Paul Heyman Jokes About Tommy Dreamer on WWE RAW
This week’s episode of WWE RAW brought one of those moments that instantly got fans buzzing. The show was live from Philadelphia, which already carries a lot of wrestling history, especially with its deep ties to ECW. And of course, when Paul Heyman has a microphone in Philadelphia, you know something interesting is going to happen.
During the main event, Jey Uso was preparing to face Bron Breakker. As always, Heyman couldn’t resist adding some spice to the moment. He decided to name-drop some of the hardcore icons that Philadelphia is known for—guys like The Sandman, New Jack, Rob Van Dam, and the late Sabu. The crowd was into it, but then Heyman decided to take things a step further with a jab at another ECW legend, Tommy Dreamer.
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Heyman said, “In the name of the late, great Tommy Dreamer… yeah, I know he’s not dead yet, but he should be.” That line instantly grabbed attention. It was dark, it was classic Heyman humor, and it was delivered with that sharp bite that he’s known for. Bron Breakker even played along, asking, “He’s still alive?” And Heyman, without missing a beat, replied, “Yeah, unfortunately.”
Now, for longtime fans, this type of ribbing is nothing new between Heyman and Dreamer. The two go way back to the days of ECW, where Dreamer was the heart and soul of the promotion and Heyman was the mastermind behind the whole operation. Dreamer has often been the butt of jokes, even self-deprecating ones, because of his reputation as the guy who would sacrifice his body night after night for the sake of ECW. So while the comment sounded harsh, it fits right in with the running gag that Dreamer’s career has been built on enduring pain, punishment, and crazy spots that should have put him down for good.
The timing of the joke also landed well with the Philadelphia crowd, who know exactly what Heyman was referencing. To them, Dreamer isn’t just another wrestler; he’s part of the city’s wrestling identity. So when Heyman joked about him “being dead,” it was less about being cruel and more about leaning into that legacy of toughness and survival against all odds.
Moments like this highlight why Heyman remains one of the best talkers in the business. He knows how to push buttons, get a reaction, and make the segment more memorable. And Dreamer? He’s probably laughing about it himself. After all, if there’s one thing Tommy Dreamer has proven over decades, it’s that he can take a hit—whether it’s with a steel chair or with a sharp one-liner from Paul Heyman.
So, in the end, it wasn’t just a cheap shot. It was another nod to wrestling history, a reminder of ECW’s influence, and a perfect example of how Heyman keeps fans talking long after RAW goes off the air.
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