10 Wrestlers Who Fought Their Demons And Came Back Stronger

From Kurt Angle and Shawn Michaels to Matt and Jeff Hardy and Jake 'The Snake' Roberts, these are 10 Wrestlers Who Fought Their Demons And Came Back Stronger.
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[@veryananduren8513]

"Wrestling Guardian Angel DDP" is probably the best and most deserved of his accolades 13:06

[@nathanbuttgame]

And to think WWE buried his career during the invasion angle. SMH. DDP was so over in WCW. What could have been... I'm just glad he's so darn positive and has done such good work with some of my other childhood heroes.

[@scottybricks3996]

@@nathanbuttgame i can't believe wwe did ddp so dirty. When he was revealed to be the creepy stalker after undertakers wife he got one of the best pops in history. The fans had real love for ddp and he deserved a good run in wwe before his age would catch up to him.

[@dpalmerama]

He definitely deserves the Warrior Award as recognition for his work! It's amazing to think how many tens of thousands of lives DDP has improved!

[@KaladinVegapunk]

Honestly it's insane they covered rehab but not healthcare and gave zero craps about their horrible mortality rate

[@KaladinVegapunk]

Idk I've been clean off drugs for a decade and a half, got on subs and was fine but can still have a beer or take meds for dental work, it's just about being responsible, it isn't a disease just about not being a junkie and wanting to stay clean

[@tolgaozatc4442]

Summary of the video: DDP is the best human being on the earth.

[@MRWINDYMETHANE]

He really is. It's gonna be nigh impossible finding a successor for DDP yoga when he's gone.

[@TheSuperTroller]

At least for former/troubled wrestler

[@jeremybird3467]

Yes u r correct...that man has gone above and beyond for troubled wrestlers...scott hall....jake roberts...he truly has given back soooooo much...

[@SpleenwitaK]

Diamond Dallas Paige more like Diamond Dallas Protector

[@michaelhall736]

He is indeed.

[@princealigorna7468]

DDP deserves a sainthood. The man has literally saved lives. Everyone that goes into the house with him comes out clean, sober, and seemingly 10 years younger. If it weren't for him, both Hall and Roberts would DEFINITELY not be with us anymore. And DDP Yoga has helped thousands upon thousands of people outside the wrestling world too find motivation, develop mindfulness practice, strengthen their inner peace,, and increase their physical health, muscle tone, and flexibility in ways that may not literally be crash course rehab, but definitely will help them live longer and more fulfilling lives

[@darthultor6365]

Saint diamond dallas page,i like it

[@99mrpogi]

If ddp is Catholic then he deserves it.. imagine if he becomes patron saint of athletes like pro wrestlers

[@dpalmerama]

I do DDPY and it's awesome! Thoroughly recommend it to anyone! It's really helped with my health conditions!

[@woobgamer5210]

You know DDP is great when freaking Y2J recommends it

[@harrymcdonald9883]

Oof

[@Montaq_]

I love how positively this video is titled.

[@FootballWeekly_523]

Yesh

[@MRWINDYMETHANE]

Positively Page?

[@marc3l_99]

@@MRWINDYMETHANE yes 😊

[@veryfunnyman111]

That old photo of Kurt Angle in the thumbnail is upsetting. He’s unrecognizable there. I think TNA was rock bottom for him. What a warrior

[@jhinpotion9230]

Perc Angle was built different

[@eric2970]

@@jhinpotion9230 you beat me to it lol Perc angle Haha

[@Nate-ez1xh]

He had some amazing matches there though

[@MRWINDYMETHANE]

Why did Kurt leave WWE in exchange for TNA in the first place?

[@alexknight81]

@@MRWINDYMETHANE they fired him iirc for substance abuse since he was addicted to painkillers around that time

[@jvstice56]

Jake, Luger, and Hall: three men who could've been lost to us but they are alive and well today. If it wasn't for DDP, we would've lost Jake and Scott to their demons.

[@aibotrules2722]

He was the Medical Doctor for the legends

[@dylanthebiguy]

Sadly hall is gone now 😢 he was a entertaining man and I would miss him so Damn much r.i.p the bad guy

[@exilehunter907music]

RIP Scott Hall

[@titsmaggee5180]

2 out 3 not bad

[@richardtherichard26]

Ddp bought Scott hall a good 10 years of life. Bad times don’t last but bad guys do. And good guys like ddp are legends forever.

