Bucci was known for his many unique and creative moves. He was called "the most imitated man in wrestling" and also the "InNOVAtor of offense" (the NOVA reference is a nod to one of his in-ring names). It seems as if every time he created a new move, it was copied by some other wrestler, but Bucci would simply create another one. He was always pushing forward. His creativity and his athleticism made him the man to watch.
Bucci (like a lot of wrestlers) used several ring names (as you will hear in the video). At one time or another he was Nova, Super Nova, Hollywood Nova, Simon Dean and of course, Mike Bucci.
I contacted Bucci when it was announced he would be at Wizard World. Bucci very quickly and positively responded. I was excited about meeting and talking to him, because he doesn't do many of these shows, especially out this way.
Today I am running the first part (of two parts) of JayHawk Evans interviewing Bucci. Bucci talks about conventions and his wrestling career. His thoughts on the current wrestling scene are insightful and interesting.
5 comments:
Nova was awesome. Seems like s cool guy, too!
Oh I long for the good old days of the real ECW. Nova ruled! The BWO ruled! Great memories. I met Bucci at a show once and he was super cool. Great interview.
I agree with Mike and Zeke. Nova ruled!
My bf and I met the bWo at Wizard World, too. They were so nice. Mike is a real cutie.
Excellent interview JayHawk a.k.a Angry One. I'm looking forward to Part 2. I didn't realize how small Bucci is.
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