Return of The Hero - A Behind-The-Scenes Look at Chris Hero's Comeback [EXCLUSIVE]

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  • Опубліковано 27 вер 2024
  • After more than THREE YEARS away from in-ring competition, CHRIS HERO makes his long-awaited return, on a stage befitting his independent spirit. In this EXCLUSIVE video, learn how WEST COAST PRO WRESTLING became the home for the Knockout Artist's comeback, and how the Wrestling Genius is paying it forward in professional wrestling.
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  • @MiamiSunrise
    @MiamiSunrise 9 місяців тому +67

    A brilliant come back story doc, I have always felt you should be a million subs ahead of where you are. No one does wrestling online like this channel does and Brian, thanks for another absolute banger production. Chris clearly deserves the respect, this is a phenomenal way of showing it.

    • @UncledadBFD
      @UncledadBFD 9 місяців тому +6

      It’s always been the best for me. Most digestible, comedic content about. Nothing long in the tooth and truly fan-centric. I completely forgot I liked wrestling until I happened to type classic PPV in YT search about 5 years ago and the Z-man relit a fire

    • @thecatwrangler9448
      @thecatwrangler9448 9 місяців тому

      Well in order for him to be a million subs ahead of where he is there needs to be an extra million wrasslin’ fans on top of what there already is

  • @discordinc
    @discordinc 9 місяців тому +24

    I have largely only known of Chris Hero as a name and his stints in NXT. I love this documentary style look at his comeback. It made me a fan of his

  • @JoeChillton
    @JoeChillton 9 місяців тому +15

    To see Chris back on the scene, bring s a tear to my eye. Guy is a treasure.

  • @foxwhittaker4367
    @foxwhittaker4367 9 місяців тому +12

    Outstanding work!
    7:32 I was at that show! It was Progress wrestling chapter 99.
    I met Chris after the show and we spoke about Packers/Vikings, a complete sweetheart!

  • @brunodiaz4726
    @brunodiaz4726 9 місяців тому +12

    Boy what a beautiful editing, that's a great video, Hero deserves this level of quality!!!!

  • @KingPineFlesh-WX
    @KingPineFlesh-WX 9 місяців тому +5

    Hero is one of the Wrestlers who I've heard his virtues extolled for a long time but never checked out in depth. I will for sure be remedying that. Great Vid, Brian.

  • @johnmarr2695
    @johnmarr2695 9 місяців тому +19

    Chris hero is one of my all time favorite wrestlers. He is so underrated and under appreciated. I hope he gets to have just one run at the top of the card with a big company. Aew, impact, wwe, anything.. BECAUSE CHRIS HERO AIN'T NOTHIN TO FUCK WITH!

  • @POPToppins
    @POPToppins 9 місяців тому +6

    Well this was super good. Chris seems like a genuine and humble person. Great job Brian.

  • @Drakeo83
    @Drakeo83 9 місяців тому +10

    Top notch work!!!! This was so well made

  • @CPG3333
    @CPG3333 9 місяців тому +4

    Shoutout to Dayton, OH

  • @billblaski9523
    @billblaski9523 9 місяців тому +2

    Oh wow didnt even know he came back, tight!

  • @ChrisManley1994
    @ChrisManley1994 9 місяців тому +4

    Brilliant documentary, welcome back Chris Hero!!!

  • @andrewjustandrew
    @andrewjustandrew 9 місяців тому +9

    I’m really glad that it’s finally explained to me that Chris Hero and Big Bill are not the same person. I’m not sure why I thought they were! Is W. Morrissey a different person altogether?

    • @gabepollock1641
      @gabepollock1641 9 місяців тому +1

      W.Morrissey is the former Big Cass of WWE. He took on that name sometime in the last couple of years.

  • @blakemcneilly9500
    @blakemcneilly9500 9 місяців тому +3

    Hearing “Chris is Awesome” and watching Chris make his entrance was so emotional. I’ve missed seeing this in-ring artist in competition.

  • @twanmack2686
    @twanmack2686 9 місяців тому +4

    Great to have Hero back!

