Why Vince McMahon’s World Bodybuilding Federation Collapsed After Just Two Years
Vince McMahon is the man who took the regional pro wrestling of old and turned into a shiny syndicated global phenomenon, but his foray into the world of flexing was far less successful. 35 years since the inaugural World Bodybuilding Federation Championship, we take a look at five facts that range from brilliant to downright embarrassing. While McMahon has become a controversial figure, currently embroiled in allegations of sexual misconduct in the work place, the ’90s was a decade when the head-honcho of WWE wanted to take the formula that had worked so well in the larger than life world of grappling, and takeover the world of bodybuilding with the same flashy format. But while the initial buzz around McMahon’s World Bodybuilding Federation showed promise, the project imploded after just two shows. Here are some of the most notable aspects of its rise and fall. Athletes & Celebrities Why Vince McMahon Is So Successful ...