[Susan Foreman]

The Undertaker at the 2022 WWE Hall Of Fame ceremony

"Vince said tonight is his favorite night of the year, because tonight they honor the superstars who have contributed to the success of WWE over the years.

Vince said no Hall Of Fame inductee in the past deserves the induction more than The Undertaker.

Vince said Taker has been to hell and back with all the injuries and the toll his body took in this business.

Vince then said the names of almost ALL of Undertaker’s major opponents of his 30-year WWE career!

McMahon recalled Undertaker and Triple H wrestling on the escalator of a mall on WWF Saturday Night Shotgun!

Vince talked about Undertaker’s Hall Of Fame qualities – integrity, loyalty, respect, leadership by example, toughness, athleticism, intelligence, discipline & many more.

The greatest quality of Taker is love, because you can’t accomplishment what he has without the love he has for the wrestling business.

Vince then introduced The Undertaker and he came out to his Deadman entrance theme.

He hugged Vince and said he loves him and Taker is already emotional. Taker got a HUGE ovation from the fans and “you deserve it”, “Rest In Peace” and “Thank You Taker” chants!

After an emotional scene for 10 minutes straight, Taker finally speaks. Taker said he could’ve easily died without showing a glimpse of Mark Calaway, but he’s going to show the same respect to the fans that fans have showed him for 30 years and he’s going to tell about the person below the black hat.

His first thank you is to the fans.

Taker said in 1986, he didn’t know what to do. He asked his brother what to do. He had some promising opportunities in Basketball, but his heart was in Wrestling.

Taker was afraid of what his basketball teammates and mom & dad would think. Then his brother told him it’s all about what he wants in his life. It all became clear and he became a Professional Wrestler.

His dream led him to become The Undertaker.

He has everyone knows about his signature moves, today he’s going to tell his mental signature moves.

Taker said Vince told him perception is reality after a match where he roughed up a jobber for messing up moves, and everyone thinks he’s an a$$hole after that match.

Taker said he’s not proud of his actions from that night and this became his 1st mental move – he constantly reminded himself that his actions matter.

Taker said he has often thought of Stephanie McMahon as a little sister that he never wanted, but is joking and loves the McMahon family.

Taker said The Godfather was a big influence on him, but not a positive influence. They fought over a lot of things, but he knew Godfather always had his back.

Taker then addressed the B.S.K. and assured them he’s going to take their stories to the grave.

He then recalled his memories with B.S.K. co-founder Yokozuna and Brian “Crush” Adams. He said a day never goes by where he doesn’t think about Brian.

Brian once called Taker to come to him so they could learn how to break bricks with their bare hands, but he didn’t know it was going to be their last meeting, as Brian passed away after some time.

Taker said he didn’t realize at the time why he said yes to breaking bricks, but now it makes sense.

Taker then paid tribute to Paul Bearer and Kane. He said the greatest wrestling story ever told is Undertaker vs. Kane. Taker then joked Glenn Jacobs wants him to call him Mr. Mayor now, but told him to not get hot. He said he didn’t get hot when Kane stole all his moves (laughed). But said Kane performed them better than him.

Taker said his 2nd mental signature move was taught by his father – always show respect to everyone, no matter how high your status is.

A fan shouted “I love you” and Taker replied “I love you, too”.

His 3rd mental signature move is loyalty goes a long way. Taker thanked Dusty, Harley, Bruno, Andre, Bret Hart and Ric Flair for paving the way for his generation and generations to come.

He said without his meeting with Bruce Prichard, there would be no Undertaker.

He thanked Terry Anderson, the woman who designed all his iconic costumes. He thanked the director of The Last Ride. He thanked all his Doctors who have fixed him up.

For his final mental signature move, he recalls getting 15 minutes and 3rd card spot at WrestleMania 25. Due to the disrespect shown, Taker and Shawn Michaels tore the house down to make a statement.

Taker thanked HBK for his friendship and giving him one of the best matches of his career.

So his 3rd mental move is – never be contempt. Always dream big no matter what you’ve already achieved and strive to be better. This principle came into effect at WrestleMania 27 & 28 with Triple H.

Taker thanked HHH for reminding him for who he is when his confidence was at an all time low. His words got him through the rest of his career. Their WrestleMania 28 moment with HBK was one of the proudest moments of his career, and it was truly the End of an Era.

Taker said he’s proud of his son Gunner. He said his daughter Kaia is perfect the way she is and Kaia shed a tear. Taker then put over his youngest son too.

Taker recalled Sid Vicious mocking his mother during a match and his mother almost got in the ring to save him. He said that’s how his mom got banned from wrestling.

Taker said he misses his father. Taker said his Mom used to ask him when he’ll that that ring. Taker then said:

“Mom, we did it.”

Taker said Michelle McCool is the one on who his family is built on. He said when Michelle came to WWE, she didn’t want to meet him and Kane.

Taker joked that Michelle chased him for so long that he finally agreed to marry her.

Taker said she restored his relationship with Jesus Christ. Taker said Michelle is a great mother and can still hang with the best female wrestlers in WWE today.

He said he loves her with all his heart and she is his soulmate.

Taker then addressed Vince McMahon. He said Vince wasn’t sold on him completely in the beginning, but he gave him a chance that changed his life.

Taker thanked Vince for being an important father figure, especially after his father passed away.

Taker said Vince got him to do a lot of scary matches, but he’s proud to say he never did the Taker-Roonie.

He thanked Vince for the Gift of The Undertaker and his friendship.

He said there’s no one like the WWE Universe and advised them to make his 3 mental signature moves a part of their life too. He thanked them for taking this 3 decades journey with him.

Taker ended by saying that now he’s in the WWE Hall Of Fame, The Undertaker will finally rest in peace.

While leaving, Taker wore his ring coat and hat and fans chanted “one more match”.

Taker then said “Never Say Never” and walked away."