Taz, a legendary wrestler from ECW, recently called out TNA Knockouts Champion Jordynne Grace for using one of his catchphrases. Grace posted a picture from the gym with the words, “Beat me if you can.” “Survive if I let you” is a popular saying that Taz has made his own.
A trademark dispute starts to play out
Taz talked about it on social media. He is known for being tough in the ring and is now an analyst for AEW. He talked about how tricky it is to use a trademark, especially in professional wrestling, where catchphrases are often linked to a wrestler’s brand and character. When a fan supported Grace by saying that she wasn’t using the phrase for business purposes, Taz replied that he needed to be more careful with his business.
Grace, who is well-known and admired in the wrestling world, was shocked by the response. She used her own social media to show that she understood Taz’s worries. Grace said that even though she looked up to Taz and other wrestling stars, she hadn’t thought about what the brand meant. She said she would be more careful in the future to show how much she respected Taz and what he had done for the business.
Taz Explains His Stand
Taz gave more details about what was going on through his social media site, X. More specifically, he said that he wasn’t dating Grace and didn’t know that she was honoring him. Taz said that what he did was only to protect others because he had seen people make money off of his work without his permission in the past.
“I like Jordynne Grace’s work, but I don’t know her personally.” We are not friends on social media, and she did not tag me in her text. People who used my names to make money without my permission have burned me before. I’ve spent a lot of time and money to keep them safe. It’s just about protecting what I’ve built, even if some fans think it’s small. “Yes, this makes me very sensitive, but that’s where I’m coming from,” Taz said.
— taz (@OfficialTAZ) June 25, 2024
Why trademarks are important in wrestling
For expert fighters, trademarks are very important. They are more than just words or designs; they show the hard work, commitment, and brand personality of the people who made them. Taz thinks that his catchphrases are an important part of his reputation. The fact that he is taking action to protect these rights shows how hard he has worked on his business.
Taz said again that his response wasn’t about Grace personally. He was proud of what she had done and didn’t mean to make her feel bad. It was a lack of open contact that led to the mistake, he said. Taz hoped that one day he and Grace could meet in person and laugh about what happened. He thought that this would add to the sense of community that exists in the wrestling world.
“I’m not mad at Jordynne Grace in any way.” I like what she does. We didn’t understand each other because I wasn’t tagged in her tweet. I wasn’t sure if she was trying to make money off of the term. Taz said, “I can’t wait to meet her and laugh about this whole thing.”
Moving On
The fight between Taz and Jordynne Grace shows how intellectual property is handled in professional wrestling in general. Wrestlers often come up with their own catchphrases, moves, and characters that become part of their brand. Not only is it important to protect these parts for their monetary value, but it’s also important to protect the purity of their work.
After Taz’s explanation, it looks like everything is clear. Grace’s polite answer shows that they both understand and value each other. As this episode shows, fame comes with a lot of problems and duties. It also shows how important it is to communicate clearly in the digital age.
Fans can look forward to seeing both Taz and Grace do well in their chosen fields as they continue their jobs. The wrestling community is known for being very passionate and loyal, so both stars will continue to get support from fans who value their hard work and commitment to the sport.