[@zsmarine0831]

“Angle who you might’ve heard, “”broke his freaking neck”” classic

[@0maxk_]

perc angle

[@TartanCabbage]

@@0maxk_ THE BEAN KICKED IN PATNA GET TO THE CHOPPER

[@0maxk_]

@@TartanCabbage WHAT THE HELL HE SAY I PUNCH HIM IN HIS MOUTH

[@sinfulbehaviors2004]

Marc Mero is a real one. He came to my high school before I graduated and his talk was actually really incredible.

[@marcarthurs8521]

What did he end up talking about? Lot of love for MM but don't hear much of him

[@dpalmerama]

He's just celebrated his 61st birthday, by doing a Mero sault and other acrobatics off a peer! Dude is in great shape for his age!

[@-__]

He came to my school too like 3 years ago his talk was insanely good. Made a ton of people cry

[@kristinashetler9633]

I loved when he came to my high school. Really inspirational to see that he made it through the WWF and all the issues of that time, and was able to fix himself

[@poroporo8859]

Kurt is the prime explain of why to never give up and DDP is the prime example of what life after wrestling should be and how finding and getting help is possible and is not a bad thing. These guys are mad insane

[@Ry1478]

Everyone who has ever gotten help from DDP has come out better. Anyone who he has helped will tell you that.

[@ryleesharlein1047]

So true

[@charlesbloor2869]

DDP deserves a nobel peace prize but the good lord sees what he has done and has blessed him. God bless Diamond Dallas Paige.

[@PopeyeBjj86]

*we don't deserve Dallas Page*

[@edalder2000]

Anyone who saw "Dark Side of The Ring" about Jake Roberts' father Grizzly Smith can see how and why Jake spiraled so low. Watch the movie "Resurrection of Jake The Snake" and "HBO Real Sports" package about Jake and DDP. it's harrowing.

[@chayden153]

His father was a monster

[@marcsarabosing1852]

DDP deserves to be the recipient of the next year's Warrior award.

[@joseflorez9872]

How Eddie Guerrero isn't there is a dam Shame... He conquer his demons and The Beast in one night.

[@HelloShitty08]

Mainly only in kayfabe, as he suffered quite some pain outside of the ring, physical and mental. I mean it is rumoured that he requested to lose the WWE championship because he couldn't deal with the pressure. He won the battles against his demons, but not the war.

[@gosple2]

@@HelloShitty08 You should read the title of this video more closely. This is about fighting your PERSONAL demons, not wrestling ones.

[@HelloShitty08]

@@gosple2 it's the personal demons that later became the wrestling demons, though.

[@bionicrattlesnake2137]

I think because he's not alive today; the video is actually about those who had hard times and they've been doing good for a while.

[@stevegallo8483]

Eddie Guerrero did beat his personal demons, but I think his untimely death in November 2005 (at 38 years old) could be why he wasn't in the video.

[@erict6276]

Learning about how all of these guys went through such struggles and were able to come out of them stronger is genuinely inspiring. Thank you for making this video!

[@davidandmercywhipple]

Sad to see a few of the changes since this video came out: including Hall's death and Jeff being arrested again while working for AEW

[@SheriffOutlaw]

Normally I wouldn't get get emotional over lists like these but I'm happy someone is mentioning this. Redemption stories are always the best in both real and Pro Wrestling Life. Damn someone pass me the tissues, I promise to try not to cry happy tears. Well done to the 10 names mentioned on the list. Salud!

[@MrGanjie]

Before I even start this im just gonna say god bless DDP I hope I can be as much as an positive influence to the people in my life as he is

[@shawnjoss3744]

12:20 RIP Scott Hall. Can’t believe it was complications from surgery that killed him, and not the copious amounts of alcohol.

[@hcaballero57]

I remember hearing on Kevin Nash's podcast he had relapsed before his accident that caused the surgery

[@RandoChrisYT]

After that Dark Side of the Ring episode about Grizzly Smith, I just wanna give Jake Roberts a big hug just so he has an excuse to do a DDT.

[@lunatikksasylumpodcast1998]

Rest Easy Scott Hall. We miss you.

[@jtp2007]

DDP is an amazing human being. I wish there were more out there like him. I also want to note, Marc Mero also deserves praise for how he has taken his mistakes and is using them to teach others.

[@wrestlemix]

Positive top 10 videos are rare This is decent

[@ekasm8000]

Of all those in the video, the ones that makes me happier that overcame their demons are for sure Scott Hall and Jake Roberts

[@glennjoyce7682]

Jesus Fucking Christ that Dark Side of the Ring on Grizzly Smith put Jake's battle in a new light....Growing up under that makes me realize he could have been one of the ones under the ground, instead of still entertaining us

[@Mw-nx5uu]

"That is something that should be celebrated with much enthusiasm as a Royal Rumble win or a Wrestlemania main event." I love this. Addiction is your worst enemy ever.

