Black Representation Pt. 2: The Attitude Era & The NWO Era

Black representation in wrestling took center stage during the Attitude Era and NWO era, and this episode breaks down exactly how.

On this episode of The First Black Champ Podcast, hosts Camp From The Port and J.R. Bang sit down with guest A Plus to continue their deep dive into Black representation in professional wrestling. A Plus shares the first wrestler he remembers watching, his first favorite wrestler overall, and the first Black wrestler who made him a lifelong fan.

From there, the conversation shifts to the Attitude Era and the NWO era — two of the most influential periods in pro wrestling history. The crew discusses how Black wrestlers were presented during this time, the characters that broke through, and the lasting impact these eras had on representation in the industry. Ron Simmons, recognized as the first Black world champion, comes up as a key reference point in the larger conversation about who paved the way.

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