daughter. RIP to such a Legend in the Business

[@ericdravenX00X]

I have heard Bobby was a pretty quiet guy, this is the only interview i have seen from Bobby but what a Nice Guy..

[@daveschannel747]

How the Hell could u not love this guy!! The Gentle Hillbilly, said with mad respect

[@LittleBigKid707b]

Growing up in California in the 80s, I didn't get Nwa as much as I wished I had. But, I would go to the local video store and rent all the Nwa tapes they had. Sometimes renting the same tape a few times. Loved the Nwa style and LOVED watching the Mid Night Express on those pay per views. The British Bulldogs vs The Hart Foundation and Mid Night Express Vs Rock N Roll Express will always be my favorite tag team feuds. God bless this man. May he be with the Lord.

[@samuelfitzhugh3630]

Should be in everybody's hall of fame

[@mage1439]

How many former wrestlers have we all seen that are just bitter to the core with nothing to say but how great they are and how bad everybody else is? And then there's this, the exact opposite of that. He talked like a kid full of excitement, even after decades of wrestling. It makes me feel ashamed that he's gone and I'm here.

[@TheM7drummer]

I grew up on WCCW in Dfw area. Cable hit the erea in the early 80s and Bobby was right, Mid-South had so much talent in that time. Great tv!!