[@lilkingspade]

You're 100% on point Addiction is no joke, it seems like no matter how hard I fight it, it comes back with a vengeance.. I hope it doesn't kill me.. I don't want to die from it.. I really don't, but it's how I've always dealt with the trauma In my life, now it's just a way to not withdrawal during the course of a month or pure hell. Nobody should ever do hard drugs ever. Take it from me.. there's no future In it.. no hope.. no feeling.. the only time you feel is when you withdrawal, and it's ungodly painful.

[@kylewarren5268]

Wow... I wouldn't have guessed that about regal. He's a GREAT villain. Loved his attitude era commissioner stuff

[@nickpeluso7511]

DDP deserves a to be in the HOF just for saving lives

[@bernadettejohnstone4529]

He was inducted 4 years ago

[@RockApe_]

@@bernadettejohnstone4529OP either stopped watching years ago or just started watching. How could you forget DDP’s great hall of fame induction speech? It was one of the best inductions ever.

[@cpoates777]

@@RockApe_ as well as one of the most deserving

[@VinnieDangerous]

This is a great list and I don't see a lot of other channels highlighting these wrestlers overcoming what has destroyed and ended the lives of so many. These people should be praised more often

[@happytimes10191]

Because they are afraid of touching these kind of subjects,especially if fear of demonitize.

[@Kurt_707]

DDP really is wrestlings guardian angel, he's saved so many wrestlers and is still just a humble guy. Defiantly one of the most respected guys in the business

[@StretchCameron]

Diamond Dallas Page is one hell of a man.

[@FungiRy91]

You have to love DDP.

[@paulmoore5392]

Respect for all these people. As someone who is currently fighting my own demons (not drugs or alcohol or anything mentioned in this video), it takes a lot of strength to conquer these kinds of things

[@Static-ash]

This made me feel so happy for the guys. It truly is inspiring to had how they've successfully continued to fight the fight ❤🖤

[@Numorfutinca]

Fighting these demons îs hard If You are struggling, go look for help If You know someone that struggles, be that help Stay strong and know it's never too late to heal

[@ashtargalaticcommand]

This aged well for Jeff

[@baerinstinctsro1545]

Man I wish eddie was on this list. Otherwise great video.

[@Duncanlinc]

Eddie deserves to be on this list for sure

[@Hellmore94]

Can we get a list of all the wrestlers that DDP has saved?

[@dpalmerama]

Scott Hall, Jake the Snake, he got Lex Luger to be able to walk again! And he helped extend the careers of Chris Jericho, William Regal and Mick Foley. not to mention, A.J. Styles, Dustin Rhodes, Austin Aries, Sting, Sami Zayn, Zack Ryder, Mick Foley, Santino Marella, John Morrison, The Miz, William Regal, and Drew McIntyre, Christopher Daniels, Shane Helms, Titus O'Neil, and many more!

[@Gobblin_Goblin]

Eddie Guerrero deserves a spot on this list. His overcoming of addiction was transcendently inspirational.

[@amer1canbea5t89]

He really didn't overcome addiction. He died from a heart disease caused by years and years of drug use.

[@mrg1566]

These guys show me that it is possible to overcome your demons, ultimate respect to all these guys for turning their lives around🐐

[@cope1327]

RIP Scott Hall 🙏

[@bestforbusiness3512]

The funniest thing about Kurt in TNA is that he was one of the people who had to act disappointed at Jeff after Jeff came back from rehab even though he was clearly OUT OF IT TOO LMAOO

[@SLJR16]

I was always a fan of DDP in the ring, but I have so much more respect for what he’s done outside of the ring. He managed to save Jake Roberts and Scott Hall and he helps people outside of wrestling with his programs too.

[@julianhernandez6457]

After watching this I came a bit sad. Hasn't been very long since we lost Scott hall. What a legend razor was. Rip bad guy.

[@SomeOfTheJuice]

I seriously hope, after DDP eventually takes his seat as the right hand man of the Big Guy, someone takes over for him as the guardian angel of professional wrestling. Having someone like him in the industry, even if it's gotten cleaner overall, is something it absolutely needs to have, just to ensure that those who are struggling with their demons can come back from it. I'd be devastated to see the number of accidental or intentional deaths to rise because people don't have anyone to turn to after he's gone.

[@SeamusMcFlurry]

Watching Jake on Dark Side of the Ring was heartbreaking. I nearly cried. Made me appreciate his AEW run SO much.

