Beth Phoenix Says Being in the WWE Hall of Fame is ‘Surreal’

Former WWE superstar Beth Phoenix spoke with USA Today regarding her invitation to be a member of the Hall of Fame, class of 2017.

Most people dream of one day being recognized for the achievements in their particular field. “The Glamazon” said that she never thought that this day would happen for her.

“When you are in WWE, you dream of that moment (in the future) when you get to reflect on your career and the things that you did and you get that wonderful individual honor,” Phoenix told For the Win in an exclusive interview. “It seemed so far off in the distance for me (when I was wrestling). I didn’t know when — or if — I’d ever experience that feeling. I certainly didn’t think I’d have that opportunity this early in my life. It’s amazing and very, very humbling.”

“To hear they find my career was worthy enough and that I did well enough in the ring to be honored among the greatest of all time was incredible and the biggest compliment I could ever ask for,” Phoenix said. “It’s still sinking in and is very surreal.”

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Phoenix has been married to fellow Hall of Famer, Edge, since 2016. One of the first things that she did, when she heard the news, was share it with her husband.

“He was like, ‘Oh, OK.’ He wasn’t shocked by it at all,” she said. “He’s like, ‘Of course, you deserve it.’ I was shocked by that response, too. I said, ‘You think I deserve this? Is this the right time?’ He was 100 percent confident and he made me feel like a million bucks about it. He is super excited. We’re still celebrating it and looking forward to seeing everyone at WrestleMania and enjoying the experience.”

Anytime someone becomes a member of the Hall of Fame, the question always arises if they would consider competing in one more match. How does Phoenix feel about making a return to the ring?

“I know it’s not a great answer and not what people want to hear, but never say never,” she said. “If there was an opportunity and it would benefit my family – first and foremost, that’s the most important thing to me – sure, why not?”

Phoenix also discusses why she left WWE, who she is a fan of today, and more.

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