In this powerful installment of Timeline WWE, we pull back the curtain on one of the most ambitious—and controversial—pushes in WWE history: Lex Luger in 1993. Riding high on the back of the iconic Lex Express, Luger was chosen by Vince McMahon to be the next American hero, the successor to Hulk Hogan’s throne. But what went wrong? Why didn’t “The Total Package” reach the heights many expected? This shoot interview digs deep into a year filled with hype, hope, and ultimately, heartbreak.
Lex Luger offers brutally honest reflections on being thrust into the spotlight during a turbulent time in WWE. From the sudden character shift from narcissist to patriot, to the nationwide tour that tested his stamina and psyche, Luger recounts the pressure of carrying a company in transition. Listeners will hear first-hand stories about the infamous bodyslam aboard the USS Intrepid, the SummerSlam controversy that left fans confused, and the locker room dynamics that made 1993 one of the most unique years in WWE history.
This is more than just a chronicle of missed opportunities—it’s a story of transformation, expectation, and the personal toll of being cast as a corporate savior. With a mix of raw emotion, industry insight, and candid self-awareness, Lex Luger reveals the inside story of the year that could’ve changed wrestling forever. If you think you know the Lex Express era—you don’t. Not until you hear it from the man himself.