Insight with Chris Van Vliet Gene Snitsky: "It Wasn't My Fault", Punting A Baby On Raw, WWE, Lita, Royal Rumble
Jun 10, 2025
Gene Snitsky, a memorable WWE wrestler known for his notorious catchphrase and his striking debut angle with Kane, shares behind-the-scenes wrestling stories. He discusses his infamous moment of punting a baby on Raw and the legacy it created. Snitsky reflects on his experience in ECW and the foot fetish storyline, as well as his brutal Royal Rumble elimination. He also talks about his recent surprise return to WWE Raw and explores his life post-wrestling, providing insights into his journey and passion for the sport.
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Unexpected WWE Breakout Role
- Gene Snitsky got his WWE start from a one-off appearance with Kane and Lita in a miscarriage storyline.
- This led to a catchphrase "It wasn't my fault" that became wildly popular and defined his persona.
Punting the Fake Baby
- Gene Snitsky famously punted a fake baby doll on WWE Raw, leveraging his actual high school punter skills.
- He even practiced kicking to hit the tron, making the stunt memorable and fitting his heel character.
Foot Fetish Storyline Origin
- Gene Snitsky openly pitched his real-life foot fetish idea to Vince McMahon.
- Vince immediately approved the angle, which led to an unusual wrestling storyline and toe-related segments with other wrestlers.