Kidd Bandit Opens Up About Transphobic Threats, Wanting To Leave Wrestling
Kidd Bandit posted a message on May 31 hinting at potential retirement after they honor their bookings and saying they would be taking a social media break.
Bandit also tweeted that they were probably the most bullied independent wrestler and didn’t want to be a statistic.
On June 1, Bandit posted a lengthy message detailing their experiences with fans being bullies, the impact of Jake Atlas being arrested for domestic violence, and their future in pro wrestling. Fans can read the messages in the tweets below.
Addressing things.
A thread…if y’all care to hear directly from me.
I owe an explanation for what went down at the very least.
Part 1 (sorry it’s lengthy) pic.twitter.com/oQ4NUkbhIo
— KIDD BANDIT (@kiddbanditpro) June 1, 2022
Part 3 pic.twitter.com/uSzEin3nRg
— KIDD BANDIT (@kiddbanditpro) June 1, 2022
Like I said I’ll be doing all the shows I’m in already til the 20th of January since that’s the furthest date I’ve got. I’ll play it by ear if it’s a good idea for me to keep going for my own mental and personal health’s sake.
— KIDD BANDIT (@kiddbanditpro) June 1, 2022
I don’t wanna fucking walk away from my dream y’all. I’m so fucking sad.
— KIDD BANDIT (@kiddbanditpro) June 1, 2022
Kidd Bandit has competed for various independent promotions including GCW, DPW, NFW, and more.
Fans can check out Fightful’s interview with Kidd Bandit by clicking here.