  • @NEILAMALONE
    @NEILAMALONE 9 місяців тому +2

    I've followed Chris' career for many years. I've had the pleasure of meeting him and watching him wrestle live a couple of times here in Scotland. Always glad to hear he is involved in some capacity in wrestling. Glad he is doing something that is bringing him joy and fulfilment.

  • @killthemovieX
    @killthemovieX 9 місяців тому +58

    This man belongs in a pro wrestling ring, it doesn't matter in front of how many people, just for the sheer amount of experience and kindness he has. Welcome back Mr. Hero! And thank you Bryan for the excellent work as always. 👏🏻

  • @johntexiere843
    @johntexiere843 9 місяців тому +4

    Great video on a world class wrestler. So happy to see Chris back in the squared circle. He is definitely one of the greats!!

  • @dalesanteford7432
    @dalesanteford7432 9 місяців тому +5

    I am a big fan of Chris hero I own a bunch of his independent DVDs every company he works for I'm happy that he's back I want to see him in all elite wrestling in Independence around the world. I like to see him at an indie show in Marion Catholic South Chicago Heights Illinois

  • @lilcat486
    @lilcat486 9 місяців тому +2

    Awesome old school Norman smiley jersey heros rocking

  • @ElGatoPolloLoco
    @ElGatoPolloLoco 9 місяців тому +4

    I love this. I don't think there's anything else I can say that hasn't been said. Can't wait to see more Chris Hero anywhere and everywhere. I love that there are indy places like West Coast that are, from my perception, thriving. Thank you for this content!

  • @drewhillman7681
    @drewhillman7681 9 місяців тому +5

    Great video great job Brian

  • @AntagonistVideo
    @AntagonistVideo 9 місяців тому +3

    Great job Brian, I love this kind of video! And long live Chris Hero!

  • @bryanturnersvhsrehab
    @bryanturnersvhsrehab 9 місяців тому +2

    Great job!

  • @PrinceMT3
    @PrinceMT3 9 місяців тому +4

    Chris is Awesome 💪🏼

  • @aidanumpherson
    @aidanumpherson 9 місяців тому +1

    This was so good. When I think about pro wrestling I think Chris Hero. Guys like him are the heart and soul of this type of art and vids like this remind me about the magic.

  • @TimLoyalToWifeHaterFreeZoneA
    @TimLoyalToWifeHaterFreeZoneA 9 місяців тому +4

    Love It WrestlingWithWregret.

  • @kenterminateddq5311
    @kenterminateddq5311 9 місяців тому +9

    Brian Zane, I hope you and your family had an awesome Christmas this week.
    I've been a Patreon member and subscriber of Wrestling With Wregret for years. I'm looking forward to watch your retrospective episodes and (my personal favorite) Classic PPV Reviews. 😊😊😊😊😊

  • @deandredukes95
    @deandredukes95 9 місяців тому +5

    Brian, you sir are the embodiment of a class act person!

  • @vandercudo
    @vandercudo 9 місяців тому +3

    Very well produced. Good job.

  • @jeremiahyoung7591
    @jeremiahyoung7591 9 місяців тому +3

    God of the Independents returning to the ring at an indy show is just...perfect.
    Brian love these mini docs man. I understand their way more work than a review or list but I honestly believe this type are what will break your channel to next level.

  • @ianmurphy9955
    @ianmurphy9955 9 місяців тому +3

    First heard of both Castagnoli and Hero as the Kings of Wrestling they made aware of the indies

  • @BaronFodrie
    @BaronFodrie 9 місяців тому +6

    That was awesome Mr Zane, very well put together...
    More gripping than The Wrestler, both versions lol

  • @KalmoK
    @KalmoK 8 місяців тому +1

    Would've loved if his return was a secret, but I'm still happy to see him. Really underrated worker outside independent scene, an actual wrestling genius like they say, all the respect for him and I hope we will see him a while before he retires

  • @Brando-Lee3725
    @Brando-Lee3725 9 місяців тому +2

    The intro you gave sounds like a Christmas Carrol ! LOL ! But I am with it , I love me some Chris Hero . Thanks Brian .

  • @andhenevercameback7117
    @andhenevercameback7117 9 місяців тому +4

    This is awesome!!!

