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A recurring theme throughout his career was the immense responsibility carried by drivers and travel organizers. He often drove the team, including young talent like Triple H (Paul Levesque), before he rose to superstardom. Anecdotes about travel highlight the dangers and unpredictabilities of wrestling life—speeding through Indiana, unaware that the town didn't observe daylight saving time, or navigating long distances in sweltering buses without modern comforts.
This sense of responsibility extended beyond logistics to mentorship. He recalls how he and Rick Rude would look after younger wrestlers, ensuring they reached their destinations safely and integrated into the rugged culture of professional wrestling.