Backstage Blood Feuds: 10 WWE Moments That Ignited Real Anger

The Montreal Screwjob (Survivor Series 1997): Vince McMahon's controversial decision to call for the bell while Bret Hart was in the Sharpshooter, without Hart's knowledge, ignited a firestorm of anger backstage. Hart's reaction was legendary.

CM Punk's Pipebomb (Raw 2011): While a planned part of the storyline, the sheer intensity and perceived realism of Punk's promo, where he aired grievances with the company and its management, reportedly caused unease and anger among some officials.

The Katie Vick Angle (2002): This storyline involving Triple H and Kane, which alluded to Kane having a sexual relationship with a deceased woman, was widely criticized for its tastelessness and reportedly led to significant backstage disgust and anger from various personnel.

The Curtain Call (Madison Square Garden 1996): After their final match with the company before departing for WCW, Shawn Michaels, Triple H, Razor Ramon, and Diesel (Kevin Nash and Scott Hall) broke character with a group hug. This blatant violation of kayfabe angered Vince McMahon and other backstage figures.

Jeff Hardy's Victory over Triple H for the WWE Championship (No Mercy 2008): While a popular moment with fans, the last-minute decision to have Hardy win the title reportedly caused frustration and anger among those who had different plans for the championship.

Brock Lesnar Shooting on the Script (Various Occasions): Lesnar's tendency to deviate from the planned script, particularly during his more recent runs, has reportedly led to backstage friction, as it can disrupt carefully laid plans.

The "Planting the Seed" Incident (WrestleMania XX): Goldberg and Brock Lesnar's lackluster match, knowing both were leaving the company, reportedly angered many backstage who felt they didn't give their best effort on the grandest stage.

Ric Flair's Departure and Subsequent Comments (Various Times): Flair's outspoken nature and sometimes critical comments about WWE after his departures have reportedly led to anger and strained relationships with some within the company.

Sunny's Behavior and Issues (Mid-1990s): While details are less specific to one moment, Sunny's unprofessional behavior and personal struggles during her time as a top personality reportedly caused significant backstage frustration and anger.

The Brawl for All Tournament (1998): This real-life fighting tournament, intended to showcase the toughness of the wrestlers, resulted in injuries and was widely considered a failure. The perceived pointlessness and injuries caused reported anger and resentment backstage.