During an interview with WrestlingNewsCo, old-school WWF legend Marty Jannetty shared two funny stories involving The Ultimate Warrior, shedding light on the wild and unpredictable nature of one of wrestling’s most controversial yet beloved superstars.
As fans know, the late Ultimate Warrior, inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2014, was both a contentious and cherished figure in the world of professional wrestling. Known for his intense energy, colorful persona, and face paint, Warrior’s larger-than-life character captivated audiences in the late 1980s and early 1990s.
Jannetty recounted a memorable incident when he and Warrior were heading to the gym in Detroit. Warrior mistakenly drove the wrong way down a one-way street, prompting a police officer to pull him over. According to Jannetty:
> “I love him (Ultimate Warrior). I mean, was it crazy? Yeah! We were going to the gym, we were actually following him to the gym and it was up in Detroit. And he had went the wrong way on a one way. You know, like a one way street. He was going the wrong way. Well, it doesn’t make us feel better, we were following him and the police pulled him over. And he jumped out the car and ran at the police car. And, ‘What the f**k you want? What you f**king doing?’. And the police, he lowered his window, and he goes, ‘You’re going the wrong way’.”
Warrior’s larger-than-life personality extended beyond the ring, and this story exemplifies his fearless attitude, even when confronted by law enforcement.
### Egg Whites and Butter Incident 🍳
Another humorous story shared by Jannetty involved a dining mishap. As a dedicated bodybuilder, Warrior was particular about his diet, often ordering egg whites to cut calories. However, one day, his order arrived swimming in butter:
> “There was another time. He was a damn bodybuilder. You know our regular routine, and he had ordered egg whites, which I love too. But when they bought them to him, they were floating in butter. The whole purpose of getting egg whites is you’re trying to cut the calories out. And oh my god! He knocked it out of the f**king table. We’re sitting there and he yelled at the girl. ‘Why the f**k would I want f**king egg whites with butter all over?’.”
Warrior’s fiery temperament was on full display, illustrating his commitment to his strict dietary regimen and his no-nonsense attitude when things didn’t go as planned.
The Ultimate Warrior’s impact on professional wrestling is undeniable. His unforgettable victory against Hulk Hogan at WrestleMania VI remains one of the most iconic moments in wrestling history, solidifying his status as a true legend. Warrior’s wild, high-octane powerhouse style and his larger-than-life persona made him a standout superstar in the WWF, leaving a lasting legacy that continues to inspire fans and wrestlers alike.
Marty Jannetty’s anecdotes offer a glimpse into the off-screen antics of Warrior, reminding fans of the intense and unpredictable nature that made him a beloved figure in the wrestling world. As we remember these stories, it’s clear that The Ultimate Warrior’s spirit and legacy live on, both in the ring and in the hearts of fans everywhere.
