SNAKEBIT: The Jake Roberts Story | Wrestling True Crime Documentary

[@thebigjj4294]

For Jake Roberts I'm so very happy how he turned out. I'm so happy he was able to defeat his demons. With the help of DDP of course. That man literally saved Jake Roberts

[@WSK9002]

Nobody beats their demons, the best one can do is learn to live with them, a lot of people cannot or are not willing to do that.

[@matthewlane518]

DDP is a great man for all he's done to help people, DDP should be sainted

[@wyldewoodcellarswinery]

@@matthewlane518 Truth. He helped Scott Hall too, had Scott not had those issues related to his surgery he'd still be here today.

[@jerm2011]

Yeah, I love Jake. Couldn't have been easy being Grizzly Smith's kid. He overcame.

[@WSK9002]

@@andrewthornton6192 What you have never heard of people relapsing?

[@DrBeauHightower]

Jake is such a nice guy. Thank God for DDP

[@zanethind]

Yeah I'm glad DDP helped him

[@ethanbradley2089]

Oh like starving that snake? Great guy!

[@nomnomnommy2955]

What about the animal abuse?

[@isitoveryet9525]

@@nomnomnommy2955 yeah, let’s judge his entire life based off of that! No redemption allowed, especially on the internet dammit 🥴

[@Pocketrocket-pj1us]

@@isitoveryet9525 Who said anybody was judging him for this one chapter? I am saying that just because he stopped using drugs, it does not magically cause your other sins to disappear. Anyone familiar with, "getting clean" knows that one of the steps, is to atone for previous harm, done while abusing drugs, or alcohol. That means appologizing for, or trying to offset the sin with a good deed(s). Considering I have been a wrestling fan, since before Jake wrestled for WWE, and the fact I am only learning about the animal abuse now, could mean that Jake, along with people in positions of power, have tried to sweep this info, under the rug! That is the opposite of atonement and this information needs to be spread by as and to as many people as possible! It's obvious Cultaholic does not approve, so why should we, the fans, let it go?? JAKE "THE SNAKE KILLER" ROBERTS needs to address this crime and then do whatever he can, to atone. I plan to spread this info, whenever and wherever, I can and I invite others, who think animal abuse is wrong, to do the same! Our power is our "voices", so let's use them, until Jake acknowledges and atones for this odious activity! P.S. How ironic is it, that the wrestling company, who went to court and lost the right to use the name WWF, (to the animal protection agency, World Wildlife Fund), now has a animal killer, in it's Hall of Fame....

[@matthewburr5075]

The Dark Side of the Ring story about him and his family was very well done. I’m glad he didn’t end up a statistic and looking at his life and career can be a lesson to make pro wrestling a lifestyle that can be healthy and not self destructive

[@johnriley7312]

That was the darkest of all the episodes

[@RockSmith-rl9qr]

That's the darkest of dark side of the ring

[@shaned7158]

What a crazy life he went through and still kicking, love him

[@mammothVT]

I knew he had his issues, but I had no idea his home life was that tragic growing up.

[@Macephtopheles]

Would really like to see a deep dive into DDP. The fact he didn't even get into the wrestling business until he was in his 30s and how he managed to have the success which he did despite that as well as how it seems nobody has a bad word to say about him would make for a pretty interesting video. Maybe a "Real-life Babyfaces of Wrestling" series? Could also have a sister series of "Real-life Heels of Wrestling" too? Food for thought, I reckon...

[@stevennorthcutt3838]

We as a society are only interested in the negative actions of pple! Americans get a sense of gratification out of others misery for some reason! That's why DDP isn't bio worthy no skeletons

[@rojitbarlagan]

Everyone needs a friend like DDP! I hope to see a documentary from Cultaholic about DDP!

[@martymartz6872]

The resurrection of Jake the snake put tears in my eyes. Much love to DDP

[@TheSuperuser49]

The bit when they wake up to the crowd funding goal being absolutely smashed.......

[@TheThird1977]

It is a miracle that Jake is still with us when so many of his contemporaries are not, and it's wonderful to see how Jake is today thanks to DDP (and himself for sticking with it).

