Chris Jericho, with a career spanning over 3 decades, has continuously transformed himself, revealing various personas on screen. In a recent conversation with “TMZ Sports,” the current FTW Champion discussed why his current persona, known as “The Learning Tree,” holds a special place in his heart.
Jericho stressed that he finds his present character to be his favorite, saying, “If it’s not, then why am I doing it? There’s been a lot of great moments, but I like this era. I like what’s going on right now.”
During the interview, Jericho underscored the importance of honoring the wrestling legends who paved the way for him and supporting the current crop of talent in the industry. He acknowledged the strides made in wrestler salaries and expressed a desire to help increase the earnings of wrestlers, recognizing the trailblazers of the past.
Moreover, Jericho indicated his ongoing commitment to assisting and supporting others as a gesture of gratitude for those who laid the foundation for today’s generation.
These comments from Jericho came ahead of the premiere of his new talk show segment, “TV Time,” on “AEW Dynamite,” continuing his rivalry with former FTW Champion HOOK.
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