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The Phenom. The Deadman. The Undertaker. 16-0 at WrestleMania. There's no doubt, Undertaker will forever be known as one of WWE’s greatest Superstars. Below, fellow Superstars weigh in on SmackDown General Manger Vickie Guerrero’s controversial decision to banish Undertaker from the entire WWE following his loss to Edge at One Night Stand 2008.
SmackDown General Manager Vickie Guerrero
"Edge deserved this win. Undertaker knew the circumstances about being banned from WWE. This is how the match played out. I am so proud of Edge. Undertaker underestimated me as a woman in the company. People need to start taking me seriously now. When I say something, I mean it. I knew that Edge was a professional at TLC Matches and One Night Stand would be perfect for him. Undertaker met his match, and now he has to leave WWE. Edge and I are now looking forward to our wedding.”
Last words to Undertaker: "Sorry. That's how the rules go."
Chavo Guerrero
"I have mixed emotions. I definitely want to see Undertaker gone, but at the same time, it’s the end of an era. I grew up watching Undertaker. It’s a dream come true to be in the ring with him and be able to beat him up. Helping take him out is just another addition to my resume. Although he’s gone, it’s the start of a new era – 'the family'."
Big Show
"I don’t think Undertaker will ever be gone. If he comes back from death, he’ll come back from this. The main thing I think we should do is unite and get rid of Vickie. That would be the best thing we could do for SmackDown and WWE. I’m not stupid enough to sit here and think Undertaker won’t be back. I’ve known him too long. I’ve been his opponent. I’ve been his tag team partner. Undertaker will be back strong. No doubt in my mind."
Mick Foley
"The one positive is that Undertaker went out with such a phenomenal match. Everyone needs a way to cap off their legacy. At One Night Stand, he really did justice to his. I don’t think anybody in SmackDown is looking at this as a good thing. For so many guys – including myself – matches with Undertaker were a springboard, not only to a better career, but a better way of life. I can’t imagine what my life would be like had he not been part of it. I certainly wouldn’t be standing here now, or sitting at the SmackDown announce table."
Kofi Kingston
"It really hasn’t settled in for me yet. It will take a few weeks, when I don’t see Undertaker around. WWE without Undertaker is like cornflakes without the milk. It’s a sad day. I grew up watching Undertaker. Not seeing him anymore will take some getting used to. If history repeats itself as they always say, Undertaker will be back. I know the stipulations say he’s not allowed to come back to any brand – Raw, SmackDown or ECW – but hopefully somehow, some way, Undertaker will find a way to come back. And when he does, I’m sure he’ll be ready to exact his revenge."
Carlito
"It’s about time. It’s a nice welcome. It’s like WWE is going through a cleansing. We got rid of Ric Flair at WrestleMania XXIV. Now we got rid of Undertaker. Sure they’re legends and they did great things, but they’re past their prime and it’s time to get rid of them. Shawn Michaels should be next on that list, and Triple H should follow soon."
Mr. Kennedy
"I wish I had a stipulation like that when I faced The Undertaker. He’s one of the best competitors I’ve ever stepped in the ring with. At least he had a chance to wrestle for the opportunity to save his career. Unfortunately, he came up short. I’ll be there for the day he gets inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame. Edge took out a guy who is undefeated at WrestleMania. That is something to brag about."
Santino Marella
"I’m looking forward to seeing if he really doesn’t come back. If not, it’s better for me. I don’t want to fight him. He’s an 'animale.' He would probably kill me. Now that he’s not here, it’s one less person for me on the way to the top."
Tommy Dreamer
"It was an amazing performance at One Night Stand. It was one of the best TLC Matches I’ve ever seen. For him to no longer be a part of WWE, I’m in shock. I’m speechless. I don’t want to see him go. I felt like the night I watched Ric Flair leave."
WWE Tag Team Champion John Morrison
"Undertaker is one of the greatest Superstars in sports-entertainment history. The fact that he is gone, is going to be a huge letdown to WWE fans all over the world. But as far as I’m concerned, good riddance. That’s one less obstacle in the Shaman of Sexy’s way to the World Heavyweight Championship."
Jeff Hardy
"It’s sad to think of Undertaker not being around. It’s hard for me to believe Undertaker will never be back. I won’t call this the ending. 'Taker is forever."
United States Champion Matt Hardy
"I’m shocked. I just can’t imagine WWE without Undertaker. For anyone who was an enemy or afraid of him, it’s a day full of joy for those people."
Women's Champion Mickie James
"It’s horrible. What’s WWE without Undertaker? It’s like peanut butter without jelly. It’s like red beans without rice. I’m really upset and deeply saddened. He’s been a staple to WWE. When you think of WWE, he’s one of the first names that pops into your head. He’s a legend. It’s a sad, sad day. I think Undertaker will be back. You can’t kill The Deadman."