Nate Landwehr Discusses How WWE's Attitude Era Shaped His Fighting Style
Nate Landwehr, a standout in the world of mixed martial arts, recently shared how the WWE Attitude Era influenced both his fighting style and persona. Speaking during UFC 310 fight week, the fighter opened up about his childhood love for wrestling and how that era in WWE shaped him into the athlete he is today.
Landwehr, who is set to face Choi Doo-ho at UFC 310 on December 7th, reflected on the lasting impact of watching wrestling legends like Stone Cold Steve Austin and The Rock. Growing up in the height of the Attitude Era, Landwehr was drawn to the larger-than-life personalities and intense rivalries that defined the era. He explained how these characters and their no-holds-barred, rebellious approach to the sport left an impression on him that extended far beyond just watching entertainment.
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“I realized that I did grow up in the Attitude Era, and I think that explains a lot,” Landwehr said. “That’s the bottom line, baby, you know what I mean?” His comment captured the essence of the wild and unpredictable nature of the time, one that resonated deeply with his childhood self. For Landwehr, it wasn’t just about the athleticism but the larger-than-life energy that he carried with him into his career.
When asked about the connection between his fighting style and his admiration for WWE, Landwehr mentioned how the over-the-top personas in the Attitude Era influenced his own approach to self-presentation. He recalled fond memories of mimicking moves like powerbombs and chokeslams with his friends and brothers, recognizing that the playful, extreme nature of those childhood activities reflected the boldness and confidence he now brings into the octagon.
The raw aggression and theatrical nature of the Attitude Era were also major influences on Landwehr’s mic skills, a crucial aspect of his persona inside and outside the cage. “If you’ve never been chokeslammed or powerbombed by your friends or brother, I mean, that was no childhood,” he joked, referring to the rough-and-tumble moments that were a common part of his youth, similar to the rough WWE storylines of that time.
Despite his admiration for WWE and its impact on his fighting persona, Landwehr doesn’t have immediate plans to transition into professional wrestling after his MMA career. However, it’s clear that the Attitude Era shaped him in ways that go far beyond just the sport of mixed martial arts, leaving a lasting imprint on his fighting style, character, and approach to the sport.
As Landwehr heads into UFC 310, he carries with him the spirit of the Attitude Era, with its rebellious energy and unapologetic bravado, making him a unique figure in the world of MMA.
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