Paul Heyman describes a shocking backstage incident between Vince and Shane McMahon

In the fifth episode of the recently released Netflix documentary series “Mr. McMahon,” Paul Heyman talked about a scary behind-the-scenes incident between Vince McMahon and his son Shane.

The relationship between the two has been rocky and complicated over the years. In 2009, Shane left WWE due to creative differences and disagreements that reportedly damaged their relationship. After returning to WWE in 2016, tensions rose again and reached a boiling point before the 2022 Royal Rumble. A heated argument between father and son eventually led to Shane leaving the company once again.

In the docuseries, Paul Heyman puts the story into context, explaining: “The most defining moment I've ever witnessed between Vince and Shane was a creative argument that took place one night. Shane had an idea that he really believed in, and Vince didn't agree with it at all. And like most things that happen with Vince, once they start escalating, they escalate very quickly.”

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He then continues with the story.

Vince finally turned to Shane and said, “Not as long as I live.” And Vince, who was eating something, picked up his knife and handed it to Shane. He said, “Right there (Vince points to his heart). Come on. Right there. If you want it so bad, then stick the dagger right here. Because that's what you have to do to make that decision. And if you don't stick the dagger right here, then I know you're not man enough to do it, and I have to take that into account, too. Or you can buy me out like I bought my father out. And if I don't get out of your way, then be prepared to get rid of me like I had to get rid of my father when he didn't do things my way at all.”

Heyman tells it like it's a scene straight out of a mafia movie, with the Don cold-heartedly testing his heir's loyalty and resolve. It's a power play that only someone like “Mr. McMahon” would pull off.

Watch Heyman tell the story the way only Heyman can.

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