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"Behind the Camera: The Jackie Crockett Story" Jackie Crockett Interview
Jul 25, 2024 ·
50m 42s
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"Behind the Camera: The Jackie Crockett Story" Jackie Crockett Interview
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Dive deep into the untold story of Jackie Crockett, the unsung hero of Mid-Atlantic Championship Wrestling and Jim Crockett Promotions (JCP). While the spotlight shone brightly on the wrestlers in...
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Dive deep into the untold story of Jackie Crockett, the unsung hero of Mid-Atlantic Championship Wrestling and Jim Crockett Promotions (JCP). While the spotlight shone brightly on the wrestlers in the ring, it was Jackie’s innovative production techniques behind the camera that brought the action to life for millions of fans on Ted Turner’s Superstation. Discover how Jackie’s dedication and vision helped JCP stand toe-to-toe with Vince McMahon’s WWF during the fierce wrestling wars of the 1980s. From revolutionizing televised wrestling production to crafting unforgettable moments, this is the riveting tale of the man who made wrestling magic happen from behind the scenes.
Jackie emphasized quality food products at the ballpark, rejecting low-quality hot dogs and opting for specially made ones. He highlighted the importance of good food, sharing experiences of food poisoning and its impact on events.
Jackie shared an amusing yet challenging story of an incident during a pay-per-view event where the crew got sick from bad crayfish, highlighting the difficulties of live broadcasts without breaks.
He discussed his role in Jim Crockett Promotions, including operating cameras, managing concessions, and training wrestlers for TV appearances. He shared insights on teaching wrestlers to engage with the camera and audience effectively.
Jackie reminisced about his father's legacy in wrestling, the growth of Jim Crockett Promotions, and the importance of maintaining show integrity and audience engagement. He shared stories about wrestlers, events, and the challenges of running multiple shows and promotions.
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Jackie emphasized quality food products at the ballpark, rejecting low-quality hot dogs and opting for specially made ones. He highlighted the importance of good food, sharing experiences of food poisoning and its impact on events.
Jackie shared an amusing yet challenging story of an incident during a pay-per-view event where the crew got sick from bad crayfish, highlighting the difficulties of live broadcasts without breaks.
He discussed his role in Jim Crockett Promotions, including operating cameras, managing concessions, and training wrestlers for TV appearances. He shared insights on teaching wrestlers to engage with the camera and audience effectively.
Jackie reminisced about his father's legacy in wrestling, the growth of Jim Crockett Promotions, and the importance of maintaining show integrity and audience engagement. He shared stories about wrestlers, events, and the challenges of running multiple shows and promotions.
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