[@Dnddy5617]

Took me till 52 to beat my demons ..I was a throw away kid growing up .no mom alcoholic dad. Drugs were an escape .long road to recovery but I’m getting there actually 2 years sober 1/1/23- coming up

[@alanrobinson7891]

Congratulations on your sobriety. Keep up the good work, you got this 💪

[@wanderlustwarrior]

Every time you think Grizzly Smith reached a new low, there's somehow more to the story. Jake's upbringing is incredibly sad, and he has recovered from so much.

[@Unknown-bq9id]

Fritz Von Erich is Father of the Year compared to how Grizzly Smith treated his children--at least Fritz seemed to genuinely love his sons, for all the bad decisions he made as a parent... Glad that Jake has overcome his personal demons...

[@itsOasus]

Jake Roberts is easily one of the most awe inspiring redemption stories of our lifetime.

[@myfamilyiscrazy]

What happened to Jake's mother was horrific, holy shit.

[@itrollallot9780]

That she was 13, had a baby with a grown adult man and was forced to marry him?

[@syria0110]

@@itrollallot9780 Of course

[@WanderingMindSR]

For Jake to step out of the shadows of his upbringing and personal demons is nothing short of amazing. He's one of the greatest minds in wrestling and I get chills whenever I watch him use the DDT as his finisher from back in the day. Well done on this video, you give these true crime docs the respect it deserves.

[@MALITH666]

Damn it man DDP. What a Hero you are man. If you every come across this, Thanks for saving Scott dude - a favorite of mine since childhood and snake.

[@Nbflowers1989]

Honestly, though... God bless Diamond Dallas Page. He's professional wrestling's guardian angel and as fans, we cannot thank him enough. What a guy and what a good friend to his fellow legends.

[@Beavie]

Another amazing video, guys. The ending actually made me tear up a bit. Like the man has been through hell, and it is a miracle he is even alive right now, but it is amazing that he has finally put his life on track. DDP is a saint. He did the same with Scott Hall, though sadly he relapsed near the end of his life in part due to the Pandemic's effects on us all, but Dallas Page deserves more than the Hall of Fame induction he has. He deserves to be rewarded for all he's done to help his friends escape their demons. Jake, I hope the rest of your life will be good on you. You deserve peace in your life after all you have suffered through.

[@Nbflowers1989]

DDP is also helping out Buff Bagwell. The man is a legend.

[@Neville133]

Ive met and spoken to Jake once and its astounding that someone who struggled with so much could be such a nice and funny person. He may not have always been the best guy but he has a tremendous heart and the fact that he still tries to better every day is proof of that. Love ya Snake.

[@haolekoa737]

Thank you for this. Jake the Snake was my favorite wrestler as a kid in the 80s, and I'm happy that he seems to have finally found some peace in his life.

[@P0YSiN]

The Wrestling True Crime docs have to be my favorite thing from the channel this year. Obviously a bit grim in subject, but they're so interesting and well done. I'm so glad Jake was able to come out on the other side of all this and is living a better life today.

[@irighterotica]

Glad Jake is still with us. Too many lost their lives far too soon. I always think of Roddy Piper saying, "I'm not gonna make 65." I had no idea his upbringing was so rough. Suddenly the drinking makes a lot of sense.

[@gerard4161]

cultaholic really spoiling us with high quality content this festive season, appreciate it lads!

[@BlackBoyLost92]

Cultaholic closing out the year with straight bangers

[@tyrone5969]

I knew he had a troubled family, but I had no idea that it was that dark and massive. It's a miracle he's still with us. The times he could've been dead, imprisoned or dying in prison, and he's still with us. Wow, a genuine survival story on countless levels.

[@joeywrestling9536]

Had no idea this was on the horizon but I am sooooooo freakin excited!! My all time favorite channel doing a documentary on my all time favorite wrestler. Thank you, Cultaholic!! ❤️❤️

[@davefogle7747]

these kind of videos are what sets Cultaholic apart from the other channels

[@amarieoflothlorien]

He was one my favorite wrestlers, so glad he turned his life around. He could captivate people without even raising his voice.

[@FurrySpatula]

I remember Jake the Snake came to my school as a born again Christian and shared his story when I was in grade 6 in the 90s. At that time I thought no way he was Jake the snake, then I thought that was just kayfabe... Flash forward to being an adult and I realized oh damn! That was actually him, he was messed up and struggling

[@Bmanjones101]

I am constantly inspired by Jake’s story. By the numbers and nature of the way he has lived his life, he realistically should have been just another statistic decades ago, but by some absolute miracle he turned his life around in the bottom of the 9th inning. To me it shows the true power and miracle of having good friends and people around you who care, like DDP. What a god send he is.

