There isn't much hiding from his history for Brian Pillman Jr, who is the son of Brian Pillman.
Pillman was highly touted for his in-ring ability and character work by his peers and fans, but he struggled with addiction. Pillman Jr's family history has been referenced on AEW television with MJF and Christian Cage bringing up his parents and their struggles.
Speaking on the Universal Wrestling podcast, Pillman Jr. was asked about wrestlers bringing his personal life onto television.
"At some point, something has to give. At least I've got to come out there and get my comeuppance. I'm not too worried about utilizing it because I've utilized my family story to get to where I'm at today. It's kind of a part of who I am and part of the value I bring to the organization in being able to tell those deep stories. I'd be a hypocrite to say that the bad guys aren't allowed to take advantage of that too. I'm allowed to take advantage of the benefits of it. I'm all about 'the show must go on' and if we're telling a cool story. At some point, I'd like to tell my side of the story and take out all my frustrations based on everything that's been happening to me. A lot of heels have taken the piss out on me and stuff and there have been very few opportunities for me to come back and kick some ass, but I think there is something on the horizon so if people stay tuned. A lot of times, when you're a babyface, you're out there to support the show and get people over. Maybe if I have a change of heart or have some big turn, I get to showcase that aggression that I've built up over that time. At that point, it will be my time to shine," he said.
Pillman Jr noted that he wants to show off more of his "ground and pound" striking style and wrestle more like himself and less like his father, who was known for his high-flying.
Pillman Jr. will take with Griff Garrison on Wednesday's AEW Dynamite to take on Luchasaurus & Christian Cage. Fightful will have live coverage of the show beginning at 8 p.m. ET.
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