Paul Walter Hauser, known for his role in Blackbird and his recent Emmy win, has revealed his love for wrestling and his unexpected journey into the ring.
The Emmy winner, celebrated for his Outstanding Supporting Actor win for Blackbird, has been vocal about his admiration for wrestling, even incorporating wrestling references into his Emmy speech. During an appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Hauser shared insights into his “side hustle” as a wrestler, expressing his enduring love for the sport:
I love wrestling. I grew up watching it, and I never graduated from that.
He remarked. Addressing scepticism about wrestling, he humorously juxtaposed it with his acting role in Blackbird, stating:
You know what’s also fake? Me being a serial killer in Black Bird. That’s also not a real thing.
Drawing parallels with Bruce Willis’s harmonica playing as a side talent, Hauser likened wrestling to his own extracurricular passion. He recounted his unexpected entry into the wrestling world, including his participation in a charity event and subsequent training for a match.
Footage of Hauser’s wrestling bout at Wrestling REVOLVER against Matthew Palmer was showcased, offering a glimpse into his venture. Reflecting on the experience, Hauser recounted the invitation he received and his decision to engage in the charitable wrestling event, ultimately leading to his participation in the match. He emphasised the enjoyment of the show and the thrill of the experience.
Looking ahead, Hauser is set to return to the ring to face Matt Cardona on March 16th at REVOLVER Wrestling’s Ready or Not event, marking a continuation of his unexpected wrestling journey.
When Did Emmy Winner Paul Walter Hauser Make His Wrestling Debut?
Emmy winner Paul Walter Hauser made his wrestling debut on November 16th at the REVOLVER Unreal event against Matthew Palmer where Hauser picked up a win in a match that went 11:02.
H/t to Fightful.com