[@jvstice56]

Jake's life has always been one of turmoil, and he was one very bad incident away from a news report saying "Aurelian Smith Jr, better known as the wrestler Jake "the Snake" Roberts, has passed away at the age of X." One thing is for certain: without DDP, Jake wouldn't be alive today. His intervention helped Jake, and later Scott, recover from their demons to become positive role models once again. While we did lose Scott earlier this year, it wasn't because of his demons, but a bad fall and a blood clot. I, for one, am eternally grateful that DDP does all this for troubled wrestlers. He is a Guardian Angel if there ever was one.

[@ginofrancejr555]

Jake is a legend he is an example of there is darkness before the dawn

[@pygmalionxxx]

More power to Jake Roberts for even doing wrestling after what he experienced at home. Way more than a lot of people could deal with.

[@rishisaaptacha]

Absolutely amazing how much of a difference DDP is making in people's lives. Beautiful to see how much both Jake Roberts and Scott Hall changed. Brings a tear to my eye.

[@opethmike]

I really miss Graded and Wrestlers of the week. Those were the best videos this channel put out.

[@ShowdeQuetzal]

I never knew about the familiy of Jake Roberts, its almost a miracle that he's still alive

[@Biffo316]

I absolutely love these long form/documentary style videos. Same documentary on the sceewjob might just be the greatest independent piece of media on KZbin

[@eddieZDI]

Cruelty to animals is pretty much unforgivable but I don't blame Jake for how the Damian's were treated, the fact that he was given the responsibility of looking after another creature when he couldn't look after himself is disgraceful

[@benwarner2940]

Feel like bruiser Brody should be the next installment of this series because it might be the best series you guys do

[@benwarner2940]

Other ideas: the ring boy scandal The snuka murder Jeff Hardy’s long list Rikodozan death

[@jakevolk1227]

Jake did some appearances on some small time wrestling thing in my small town in Saskatchewan. They were on some tour and landed in my hometown. I was star struck. Too shy. But my sister saw him and said "can my brother get a picture with you?!.. our mom named him after you" I have the picture framed. Middle fingers and all.

[@_queerauntie]

Legit cried this whole video. He was my hero as a kid.

[@Mr_Oggie]

My brother was a big Jake Roberts fan back in the 80s, I never got in to him but liked the DDT as a move... but all this shows what happens when you are surrounded by enablers and people who just make excuses for you, rather than those who have your best interest at heart. Very glad DDP was able to come in and save the day and Jake's story seems to have a happier ending than it should have.

[@KenRising1996]

I'm loving these documentaries

[@jamalvargas6146]

Thank Goodness He's Sober and Not Dead DDP is a lifesaver with his DDP Yoga

[@ashley_bell]

Another great long form documentary from the Cultaholic team. Love this series! 💙

[@nyyfan310]

What a video..what a doc!! I love how you guys keep raising the bar and keeping stuff original

[@matthewburr5075]

DDP is a saint

[@hasanx8066]

Facts Jake being alive really is a miracle. DDP bought so many back or gave some a little more time.

[@phild8238]

You lads are putting out all the goodies for Christmas break thank you!

[@Harv_RV]

These documentaries are incredible pieces of work. Keep them coming

[@rogregg29445]

Imagine going to a wrestling show all excited to see Jake the snake and you wind up seeing his Trouser snake too

[@jessebrown9046]

The one! the only Jake the snake Roberts! A living legend, I thought Jake was the man when I was a kid, and still do

[@tomleach1428]

Jake was/is one of the greatest wrestling minds of his generation. he's my favourite promo of the 1980s and there was alot of great talkers in the 80s. Absolute legend.

[@babarazamsucks]

Have been binging Jake The Snake Roberts lately from The Golden Era and now this comes out at the same time. Just like the one with Chris Benoit who I was binging at the time that came out as well.

[@curtailedbike4123]

I love these new cultaholic videos. I love learning new things about wrestlers

[@meganlucas6572]

This was so well done and the line at the end was ❤

[@bloodsimple94]

I didn't know about the incident with Davey Boy Jr. Kind of a bitch move to try to fight a sickly old man, though it may explain why he's never made it big despite his gifts. Amazing video once again guys.

[@melanineyedoc]

DDP is the man, mate.

