Raven Shares Crow Inspiration and WWE Ambitions

Professional wrestler Raven, whose real name is Scott Levy, recently shared insights into the origins of his iconic character and his unfulfilled ambitions in WWE during an interview with host Chris Van Vliet. The discussion highlighted how Levy drew inspiration from the 1994 film The Crow to craft the brooding persona that defined much of his career in the 1990s and beyond.

Levy explained that the character's name emerged almost instantly while watching the movie. The protagonist, Eric Draven, sparked the connection: "Draven. Raven. Quote The Raven. Nevermore," he recounted. With a name and catchphrase secured, Levy quickly assembled the outfit to fit the anti-star aesthetic he envisioned. He emphasized the importance of ring jackets for projecting stardom but adapted them for Raven's rebellious vibe by layering in concert T-shirts. This allowed variety without altering the core look and cleverly concealed physical insecurities. Levy, who aspired to bodybuilding but lacked the genetics, noted his flat chest and thick waist as drawbacks. By cutting the sleeves off the shirts, he accentuated his strong arms and shoulders, while longer pants hid his well-developed thighs to avoid...