For decades, The Undertaker has been a cornerstone of WWE, witnessing the rise and fall of countless superstars. In a recent interview with CBS Sports’ Shakiel Mahjouri, he reflected on the competitive nature of WWE’s main event scene and what it takes to truly stand out.
Looking back at the Attitude Era, The Undertaker acknowledged that breaking through to the top has never been easy.
Stone Cold had that number one spot—nobody can deny that,” he said. “And it is what it is. It was what it was. But that was still motivation for everybody underneath him. Everybody was reaching for that brass ring.
He emphasized that frustration is part of the journey, but sitting back and complaining won’t change anything.
Sometimes you have to wait, but you have to be prepared. You can’t sit back and say, ‘Oh man, I got overlooked.’ You have to look at what you’re doing, be able to evolve, take chances, and never be content.
The Undertaker believes this relentless mindset is what separates legends from those who fade away.
Regardless of whether I ever achieved the top spot while Steve was there, my goal was always to get there. That’s the mindset you have to have. You just can’t let frustration overtake you.
As WWE continues to evolve, The Undertaker sees a hunger in today’s roster that reminds him of the past. For rising stars, his message is clear—work harder than everyone else and seize every opportunity.
Fans can watch WWE’s next generation put this philosophy to the test in WWE LFG, premiering February 16th at 8/7c on A&E. The series takes viewers inside the world of WWE’s rising talent, featuring exclusive content, interviews, and never-before-seen footage.
