Corey_Lazarus 0 Report post Posted June 26, 2007 No. OJ just allegedly beat his wife on several occasions, murdered her, and then slit her lover's neck to the point where he was nearly decapitated. Oh, as for 9/11 jokes...nah, wrong place. I'm hoping so damn much that Benoit wasn't responsible, even though I know he likely is. If that makes any sense whatsoever. I really, REALLY hope - as morbid of a hope it is - that he wasn't the one to kill the kid. The wife is one thing, but not the kid. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mecca 0 Report post Posted June 26, 2007 Ah here we go.......look I'm not here trumpeting his innocent, I don't really know. But the reasons I liked Benoit for what he did in the ring not what he did in his personal life.......I have fully seperated those, tihs is a sad and horrible thing but I'm not going to go burn my DVD's or forget how much I enjoyed him. Agreed, Chris Benoit put on some of the best wrestling matches ever, and it's fucked up to think that someone who was so well respected from all of us could do such a sick thing. I'll always look back at him differently now, but that's not to say I'm trashing all of my Benoit stuff This is hard for me, words really can't explain but in 10 years when I watch a match or remember him I'll hope I remember him for more than just this. Of course if I ever have children and they become fans it would be really awkward telling them about the guy that to me was wrestling and was one of my hero's..........ok I don't wanna think about that. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bruiser Chong 0 Report post Posted June 26, 2007 Hey, I don't mean to get all Czech on you guys, but if we're going to be tossing around various forms of the word "separate," let's try and spell it correctly. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Superfly Snuka 0 Report post Posted June 26, 2007 Because of the murder, I have downgraded the Royal Rumble 03 v. Angle from ****3/4 to ****1/4 Thanks for making me laugh a little in this depressing time. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CanadianChris 0 Report post Posted June 26, 2007 http://www.pwtorch.com/artman/publish/article_20634.shtml PWTorch.com has learned that one major media entity has received an email purporting to be from a friend of the Chris Benoit extended family saying that Benoit accidentally killed his wife in a domestic argument, then panicked and killed his son later so his son could be with his mother rather than grow up without a mom and knowing his father as a murderer. Well, that's quality reporting right there. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
World's Worst Man 0 Report post Posted June 26, 2007 There's a difference between enjoying a Benoit match, and paying tribute to a man who murdered his family. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
StrapFinlay 0 Report post Posted June 26, 2007 http://www.pwtorch.com/artman/publish/article_20634.shtml PWTorch.com has learned that one major media entity has received an email purporting to be from a friend of the Chris Benoit extended family saying that Benoit accidentally killed his wife in a domestic argument, then panicked and killed his son later so his son could be with his mother rather than grow up without a mom and knowing his father as a murderer. It's easy for people to try and cover up gruesome parts of what happened when all the witnesses are dead... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Soul_Assassin Report post Posted June 26, 2007 I have a 100% rating right now...I can't bite that bullett. Although if people were up to messaging the seller and telling him what we think then I'd be down for that Done and Done! The asshole with the DVD is asking $90.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Youth N Asia 0 Report post Posted June 26, 2007 Ah here we go.......look I'm not here trumpeting his innocent, I don't really know. But the reasons I liked Benoit for what he did in the ring not what he did in his personal life.......I have fully seperated those, tihs is a sad and horrible thing but I'm not going to go burn my DVD's or forget how much I enjoyed him. Agreed, Chris Benoit put on some of the best wrestling matches ever, and it's fucked up to think that someone who was so well respected from all of us could do such a sick thing. I'll always look back at him differently now, but that's not to say I'm trashing all of my Benoit stuff This is hard for me, words really can't explain but in 10 years when I watch a match or remember him I'll hope I remember him for more than just this. Of course if I ever have children and they become fans it would be really awkward telling them about the guy that to me was wrestling and was one of my hero's..........ok I don't wanna think about that. I need this to settle in before I've made my mind up about all of this, I still don't know how to feel yet Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Crippler Crossface 0 Report post Posted June 26, 2007 We should be getting more news soon. Initial autopsy was supposed to be released around 1 pm EST. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JHawk 0 Report post Posted June 26, 2007 Here's profiteering for you. http://cgi.ebay.com/2004-Royal-Rumble-Chri...1QQcmdZViewItem Buy it now for 90.00? Isn't the entire set only like twice that? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bob_barron 0 Report post Posted June 26, 2007 Benoit's wife had horrible taste in men. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kurt Angle Mark 0 Report post Posted June 26, 2007 http://www.pwtorch.com/artman/publish/article_20634.shtml PWTorch.com has learned that one major media entity has received an email purporting to be from a friend of the Chris Benoit extended family saying that Benoit accidentally killed his wife in a domestic argument, then panicked and killed his son later so his son could be with his mother rather than grow up without a mom and knowing his father as a murderer. After reading the TMZ report, That is the scenario I came up with as well. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Youth N Asia 0 Report post Posted June 26, 2007 I know this clearly doesn't matter now, but had he wrestled at the ppv he'd have been the only triple crown title winner of the big three (clearly not counting the NWA title). And I know this ECW isn't the same as it used to be Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bruiser Chong 0 Report post Posted June 26, 2007 http://www.pwtorch.com/artman/publish/article_20634.shtml PWTorch.com has learned that one major media entity has received an email purporting to be from a friend of the Chris Benoit extended family saying that Benoit accidentally killed his wife in a domestic argument, then panicked and killed his son later so his son could be with his mother rather than grow up without a mom and knowing his father as a murderer. Well, that's quality reporting right there. Well, I'm sure if Chris explained it to Daniel that way he'd totally understand. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tominator89 0 Report post Posted June 26, 2007 Fox News reporter says a press conference is scheduled for 3PM Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
StrapFinlay 0 Report post Posted June 26, 2007 http://www.pwtorch.com/artman/publish/article_20634.shtml PWTorch.com has learned that one major media entity has received an email purporting to be from a friend of the Chris Benoit extended family saying that Benoit accidentally killed his wife in a domestic argument, then panicked and killed his son later so his son could be with his mother rather than grow up without a mom and knowing his father as a murderer. After reading the TMZ report, That is the scenario I came up with as well. No gunshots, no stabbing, etc, but "death instruments" at the scene. And still an accident? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bruiser Chong 0 Report post Posted June 26, 2007 Here's profiteering for you. http://cgi.ebay.com/2004-Royal-Rumble-Chri...1QQcmdZViewItem Buy it now for 90.00? Isn't the entire set only like twice that? He's got the best offer option on. Time for us to submit lucrative offers of 30 cents or less. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bob_barron 0 Report post Posted June 26, 2007 I know this clearly doesn't matter now, but had he wrestled at the ppv he'd have been the only triple crown title winner of the big three (clearly not counting the NWA title). And I know this ECW isn't the same as it used to be Big Show Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Youth N Asia 0 Report post Posted June 26, 2007 "He was like a family member to me, and everyone in my family is taking it real hard," said Bret Hart from cnn.com's story, I know it isn't much. I guess we're scraping looking for news while dealing with this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Youth N Asia 0 Report post Posted June 26, 2007 I know this clearly doesn't matter now, but had he wrestled at the ppv he'd have been the only triple crown title winner of the big three (clearly not counting the NWA title). And I know this ECW isn't the same as it used to be Big Show blah, slipped my mind Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
caboose 0 Report post Posted June 26, 2007 This is without doubt the strangest bit of news I've heard all year and quite frankly underlines the point that Wrestling is a pretty shitty business to get into. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SilverPhoenix 0 Report post Posted June 26, 2007 Well, considering the source, all of our worst fears have come true. http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2007/more...ex.html?cnn=yes Bloody Fucking Hell. Just Bloody Fucking Hell. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MrRant 0 Report post Posted June 26, 2007 This is without doubt the strangest bit of news I've heard all year and quite frankly underlines the point that Wrestling is a pretty shitty business to get into. Well it isn't wrestling that would drive someone to do this. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Macaroni Report post Posted June 26, 2007 Does anyone know when Benoit's first marriage ended? I'd be interested to hear comments from his first wife about this - it could shed some light on his character if their marriage was volatile as well. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Darthtiki 0 Report post Posted June 26, 2007 I'm wondering if we'll see some government bureaucrat asking for investigation into the business due to all the media controversy. Since self-policing is obviously not working and that is the only way to keep the government out of your affairs, this could be a possibilty and maybe it would be for the best. Just a thought Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
UseTheSledgehammerUh 0 Report post Posted June 26, 2007 Well, it's pretty much confirmed that Benoit suffucated the son and strangled Nancy, then hung himself. It's what every news outlet is reported they've been told. This is so sad. Benoit was my favorite wrestler, I'll never forget all the memories he gave me, but I'll never forget what he did to destroy his legacy, either. He's like a real-life Anakin Skywalker, not trying to be funny or anything. The best at what he did, and ultimately threw it all away and destroyed himself and those he loved. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MrRant 0 Report post Posted June 26, 2007 Well it's what the AP has been told. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AntiLeaf33 0 Report post Posted June 26, 2007 This is beyond fucked up Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bruiser Chong 0 Report post Posted June 26, 2007 Get your limited edition homemade Chris Benoit hoody. Only $30 plus $10 shipping! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites