Ron Simmons explained the origins of his "Damn!" catchphrase during an interview with Alex Marvez of Scripps News. He said the gimmick stemmed from his expression backstage while watching "younger guys do something in the ring that was really crazy where they could be injuring themselves."

He also discussed his recent stay in a rehabilitation center and was thankful that the McMahon family stood by him. "They've been supportive in every way," Simmons said. "If you have problems, you can ask for help and get it. That's been unheard of in this industry. Although they've been ridiculed in the press with some of the tragedies that have happened, I promise you that the McMahon family would do everything within their power to have prevented them from happening." To read the full story, visit ScrippsNews.com.

Powell’s POV: Simmons also shared an entertaining story about not believing the person who called him to inform him that he had been named a member of the College Football Hall of Fame. He also discusses his friendship with JBL and whether he's interested in returning to the ring. It's a good read.

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