WWE Hall of Famer Jake Roberts has offered simple but valuable advice to young wrestlers looking to improve their promo skills: put in the work.
Speaking on his podcast, The Snake Pit, Roberts was asked what advice he’d give to aspiring talents hoping to sharpen their mic skills. His answer was direct.
“Practice, practice, practice, and put some thought into it,” Roberts said. “I would practice in front of a mirror or just driving down the highway while looking in the rear-view mirror.”
Roberts is widely regarded as one of the greatest talkers in wrestling history. Known for his calm, deliberate delivery and psychological intensity, his promos in WWE during the late 1980s and early 1990s have been studied by generations of wrestlers. Rather than shout or rely on catchphrases, Roberts stood out with his soft-spoken, menacing style, drawing audiences in rather than overwhelming them.
Many fans and peers alike have described Roberts as a master of the promo, turning each segment into a performance that advanced stories and built tension with minimal effort. His legendary backstage interviews and pre-match promos remain some of the most replayed and analysed to this day.
What Did Jake Roberts Say About The Possibility Of Him Surpassing Hulk Hogan’s Popularity?
Jake Roberts spoke about how he believes he could have surpassed Hulk Hogan in terms of popularity in WWE during the mid to late 1980s. Roberts said that if he were given the opportunity and the push to become WWE’s top babyface during the 80s, he thinks he would have been able to surpass Hogan in terms of popularity with the fans.
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