In 2007 whilst the WWE were touring Europe, Monday Night RAW aired from Milan, Italy. One of the most memorable moments from the show was the debut of Santino Marella. Vince McMahon was tasked with picking a ‘fan’ from the crowd to face the late great Samoan bulldozer Umaga.
Speaking on the podcast Stories with Brisco and Bradshaw, the former Intercontinental Champion spoke of how uncertain he was if Vince McMahon was going to see him amongst the passionate Italian fans that night in Milan.
Santino Marella’s debut was dubbed the Milan Miracle.
Marella went on to enjoy a very successful career with the WWE and featured in countless entertaining segments.
Santino Marella thinks very highly of Vince McMahon
Marella was released by the WWE in 2016. Despite this, he still remains a huge admirer of Vince McMahon.
Speaking to Back Sports Page in 2020, the master of The Cobra mentioned how much he still looks up to his former employer
Marella praised the fact that McMahon still finds time for his family despite being incredibly busy.
Although McMahon has his fair share of enemies, Marella’s words highlight the integral part to the Chairman’s business personality that has enabled him to run the WWE for as long as he has.
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