[@chayden153]

God same, my dad and I watched it together and by the end we were in tears. I'm so happy he's still here

[@LucasIsHereYT]

DDP actually stands for Destroyer of Drug Problems.

[@kovulion7777]

PG Era has one thing people miss, it's that there's less cases of people having demons

[@NhBleker]

That we know of

[@KTMilward]

Watching this video today, sadly Jeff Hardy had not cleaned up.

[@tequilapapii5936]

The way you described Marc Merro’s downfall was truthfully brutal. 👏🏽 Genius storytelling

[@callmestorm23]

DDP is a fuckin legend and a true hero. Pass it on

[@BigBrownMemes]

I forgot how terrible Angle looked at the worst of his addiction. It makes me happy to see him much healthier and happy

[@fred70829]

Im so happy ddp is getting praise for outside of ring character before a death

[@matthewlane518]

That spiraling effect behind that great Regal pic was awesome

[@TheDukeofMadness]

I think the nadir of Jake Roberts' life was being landed on in that indy show portapotty. Thank God for D.D.P.

[@IntrovertRanger]

Got to meet Marc Mero. Even talked to him on Instagram a few times. Really Great guy

[@emileawan8701]

Wow what a positive video 👍 hats off the cultahloic

[@mr_plank9814]

I watched TNA during angles time there and you never quite realise how low he was at the time until you look back and compare him to now

[@mindofball19]

i’m watching this after Hardy’s relapse and Scott Hall’s death and it’s very sad. Miss Hall and really hope Hardy can actually some day get through it

[@joshkenobiwan]

RIP Scott Hall

[@spookerredmenace3950]

Lex can walk now but he still needs a cane , thank God for DDP

[@bass_brommie]

They need to do dark side of the ring for Scott hall, xpac, and Lex luger

[@Xguiseppee75]

This gives me strength to get and stay clean. Its been a hell of a ride for me these last couple of years.

[@juandufree4309]

I worked at DFW airport during Kurt’s time in TNA, I saw him one day and he looked drugged out. It was so sad, glad he got better

[@SyndicateSuperman]

I remember one time during the "Perc" Angle days seeing him completely bombed out of his gourd at DFW Airport as well.

[@f3arxhawk510]

Ive hurd the storys about regal im glad hes still alive till this day back in the day i loved seeing him on my tv he was my 2nd favorite then and now but a place that can never be lost

[@mutantwalnut3390]

Jake the Snake's rehab documentary is one of the main things that interested in pro wrestling. Mad respect for the real, non-kayfabe willpower of that man to turn his life around and to do it with such vulnerability for others to be inspired by

[@JaimeD.]

"Fighting their demons" Is horrifying how fame and consume of drinks & pills can lead anyone into a downward spiral. That's a scary thought for the people who work in the business of professional wrestling. Stay safe everyone.

[@moneymark6927]

It is. DDP is a true gem for doing what he did.

[@JaimeD.]

@@moneymark6927 Is good to have people like Diamond Dallas Page help those through Yoga and a more healthy lifestyle to get them out of the dark abyss. All AEW crew can get advice from this guy.👍

[@moneymark6927]

@@JaimeD. Yeah, this is an amazing program. Not just Pro Wrestlers, but plenty of other people have also shared their stories about Page.

[@sidneal3620]

As a recovering addict who loves wrestling I love this

[@dangermehha6899]

As an admirer of strong people that kick ass who loves wrestling I love your comment

[@MoonlightStrider]

Keep up the fantastic work man, kick addiction in the ass.

[@johnytwotimes4072]

I remember not recognizing Kurt in TNA at first I thought he looked like a killer or a Cyborg but in hindsight it's just scary and he looks more like a man at his end. Thank God he beat his demons...with a broken freaking neck!

[@gabrielledormuth4634]

Despite DDP having a stupid storyline when he first came to the wwe, I'd say he has made up for that big mistake 100 times over by helping out his fellow wrestlers defeat their demons

[@CliftonSawit]

This hits weird now that Jeff’s fallen off the wagon again :(

[@Crueltea]

DDP's been helping alot of wrestlers with rehabilitation, Jake and Scott are just his most notable success stories. Lately, he's been helping Mick Foley get into the best shape of his life

[@chayden153]

Awe!! What an absolute gem

[@Illgaia]

The world could really use more DDPs in it.

[@shopaccount8909]

Actually the reason he was released from WWE during the time he was in a lot of pain was that he had asked for his release and Vince gave it to him but he was very upset that Kurt was leaving

[@CurtisTomko7107]

Neck pain? I might of watched a vid about that so who knows

[@brandonizaguirre2963]

Jake The Snake should be #1. Also, how TF is Eddie Guerrero not on here? He battled drugs, alcohol, the streets, and came back not only stronger and more popular than ever, but became WWE champion.

