mobanmarketLex Luger weighed in on the Benoit situation with CBS’s Tampa Bay affiliate. Luger said he believes it is possible steroid use played a part in the Benoit family tragedy. “Obviously, they were in his home. Let’s face it. There’s a pretty good chance he was on them and to discount that they didn’t play a role, as far as with his temperament, I’d be lying if I said there wasn’t that possibility,” Luger said. You can read the article and see the video story at this link. The article also notes that Luger is now a fitness and nutrition coach in Cobb County, Georgia.
Jillian Hall is the first WWE star to really speak out against Chris Benoit. She posted a likely controversial blog entry on her MySpace page earlier today regarding the Benoit situation. She said what he did “is completely disgusting and unforgiveable!” However, she pulled it a few hours later. Here is the blog entry that was deleted:
Time to Speak
Well, by now the whole world knows of the horrible news that took place this week. With all of the comments and messages from people saying how sorry they are for our loss, I figured I would speak in general. I am 100% in agreeance with WWE and Mr. McMahon on completely erasing all tributes to Chris Benoit. While he had always been nice and polite to me and most of the WWE talent, what he did is completely disgusting and unforgiveable! This man who could have been a legend has demolished his reputation. My heart goes out to Nancy and the adorable Daniel and the family and friends they left behind!
The following is from Kurt Angle’s official website, KurtAngleTNA.com:
“Kurt hopes that you will join him in extending condolences and prayers for the survivors of the Chris Benoit Family. This news is very sad for all of us that knew and loved Chris. It is a sad tragedy and we wish the best for the family members that have to deal with this situation and go forward from this.”
Former WWE star Bret Hart and newspaper writer Alex Marvez (who conducted a controversial interview with Konnan a few weeks ago that angered TNA management) will be appearing on Nancy Grace on CNN’s Headline News channel at 8 p.m. to discuss the Benoit situation and other recent developments.