Former WWE star Velveteen Dream, real name Patrick Clark, has resurfaced publicly in 2024 after a long period of controversy, issuing a highly charged statement and apology aimed at both Triple H and wrestling fans. Once considered a rising star in WWE’s developmental system, Dream's career came to a screeching halt following multiple allegations and public criticism. Now, in a turbulent return to the spotlight, Dream is attempting to reclaim his place in the wrestling world, while also issuing strong words to his critics and the wrestling industry as a whole.

Earlier in the year, Dream posted an open apology, taking ownership for some of his past behavior and expressing regret to Triple H and fans who once supported him. The tone shifted dramatically when he later appeared in a video posted to his Instagram, where he directly addressed some of the most serious accusations against him, including allegations of grooming and inappropriate conduct.

“Hey, guys. I just want to say thank you for all the love and support you guys have shown me over the last 24 hours. I mean, it’s been like a whirlwind on social media, but I’m used to that at this point in my life. Just want to say thank you because I see the #wewantthedream, and I appreciate that because I want my job back. I have no shame in saying that. I didn’t lose my job because I sucked, unlike some people. I lost my job because there’s this thing called the IWC, and they like to report on fake news because wrestling is fake. It makes sense to me that people who watch something fake, who love fake chaos, will continue to pour into it. But I just want you to know it’s really, really affecting me. And since I have been affected, I only feel that it’s right that I affect you back. It’s called a cause and effect. Because if Patrick Clark can’t have pro wrestling, I don’t think anybody should.”

In the same video, Dream expressed anger over the backlash he has received, especially the extreme comparisons some fans have made between him and disgraced former wrestler Chris Benoit. The emotional and volatile message further blurred the line between a comeback attempt and a declaration of vengeance against the wrestling community.

“You know, they’re going so far as to compare me to Chris Benoit. Chris Benoit. They call me the most hated man in professional wrestling and loop me in with Chris Benoit. Chris Benoit is a killer. I’m not a killer. But don’t push me, because if you push hard enough, I’ll kill pro wrestling for you. Velveteen Dream, that third eye. It wasn’t just a gimmick. Patrick Clark has seen a lot, and I know a lot, about people you love, people you’re still watching on TV today. So the choice is yours, and you’ve already made it. I’m going to ruin wrestling for you. I’m going to make sure that I expose the business. And hopefully, none of us can have pro wrestling.”

Velveteen Dream has completely lost his mind bro pic.twitter.com/pItH2nsGeH

, FADE (@FadeAwayMedia) May 9, 2025