The Undertaker Weighs a Creative Future in WWE
When people talk about iconic wrestling figures, The Undertaker sits squarely at the top. Now, as chatter grows about his possible move behind the scenes, the wrestling world is buzzing about what The Phenom might bring to creative. In a revealing interview with WrestleStar, the Hall of Famer cleared the air—he’s definitely interested, but life’s logistics make things tricky.
The Undertaker—real name Mark Calaway—didn’t tiptoe around the subject. "Yeah, I've always kind of had an interest," he said, making it clear that the idea isn’t new. But he also pointed out that this isn’t some casual sideline you can just dip in and out of. WWE’s creative process is a demanding, all-in commitment. According to him, "It's just a matter of making it work with my schedule and the other things that I have going on."
Those “other things” are no joke. Since stepping away from full-time wrestling, Undertaker’s remained plugged into the WWE universe, mostly helping out at performance centers and being a mentor figure for up-and-coming talent through WWE LFG. His passion for the business hasn’t cooled off one bit, and he’s always shown up at special events to offer advice or an imposing presence for younger wrestlers needing guidance.
But let’s talk about the elephant in the room—Undertaker lives in Texas while WWE’s main operations and meetings happen far from his ranch. That’s no small obstacle. He said it himself: "I would have to be 100% committed," which means traveling for regular creative meetings and brainstorming sessions. As much as he loves the idea, he’s realistic: "If we can figure out a way to make that happen... I would definitely entertain it."
Speculation, Mentorship, and the Phenom’s Lasting Impact
The rumor mill started turning even faster after wrestling veteran Konnan mentioned Undertaker’s presence backstage at recent WWE events. Fans and insiders alike began speculating that he was angling for a spot on the WWE creative team. For anyone who’s watched wrestling evolve over the past 30 years, the prospect is exciting—imagine The Deadman influencing storylines, character arcs, or big pay-per-view moments.
Behind all the speculation, though, is a wrestler who genuinely wants to help. Undertaker said he’s always ready to do “something that I could do to make our product better, help talent.” This isn’t about chasing spotlight or pushing his own agenda. He knows the business inside out, has seen what works and what falls flat, and has a reputation for honesty mixed with a no-nonsense approach. That’s exactly the kind of mindset younger wrestlers—many of whom grew up idolizing him—gravitate toward. Mentoring at WWE LFG and giving heartfelt advice backstage, he’s stayed tightly connected to the creative side even without an official title.
Will WWE and The Undertaker find a compromise that lets him join the creative team without uprooting his life? That’s the big question. For now, fans have to be patient and keep an eye on the backstage glimpses, hoping that the showdown between distance and dedication ends with The Deadman helping write the next chapters of WWE history.