Dark Side of the Ring Explores Missy Hyatt's Wrestling Journey

The eighth episode of Season 7 of Dark Side of the Ring, titled The Walking Riot: Missy Hyatt, focuses on the life of Missy Hyatt, a prominent figure in wrestling during the 1980s and 1990s.

Hyatt's career spanned various roles including valet, announcer, and manager, where she collaborated with notable wrestlers such as Eddie Gilbert and the Nasty Boys. The episode chronicles her journey from childhood in Tallahassee to her significant impact in professional wrestling, highlighting her personal challenges along the way.

Hyatt shares her experiences, including her initial aspirations to be a soap-opera star and her eventual entry into wrestling through Georgia Championship Wrestling. The episode also covers her tumultuous relationships, including a painful breakup with John Tatum and a brief stint in the WWF, where her ambitions were thwarted. Her time in WCW marked her peak, but it was marred by personal struggles and a controversial incident that led to her dismissal. Following her exit from WCW, Hyatt faced severe mental health issues and substance abuse, but she credits a fellow wrestler with helping her find stability. The episode ultimately sheds light on the harsh realities faced by women in wrestling during that era.