The LGBT Sport Podcast - The One with Anthony Bowens

Sting vs Hollywood Hogan, Starrcade 1997.

That's when professional wrestling first got into the veins of Anthony Bowens - and, ever since, the American athlete has been captivated by this unique form of sports-entertainment. He's also one of a growing number of LGBTQ+ individuals plying their trade inside the squared circle - something that hasn't always been easy to do.

In fact, if it weren't for being a wrestler, Anthony feels he may even have come out sooner.

He's our guest on this brand-new episode of the podcast, talking about his favourite matches; being a role model for the community; the abuse he received after coming out as bisexual, then as gay; and why WWE is the ultimate goal for him.

Anthony battled through traffic to make the interview - and we're delighted he did, as it was fantastic to have him onto the show.

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Published on Friday, 1st March 2019.

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