[@nathanielstasiowski7358]

I'd love to see Jeff get clean, it's nice to see someone over come the drug addiction or alcohol addiction.

[@berserkerjj6599]

I really liked those 10 matches you need to see videos make more videos like that

[@Nattysimms]

Damn it’s harrowing watching this after Scott Hall’s recent passing 😔

[@jaquandavis8829]

Definitely expected Sting and Eddie Guerrero to be on the list, great video nonetheless!

[@RehabMaestro]

Sting yes. The problem with Eddie was it he ultimately died as a result of the abuse on his body. While he may have quit the drugs and alcohol. It already took the damage on his heart. So that's why.

[@jaquandavis8829]

@@RehabMaestro Fair enough Eddie definitely did fight his demons and come back stronger, but they still contributed to his demise…so you make a good point, respect man!

[@RehabMaestro]

@@jaquandavis8829 yeah like the guy had a massive heart attack at 48 or something of that nature. His hard was twice the size of a normal person. I mean God knows what the guy was putting in his body. To the point where his wife left him and then gave him one last second chance. I think this is even his second heart attack

[@KINGOFBASSREVOLUTION]

@@RehabMaestro I honestly believe if Eddie was still alive so would Benoit n Benoits family too Eddie was like his angel on his shoulder then I respect them both

[@SR-kt7jc]

I'm pretty sure I once saw DDP walk on water.

[@terryterryd]

Lovely uplifting content, chaps

[@swaringen81]

DDP is a real one watch Jake the Snakes special they speak of in the video!

[@freddyrodriguez6577]

Wwe could be Shitty sometimes but one good thing they do is pay for wrestlers rehab

[@XZAVIER-DAA-GOD]

Now Jeff has to overcome them again

[@trystinlindsay5674]

I don’t know if it counts because he still died young but eddie’s comeback in the early 2000’s was pretty impressive and admirable. He just had done too much damage by then.

[@dmfleeting]

I love watching these videos

[@shakeandjake_1]

As much as I love that Kurt Angle got his affairs in order....that perc angle era was absolute beast mode

[@musaibzakee]

Man DDP Is a True Angle For Addict's

[@dennythesavage]

My uncle who didn’t watch wrestling as often as I did. Seen Joey Mercury wrestling one match and said “what the hell, did they change Eugene’s gimmick?” I could never take the model gimmick with him seriously after that, because I seen it, and couldn’t unsee it.

[@TartanCabbage]

Perc Angle lookin PRIMAL like he just popped the biggest BEAN in that thumbnail

[@White2530]

I actually got to meet mark mero before when I was I think a sophomore or junior, he got to tell his stories about his great run with the wwe and his addiction battles, the man is an embodiment of his own faith in himself now that he could overcome the battle of addiction, it was inspiring

[@bigbeecole]

Jesus... I didn't watch TNA, so that thumbnail pic of Kurt took me aback. Without the comparison I don't think I'd have known it was him!

[@NightVisionPhantom]

"Urinating on a flight attendant then waking up in an Alaskan jail with no idea how he got there." We've all been there...

[@tonyhotpockets888]

Marc Mero spoke at my high school about 6 or 7 years ago. Great guy, I definitely broke down during his speech

[@Sasfoot]

Kurt Angle looked liked Randy Couture during that period.

[@kprnr7140]

DDP is a angel to a lot of people

[@anuragsen8421]

What about Eddie Guerrero?

[@RandySWilson]

Jake Roberts was the biggest surprise to escape the 80’s era that lost so many lives due to steroids and addiction. His turnaround is remarkable!

[@martinrubio6357]

Its good to see marc mero cleaned up good for him

[@konnorrockkonnoisseur4970]

Marc Mero came to my middle school one of his speeches. He even signed an autograph for me afterwards

[@Lilgrey1227]

Mark mero was at my elementary school when I was young, kinda cool

[@joshhale9355]

I remember hearing that Kurt was refusing to go to rehab and WWE released him because they didn’t want him to die while in the company. They expected him to die, that’s how bad his situation got. I’m a recovering addict, I would mix opiates and booze every night for over a year. I came close to dying on my kitchen floor July 5, 2019. I can understand what was happening with a lot of these guys, I was starting an MMA career and a freak accident led to me having a shoulder reconstruction surgery and being told I’d never be able to fight. It ended everything. I didn’t think I was suicidal, but I was. I’m only alive because of my mom. I’m now clean and sober with a full time job I love.