Lex Luger’s Steroid Claims in 1993: A Look Back
In the early days of Monday Night Raw, a candid interview with Lex Luger revealed a surprising admission regarding his past steroid use. During a multi-part interview with Vince McMahon in August 1993, Luger claimed he had used anabolic steroids, but only while they were legal, and ceased once their health risks became known and they were outlawed. This raises the question: how truthful was Luger’s statement at the time, particularly given his later reputation?
Was Luger Clean in the WWF?
Despite a general skepticism towards denials of steroid use by professional wrestlers, there’s a compelling case to be made that Luger was, in fact, clean during his run in the World Wrestling Federation (WWF). Several factors support this claim:
- WWF’s Drug Testing Policy: Reports suggest the WWF took its drug testing program seriously in the early 1990s. Several wrestlers with impressive physiques either altered their physiques or left the company during this period, suggesting the policy was enforced. While it’s possible Luger received preferential treatment, his own physique appeared smaller during his time in the WWF compared to his WCW days, suggesting he wasn’t benefiting from performance-enhancing drugs.
- Consistent Account: Luger has maintained his story over the years. In a 2025 interview with Chris Van Vliet, he admitted to using steroids and growth hormone in WCW but reiterated that he was clean during his time in the WWF. Source This consistency, after decades, lends credibility to his claim.
- Dave Meltzer’s Observations: Wrestling Observer Newsletter editor Dave Meltzer, known for his critical analysis, didn’t publicly question Luger’s claims in 1993. Meltzer, who often called out hypocrisy regarding steroid use, noted the change in Luger’s physique and seemed to believe he was clean. Source
Other Wrestling Questions Answered
Beyond the Luger inquiry, other wrestling-related questions were addressed:
Bull Buchanan’s Best Match
Bull Buchanan (B2squared) is considered a mediocre wrestler, and his best matches were generally tag team bouts, often multi-team contests. He didn’t have any particularly noteworthy singles matches.
Wrestlers Who Wear Glasses
While uncommon on camera, several wrestlers wear glasses in their personal lives. Some notable examples include:
- Stan Hansen
- Arn Anderson
- Cody Rhodes
- Liv Morgan
- AJ Lee
- Roman Reigns
- Seth Rollins
- Necro Butcher
- Brody King
Some wrestlers, like the Dudley Boys, I.R.S., Dean Douglas, and Isaac Yankem, incorporated glasses into their characters.
Pat Patterson’s Sexuality and Jim Ross’s Comment
Pat Patterson’s sexuality was an open secret within the wrestling industry for decades. When Jim Ross alluded to Patterson’s sexuality on air, it wasn’t met with resistance because Patterson was comfortable with it and it was part of an ongoing inside joke among colleagues, including Gorilla Monsoon.
WrestleMania’s Shift to Late April
The move of WrestleMania to late April was driven by two primary factors: improved weather conditions, allowing for potential outdoor venues, and avoiding competition with the NCAA basketball tournament.
The Baby Doll/Dusty Rhodes Storyline
The Baby Doll/Dusty Rhodes blackmail storyline was abruptly dropped after a planned on-screen kiss between the two was cancelled due to objections from Baby Doll’s husband, Sam Houston. Without Baby Doll’s participation, the storyline was deemed unsustainable.
Simultaneous Pins in Multi-Man Matches
A notable example of two wrestlers simultaneously pinning the same opponent occurred at WWF’s In Your House: Breakdown in 1998. The Undertaker and Kane simultaneously pinned WWF Champion Steve Austin, though the title was ultimately vacated.
WWE in China
As of September 2025, WWE was reportedly considering hosting a major event in China, but no concrete plans have been announced.