  • @zevenenzeta
    @zevenenzeta 9 місяців тому +4

    This was beautiful ❤

  • @lovfro
    @lovfro 4 місяці тому +1

    I miss both Chris and Rachael streaming on Twitch. It was fun times watching wrestling matches with them both.

  • @jcace13
    @jcace13 9 місяців тому +2

    Very cool to see, I hope the opportunity for more videos like this arise.

  • @sykotiksonik
    @sykotiksonik 8 місяців тому +1

    I think this video can be summed up in three words:
    CHRIS IS AWESOME

  • @jeremyhegg9367
    @jeremyhegg9367 9 місяців тому +2

    Not that I expect it to happen anytime soon, but all I kept thinking was with 3 1/2 years away, Chris Hero hadn't wrestled in longer than Roman Reigns has been champion. What a clash that could be if those two paths converged, given that Hero was originally supposed to be part of The Shield before Reigns, plus Punk being back in WWE, the story practically writes itself.

  • @JustJulyo
    @JustJulyo 9 місяців тому +1

    Awesome documentary!

  • @ViolentN8
    @ViolentN8 9 місяців тому +2

    I really like this format! I always appreciate your content but FUCK this is really cool!

  • @Allen-ng4rn
    @Allen-ng4rn 9 місяців тому +5

    I want nothing more than to see Chris Hero get his due and flowers. The man will save pro wrestling, wrestling is working now to finally appreciate him fully.

  • @crimsonite2044
    @crimsonite2044 9 місяців тому +1

    I liked him in ROH, LOVED his theme in ROH too

  • @claymathewselevator8121
    @claymathewselevator8121 9 місяців тому +2

    His talk is Jericho interview was great

  • @B0110CK5
    @B0110CK5 8 місяців тому

    Dude I was the biggest Chris Hero fan when I was younger. Seeing him in NXT for a bit was really bittersweet in a way. Overall, I'm glad he's doing okay.

  • @25kidd
    @25kidd 9 місяців тому +1

    In anime there’s a Naruto shippuden song called hero’s come back. I’m glad he’s back in the ring this man has a love for this business and I’m happy to see he got his groove back. Shout out to you Brian well done come back documentary.

  • @BlackMoore82
    @BlackMoore82 9 місяців тому +1

    Good to have 'The Master of the Cravate' back inside the ring, where he belongs.

  • @matthewbowser1779
    @matthewbowser1779 8 місяців тому

    This was awesome.

  • @LivingstoneEB
    @LivingstoneEB 9 місяців тому +2

    Best time of the day some Zane

  • @redefv
    @redefv 8 місяців тому +1

    0:39 I know that dude!!!

  • @troylandzerep8045
    @troylandzerep8045 8 місяців тому +1

    this video made me smile.. Heron is a legend getting back to do something he loves even getting that passion back against one of his most vicious rival Thatcher.. he also keep that classic hero conedy where he lands his boots and thinking people he will retire haha😂

  • @paulcallow3216
    @paulcallow3216 9 місяців тому +4

    I've never heard of him I thought I knew wrestling please don't hurt me

    • @gabepollock1641
      @gabepollock1641 9 місяців тому +1

      If you’ve got the means, go back and watch his work in ring of honor and CHIKARA from the first decade of the 2000s. He was tagged with Claudio Castagnoli as the Kings of Wrestling and did some solo stuff as a face and heel alike. Easily in the upper crust of the era’s indie workers, and he was a contemporary to folks like Eddie Kingston, the Briscoes, and CM Punk.

    • @paulcallow3216
      @paulcallow3216 9 місяців тому +3

      Cheers mate I will look into him

  • @FullmetalNinja25
    @FullmetalNinja25 9 місяців тому +8

    Hopefully Chris Hero returns to the ring in AEW (He currently works there as a Producer) I would like to see the Kings Of Wrestling ride one last time.

  • @ericmonaco4509
    @ericmonaco4509 9 місяців тому +2

    Just remember whos your hero

  • @Daniel-lq5qq
    @Daniel-lq5qq 4 місяці тому +1

    Best wrestler with danielson

  • @Garshfield
    @Garshfield 9 місяців тому +2

    Chris Gyro

  • @Summerbreeze1977
    @Summerbreeze1977 9 місяців тому +1

    Brian, how much do you think his weight gain hurt him being pushed in NXT? Not that I feel it should matter, but we know how Vince is all about aesthetics. Great work, as always, Chris is one of the great ones in and out of the ring.