[@Nbflowers1989]

Good for Jake to turn his life around. Like the final tag of this video said, nobody is a lost cause. 👏🙏

[@ethanbradley2089]

Nah when you torture animals you kinda are.

[@Nbflowers1989]

@Ethan Bradley I hear ya. Huuuuge animal lover, here. Vegetarian because I love animals so much. But something like this, I just gotta assume it was the drugs and booze to make him that way. An excuse, perhaps, but I like to believe a clear-headed Roberts wouldn't have ever done something like that. Still absolutely disgusting, though.

[@ethanbradley2089]

@@Nbflowers1989 hobos with dogs remember to feed them!

[@PBK1977]

​@@ethanbradley2089hobos actually want their digs and love them. Jake was basically given living props.

[@zanethind]

His dad was a monster which caused his trauma I feel sorry for Jake the Snake

[@joshuahurtado9359]

This video actually gave me goose bumps

[@burnthetrolls5971]

Jake The Snake is one of the lucky ones he should have left us years ago but through all the Hell he's gone through here on earth he's survived and learned from his mistakes and is a better person for it a true legend indeed

[@C4NIVORE9273]

I feel like after the master work that was The Complete History of the WWE I have to say that this could have used another 10 minutes or so detailing his redemption and the years since. I appreciate the depth that went into the dark side of it all but it seems as though the positives were glanced over in roughly 2 minutes

[@IPv6Freely]

DDP is a literal lifesaver.

[@rogerramon3151]

Love Jake the Snake. One of my all time favs. like the video said he was successful but stil could have been so much bigger

[@DeadKoby]

Jake is ALWAYS going to have to face the consequences of his past actions.......but in recent years, and with the help of DDP, he's gotten some stability, and can repair and rebuild himself and reputation. I'm hoping he can heal the relationships with his family.

[@zanethind]

I've never seen one of these before on this channel my first time watching and it's so good

[@homerjay706]

very good , knocked out of the park.. well done

[@VERDICTInsanity]

Jake was my favourite wrestler growing up alongside Brett. When I saw him in the Beyond The Mat doc I lost all respect for him. Such a shame to see someone with so much potential waste it all.

[@tombaumhart1891]

Awesome documentary 😢

[@timsullivan3715]

Jake the Snake-best guest Joe Rogan has ever had.

[@andrewcrouch2362]

Very good video upload enjoyed watching it very interesting 👍

[@jawaidtoppa4151]

May God Almighty continue to give jake roberts The wisdom Patience and virtue to overcome obstacles and challenges he may face or encounter God Bless him thank you to aew for giving him a second chance in life ❤

[@PBK1977]

God didn't do the poor man much good earlier.

[@ferox965]

DDP is an amazing person.

[@rexsexson5349]

Thank God for ddp being in the business and who he is. He saved Jake's life. Jake's a good dude. His upbringing. I'd probably turn out like Jake. However, I'm the same size and height as Bartlett. So wresting is a no. I mean I'm no Mysterio he is a once in a lifetime wrestler

[@Clemsoncrawler362]

Jake was one of my top favorite wrestlers in the 90s. Tied for first with multiple men. Such a legend

[@Crasky1992]

There's no denying that his tragic childhood would have played a huge role in his issues. That said, it can't be used to excuse his behaviour. His turnaround after DDP's intervention proves his behaviour could be changed if he'd tried.

[@thomaswashburn3513]

Jake and Rowdy Roddy Piper were my favorite wrestlers as a kid (mid 80’s). Loved their promos… they were the best at what they did.

[@laurieherman4159]

Wow. This story gave me goosebumps! I grew up watching Jake and liked him a lot. I knew he had his demons, but I didn't know the extent of it. How chilling and sad. Thank goodness for DDP!

[@petesmart1983]

It sad the story of Jake,robin and his half brother Sam Houston who all have had horrible life growing up cause of grizzly Adams. Both Jake and Sam had huge addiction problems but thankfully there both fully clean

[@56postoffice]

Wow. Just......wow. And he's still breathing! Wrestling's Keith Richards.

[@dennisblackmon8773]

He proved its never to late to change

[@michaelmcdonald193]

The abuse alone makes this harrowing. The fact Jake and Robin survived is heroic. Roberts also a prick.

[@woobgamer5210]

Finally, a WTCD with a happy ending.

