The Aftermath of the Montreal Incident: Keeping Up the Lie

TLDRAfter the Montreal Incident, Shawn Michaels had to pretend he didn't know what would happen. The next day on TV, he had to keep up the lie to everyone, including his friends. The atmosphere was tense, but he focused on finding common ground with The Undertaker. Over time, Michaels and Bret Hart were able to move past their personal feelings and find a resolution.

Key insights

🤐Shawn Michaels had to keep up the lie about the Montreal Incident on TV the next day.

🤝He focused on building a relationship and finding common ground with The Undertaker.

💔The situation was difficult for both Michaels and Bret Hart, but they eventually moved past their personal feelings.

💥The aftermath of the incident affected Michaels emotionally and mentally.

📺Michaels never discussed the details of the Montreal Incident with Vince McMahon.

Q&A

How did Michaels feel about keeping up the lie?

Michaels didn't enjoy pretending and found it emotionally challenging.

Did Michaels and The Undertaker have a good relationship after the incident?

Michaels and The Undertaker worked on building a good relationship and finding common ground.

Did Michaels and Bret Hart reconcile?

Over time, Michaels and Bret Hart were able to overcome their personal feelings and find a resolution.

Do Michaels and Vince McMahon discuss the incident?

Michaels and Vince McMahon never had a conversation about the details of the Montreal Incident.

How did Michaels feel about being the most hated guy in wrestling?

Michaels didn't aspire to be the most hated and reflected on the negative aspects of his wrestling persona.

Timestamped Summary

00:08Michaels had to pretend he didn't know about the Montreal Incident.

00:13He focused on building a relationship with The Undertaker.

01:13The next day on TV, Michaels had to keep up the lie.

02:12Michaels wondered where The Undertaker was, as he wanted to have a chat with him.

02:16Vince McMahon talked to Michaels first, showing the importance of their conversation.

02:35The tension and uneasiness reduced after the conversation with McMahon.

03:14Michaels and Bret Hart were eventually able to move past their personal feelings about the incident.

04:55Michaels reflected on the negative aspects of being the most hated guy in wrestling.