He was a highly skilled technical wrestler, a standout in OVW, and a Jim Cornette protégé, but to millions of WWE fans, Nick Dinsmore was best known as Eugene, one of the most controversial and misunderstood characters in wrestling history. In this candid career shoot interview, Dinsmore pulls back the curtain on his journey from OVW standout to WWE Superstar, revealing the highs, lows, and behind-the-scenes battles of his career.
Trained under Jim Cornette and Danny Davis in Ohio Valley Wrestling, Dinsmore was one of the best pure wrestlers of his generation, working alongside future megastars like John Cena, Randy Orton, and Brock Lesnar before being called up to WWE. But when he arrived, he was handed the role of Eugene, a character that sparked controversy, divided fans, and became one of the most unique personas in WWE history.
How did Dinsmore feel about playing Eugene? What was it like working under Jim Cornette in OVW? What were the backstage reactions to his gimmick, and did he ever get the chance to show the world just how good of a wrestler he really was?
With honest reflections, never-before-heard stories, and a deep dive into his time in OVW, WWE, and beyond, Nick Dinsmore tells it all—from his best moments in the ring to the struggles he faced behind the curtain.