    • @gabepollock1641
      @gabepollock1641 9 місяців тому +1

      Not who you asked, but I always figured Hero never would’ve gotten much of a look even if it weren’t for the change in aesthetics. He worked such a specific style that I don’t think Vince or anyone in Stamford deemed marketable. His mind for the business is second to none, though, and I’d like to think WWE always meant for him to slide into that role. The trouble is that Chris could still go, and I don’t think WWE had ever dealt with that kind of personality in developmental.

  • @arthurj.downeyjr_2013
    @arthurj.downeyjr_2013 9 місяців тому +1

    👏👏👏👏👏

  • @ajdonaldson2087
    @ajdonaldson2087 8 місяців тому

    I honestly would love to see Chris Hero in AEW or TNA

  • @paulcallow3216
    @paulcallow3216 9 місяців тому +2

    But I can see and tell he is important to wrestling

  • @aceofspade3728
    @aceofspade3728 9 місяців тому +2

    Are we sure that Chris hero ain't mick Foley's son?

  • @RGF91
    @RGF91 9 місяців тому +1

    OH NO!

  • @48jhj
    @48jhj 9 місяців тому +1

    bounty keith vs tankman vs hero would fuck so hard. book that please someone.

  • @videomaxx9
    @videomaxx9 9 місяців тому +2

    Off topic, will there be a memoriam for the wrestlers who passed away this year?

    • @comixproviderftw_02
      @comixproviderftw_02 9 місяців тому +1

      I think that’ll be saved for the worst of 2023 video

  • @tombailey837
    @tombailey837 9 місяців тому +1

    New video idea: What if Brock Lesnar never left WWE in 2004?

  • @jinxkilloo7270
    @jinxkilloo7270 9 місяців тому +1

    Was he in JCW vol. 1?

  • @NeroPiroman
    @NeroPiroman 9 місяців тому

    It would be nice if he had a match with his unfated shield teammate moxley

  • @RottenPopReviews
    @RottenPopReviews 8 місяців тому

    Alpha Zo!!!!

  • @nehemiahpouncey3607
    @nehemiahpouncey3607 9 місяців тому +3

    He made 2k19.

    • @roostermcscratch9060
      @roostermcscratch9060 9 місяців тому +1

      And it doesn’t look a thing like him.

    • @savagelogic8674
      @savagelogic8674 9 місяців тому +2

      No he was in 2K18 and 2K20 too

    • @nehemiahpouncey3607
      @nehemiahpouncey3607 9 місяців тому +1

      @@savagelogic8674 thanks.

    • @nehemiahpouncey3607
      @nehemiahpouncey3607 9 місяців тому +1

      @@roostermcscratch9060 but look
      on the brightside he made a wrestling
      Game.

    • @nehemiahpouncey3607
      @nehemiahpouncey3607 9 місяців тому +1

      @@roostermcscratch9060 now we just
      Gotta get him from community creations.
      He'll make another wrestling game one
      Day...

  • @hamadsho7545
    @hamadsho7545 Місяць тому

    1:03 😂😂😂

  • @LlyodLlwelleyn
    @LlyodLlwelleyn 9 місяців тому +1

    I used to watch him in 2010. He looks…..different

  • @k9feces
    @k9feces 9 місяців тому +3

    That’s Kassius Ohno

  • @domwuz4851
    @domwuz4851 8 місяців тому

    WWE fans…. It’s Ohno

  • @toxicscarecrow982
    @toxicscarecrow982 9 місяців тому +1

    Everyone acting like it was the return of steve austin or ric flair or something 😂😂

  • @SINTHEREBEL666
    @SINTHEREBEL666 8 місяців тому +1

    All i see is MARKS 😂😂😂😂😂😂

  • @jackburton2680
    @jackburton2680 8 місяців тому

    It's too bad he never improved his physique. Even with wwes newfound openness to other roh legends, hero woulda been a hard one. So talented but that's the one thing holding him back

  • @georgewarshington1230
    @georgewarshington1230 8 місяців тому

    seems like a decent guy but clearly has an eating disorder. it cost him everything and that wasn't enough.

