WWE Hall of Famer Diamond Dallas Page is sticking to his principles—even when Hollywood comes calling.
In a recent appearance on Insight with Chris Van Vliet, Page opened up about rejecting a controversial acting role that would have seen him portray a pedophile. While he didn’t name the project or those involved, he made it crystal clear that crossing certain lines isn’t up for negotiation—no matter the paycheck.
“There are things that are heading my way that aren’t rainbows and unicorns and stuff, and some of them were tempting, but nah, not gonna do that,” Page explained. “I had a chance… they wanted me to play a pedophile. It’s an acting gig. But I wouldn’t do it.”
Since retiring from full-time wrestling, Page has found success as an actor and entrepreneur, but he hasn’t lost his moral compass. He added that former WWE Chairman Vince McMahon played a big part in helping him understand his value, especially when it comes to walking away from offers that don’t feel right.
“There’s so much I learned on that little bit of run with WWE. One was know your worth,” he said. “When someone really wants you, you can’t be afraid to get up and walk away from the table. That’s what Vince McMahon taught me, and I learned that lesson the hard way those first six months I was there… But he taught me that, and it’s a valuable, valuable, valuable lesson.”
DDP’s refusal to take on the disturbing role sends a strong message about knowing your worth—and your limits. At a time when many actors take any gig to stay visible, Page made it clear: some things just aren’t worth it
Would you have made the same call as DDP? Let us know what you think about his decision and where you draw the line when it comes to roles and reputation.
December 24, 2025 5:10 pm
