Booker T, the WWE NXT personality, has responded to being voted as the 'worst' wrestling announcer of 2025 by readers of Dave Meltzer's Wrestling Observer Newsletter. The top five were Booker T, Pat McAfee, Michael Cole, Vic Joseph, and Tony Schiavone. While speaking on his podcast, Booker T commented on the matter, stating that he understands people's tastes and that he's not for everyone. He acknowledged that he talks in a unique way, bringing his street knowledge to the booth, and that he can't talk like other commentators. Booker T also mentioned that he's not the guy who's normally in the booth and that he's not the guy for everyone's cup of tea. He added that a lot of people like his style, comparing it to gumbo, and that he understands some people's tastes. Booker T also highlighted the lack of black commentators in the wrestling industry and the need for more diverse voices. He ended by asking the audience to voice their agreement or disagreement in the comments, inviting discussion and controversy.