  • @ronburgundyspetfish
    @ronburgundyspetfish 9 місяців тому +2

    Omg the state of this man at this point….. it’s honestly sad

  • @shagmeimbj
    @shagmeimbj 9 місяців тому

    It's like a bunch of theater/drama kids got into the wrestling business.

  • @n8c580
    @n8c580 9 місяців тому

    who?

  • @jerisergedunphy
    @jerisergedunphy 9 місяців тому

    Nobody cares.😊

  • @KimoTheHated1
    @KimoTheHated1 3 місяці тому

    Terry funk was producing Sylvester Stallone movies and his father was one of the Godfathers of Texas wrestling , he's definitely produced matches.

  • @bonerstallone8123
    @bonerstallone8123 9 місяців тому +1

    so good www

  • @Brando-Lee3725
    @Brando-Lee3725 9 місяців тому +14

    Now I can see why folks like Brian Keith are so good ! I always hoped for one last KOW vs Briscoes match . But that is impossible now . But KOW vs FTR isn't !!!! Regardless I hope Hero keeps kicking ass and teaching the new wave of wrestlers how to do it right . The more people that learn from him the better !

  • @spoogtastic
    @spoogtastic 9 місяців тому +12

    It's too bad he isn't side by side with Bryan, Claudio and Kingston. He deserves to be.

    • @buhbuhjaychampagne1706
      @buhbuhjaychampagne1706 9 місяців тому +1

      It would be awesome if The Kings of Wrestling could reunite, even if it’s just for one year.

    • @nextrevsonoma
      @nextrevsonoma 8 місяців тому +1

      @@buhbuhjaychampagne1706 One match even. Tony Kahn would do It. Kings of Wrestling vs. American Wolves.

  • @nickisaac8671
    @nickisaac8671 9 місяців тому +17

    Absolutely amazing work, Mr. Zane! Pushed the boundaries of what W3 can be, and told a well deserved story at the same time.

  • @geezzy24
    @geezzy24 9 місяців тому +5

    More docs like these Zane!!

  • @G59_Gabe
    @G59_Gabe 9 місяців тому +2

    Chris is awesome, he's as hot as it gets
    The type to drop ya quick with a mafia kick
    Got the hunger of a young lion
    Plus the eye of the tiger
    Pummel you like hes a young Tyson
    That young knockout kid split ya wig
    Rivera Cloverleaf snap you like a twig
    You're more than welcome to step up and get f'ed up from a Hangman's Clutch or Hero's Welcome

  • @jeffdecker627
    @jeffdecker627 9 місяців тому +10

    BZ you have outdone yourself. Respect for the respect! It's refreshing to see Chris get the shine. Beautiful job sir.

  • @nikprior8280
    @nikprior8280 9 місяців тому +7

    Really enjoyed this - great editing and storytelling. Brilliant stuff 👏 😊

  • @burnthetrolls5971
    @burnthetrolls5971 9 місяців тому +6

    Yet another unexpected but very welcome comeback to wrestling Chris Hero has returned to the squared circle 🤘🏻🤘🏻

  • @jamalvargas6146
    @jamalvargas6146 9 місяців тому +5

    I Almost Got Him Confused With Chris Harris from TNA tag team America's Most Wanted with James Storm

  • @egagnard
    @egagnard 9 місяців тому +4

    Fantasic work here. Maybe it won't garner a 100k, but its one of your best projects of the year. I hope you do more

  • @blazr1976
    @blazr1976 9 місяців тому +4

    Very well done. Thank you for this.

  • @wstine79
    @wstine79 9 місяців тому +5

    His return is as awesome as CM Punk's.

  • @skymcgrew9857
    @skymcgrew9857 9 місяців тому +3

    Bro great news style for this vid/doc!! Very talented my guy , love your stuff

  • @geeshep4836
    @geeshep4836 9 місяців тому +3

    Damn Good Video Brian Zane Kudos To You Good Job And Happy New Year To You And To Your Whole Family.

  • @ChadParenteau
    @ChadParenteau 9 місяців тому +4

    Nice way to end the year. I hope you do more videos in this style.