[@gavin3434]

My granny thinks he is fine xD She said "id love to run my fingers through his chest hair" 🤦🤦🤦🤦🤦😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@Nbflowers1989]

Love these!

[@jerryjanik480]

So the Red Rooster thought Jake the Snake Roberts wasn't a big bigger draw than he was the Red Rooster never drew a dime and Bill Watts was so pissed off about the Muhammad Ali incident

[@Amarth13]

He was one of my two favorites along with the Ultimate Warrior back when I first started watching WWF back in 1988. Then he turned heel so I couldn't like him anymore.

[@mvelomtshweni6938]

THANK YOU DDP FOR SAVING ROBERTS

[@fitfighter24]

Why are they only showing the darkest side of Jake and not honoring his hard work and dedication to getting clean since 2015 he is In better shape at 68 years old then he probably was just pass his prime it’s a privilege to be around him now he has a podcast and a solid job with AEW

[@alanrobinson7891]

What is his podcast called

[@fitfighter24]

@Alan Robinson the snakepit his partner is Conrad Thompson it was originally DDP Snakepit with Dimond Dallas Page but DDP turned it over to him solo

[@alleahsasseville]

I obviously don't condone substance abuse.... but sometimes you just understand why. So pleased we still have Jake better than ever ❤🐍

[@dennisblackmon8773]

You forgot about the part where Jake showed up fine and was left to wait for the main event well somehow he got some Crack and some booze and was really messed up so the promoter decided to combine two matches

[@wbl_unlimited]

DDP is amazing

[@robertfry9128]

Jake the snake Roberts will go down as one of the greatest wrestlers in the WWE and the other promotions in which he wrestled he’s one of the most colorful names in the industry his promos were unbeatable as far as I am concerned and when it was time for him to perform he gave the crowd exactly what they wanted I am very happy to see that he was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame he deserves to be there

[@josephmiller9424]

Jake could've been a even bigger star then he was, think even though all his troubles he is still remembered as one of the greatest stars ever do to he could work and on the mic he was great plus he knew how a match should go and how to build it up and in the end he became a what if . Most I believe thing Jake should have been one of the top guys and after his career he should've been in the office working on story lines a booker but nope his demons ruined him but in the end he got clean so maybe the snake now that he shed his old skin is in his new skin will rise again

[@CarbonRollerCaco]

While I definitely believe that there are evil, and dangerously so, people in the world, I also believe that there are many good people misguided by things like self-delusion, bad experience and substance abuse. Though not all may be rescuable, being too certain/gullible/imprintable, plenty can, and it'd be a damned shame to not try. I myself have made great strides in changing someone through simple understanding and reasoning, so I can very well believe Roberts has genuinely been redeemed, especially considering the desire was clearly there. And I'm someone who isn't so quick to fully accept claims of innocence; some skepticism is necessary to protect oneself. I believe time vindicates talk. And Roberts has had plenty of time. I also believe good outnumbers evil simply because of what it takes for evil to succeed: lies. No matter how you slice it, weaving a convincing lie is more draining than simply being honest because it's piled on to the truth, and people can see that the truth makes sense and lies don't, so it's a waste anyway. The more truth is known, the more lies it destroys. This is why I can stay optimistic in general even as I lament any and all tragedy, including modern woes. And the ones Roberts faced. I highly recommend this account to any doubters of either notion. Thank you, Cultaholic Wrestling.

[@yebutmynameiskyle]

This is so damn sad, his piece of shit father helped ruin so many lives. Thank god for DDP

[@m.otransformers4855]

Please do more, great vid series

[@nick-playercharacter8583]

There is always hope.

[@TheSuperiorQuickscoper]

Quick question about 24:44: why wasn't Jake extradited to the UK to stand trial? Surely the U.S. has an extradition treaty with the UK.

[@VillaFanDan92]

I looked that up, because I thought it was strange too. Turns out it's just that the US doesn't allow extradition for its citizens if they have committed the crime of animal cruelty.

[@Foxentails]

Jake was supposed to get the title working in a program with Warrior, but Warrior got fired before it could happen.

[@MikeyMike-uu3fe]

3:46 They let Jake were his WWE Hall of fame ring on AEW TV? interesting

[@itrollallot9780]

They were going to tell him to take it off? We all know he’s a wwe hall of famer.

[@MikeyMike-uu3fe]

@@itrollallot9780 rival companies are petty like that