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    Danhausen joins Chris Van Vliet for a very rare out of character interview. He talks about how he created the Danhausen character, quitting his day job to be a full-time wrestler, AEW, what inspired the makeup and the voice, being of fan of Conan O'Brien and The Simpsons, being a guest on Conan O'Brien's podcast, The Rock tweeting him, signing with Ring of Honor, All Elite Wrestling, his goals in wrestling and much more.
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  • @ChrisVanVliet
    @ChrisVanVliet  3 ปีที่แล้ว +179

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    • @ItsTheCostanza
      @ItsTheCostanza 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      DanHausen real life voice is the same lol

    • @wolvie667
      @wolvie667 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Where is the link to the danhousen channel??

    • @CVVCLIPS
      @CVVCLIPS 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@wolvie667 It's in blue at the very top of the description 👍

    • @yuneek7916
      @yuneek7916 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I would say Joker + Dr. Doofenshmirtz + Eminem in his 20s = Danhausen

    • @AFKCOMMANDO
      @AFKCOMMANDO 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Did you get bought by Disney? How did you afford this tremendous CGI?

  • @GlassesnMouthplates
    @GlassesnMouthplates 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2355

    I can't believe Danhausen's new gimmick pretending as a normal human guy named Donovan could be this convincing.

    • @trygvesmor
      @trygvesmor 3 ปีที่แล้ว +67

      I know. It's scary how good he is at portraying a human being.

    • @IamErik31
      @IamErik31 3 ปีที่แล้ว +53

      He could have an alter ego: Danovan Donhausen.

    • @subzero9113
      @subzero9113 3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      Thats just How Nice,How Evil he is...Walking the streets in His Donavan Make up unnoticed by Mortal man!

    • @gordongladstone4434
      @gordongladstone4434 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      This leads us to positing the existence of a dopplegangerhausen.

    • @scottbreon9448
      @scottbreon9448 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Danhausen is the normal one. There's nothing normal about a guy named Donovan. LOL

  • @shoutatacloud
    @shoutatacloud 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2641

    This is the best human makeup I've ever seen Danhausen use!

    • @trygvesmor
      @trygvesmor 3 ปีที่แล้ว +60

      Danhausen truly is a master of disguise.

    • @actionsub
      @actionsub 2 ปีที่แล้ว +33

      I was at a small indy show outside of St. Louis three or four years ago. Before the show began, I was using the john when this short guy wanders in while I'm washing my hands, whips out a shaving kit and begins dabbing blue paint all over his face. Obviously he was one of the workers, so I thought nothing of it.
      So later, he comes out as the second match of the night under the name "Danhausen A.D." It wasn't nearly the fun-loving, very nice-very evil character we know now, but more like a male Kris Statlander with somewhat of an alien futuristic vibe. It's been interesting to see the character evolve into its current form.

    • @jeffk3801
      @jeffk3801 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      It's like that boardroom scene in Batman 89!

    • @TheKamoteKing
      @TheKamoteKing 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Indeed.

    • @ewoknips5154
      @ewoknips5154 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Francis Azur i was coming to say this. Totally CGI

  • @trygvesmor
    @trygvesmor 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1141

    Danhausen's portrayal of a human named Donovan is so convincing, he even fooled Chris Van Vliet! Danhausen deserves an Academy Awardhausen for his outstanding performance!

  • @jyesucevitz
    @jyesucevitz 2 ปีที่แล้ว +323

    i love that Danhausen was allowed to talk all he wants. not like the typical interviewer who does more talking over the guest. thank you.

    • @ChrisVanVliet
      @ChrisVanVliet  2 ปีที่แล้ว +72

      And thank you!

    • @NadirCorcast
      @NadirCorcast 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@ChrisVanVliet dude you are the best interviewer and reporter in the wrestling biz and you make it very clear in the Daniel Benoit interview 👍 mad respect for you !!

    • @ozzymorrison8628
      @ozzymorrison8628 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Kiss that booty 🤣

    • @SuperSublime9
      @SuperSublime9 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You must listen to Jerichos podcast

    • @lakeshoresubtleties
      @lakeshoresubtleties 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@ChrisVanVliet see, now you're talking, though. 🙄 You had a good thing going...

  • @fwpjr1983
    @fwpjr1983 3 ปีที่แล้ว +441

    Without the face paint he doesn’t look very evil, but with or without the face paint I love that Danhausen.

    • @royshaheer
      @royshaheer 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      His WWE name should be Josh Sinister! Because without facepaint it is very sinister.

    • @sophisticatedknuckledragge650
      @sophisticatedknuckledragge650 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Didn't you hear the beginning it's cgi and fancy Expensive graphics lol

    • @Bennyboi004
      @Bennyboi004 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      think he looks like he’s Ryan Reynolds younger brother

    • @l3igl3astard
      @l3igl3astard 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Bennyboi004 not in this world.

    • @-xGenesis
      @-xGenesis 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Bennyboi004 You beat me to it!

  • @MiniLemmy
    @MiniLemmy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +69

    This interview really needs a part 2 because since this was put out, Danhausen has signed with AEW, his TH-cam channel has more than tripled its subscribers in the space of three weeks, and he is more over than most of the active wrestlers in AEW’s roster without having set foot in the ring yet!

    • @voodooturbo
      @voodooturbo ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I stumbled across this because of him getting time in AEW. Love that Danhausen hausen!

    • @leighlowe1069
      @leighlowe1069 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      The reason they're aren't as over is because they're literally nobodies.
      Except edge & Christian, moxley punk omega & a small few others, they're all indie mudshow junk, elite wankers

  • @johnemimosa3360
    @johnemimosa3360 3 ปีที่แล้ว +427

    I have never wanted to see a wrestler succeed at his craft more than Danhausen, the man is a genius, Excellent interview Chris 👍❤️

  • @SNOCHILT
    @SNOCHILT 3 ปีที่แล้ว +210

    He seems like one of the nicest guys. Hope he hits it big, not many genuine people in wrestling.

    • @susanorchard1994
      @susanorchard1994 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Ive heard hes a really good guy and loves his fans.

    • @loufournier5397
      @loufournier5397 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I met him last summer. He’s wonderful. Super nice guy.

  • @78vintages
    @78vintages 2 ปีที่แล้ว +132

    I didn't even know Danhausen existed until about a few months ago. I think he's cool as fuck now.

    • @jaimerivera7872
      @jaimerivera7872 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I just started watching his TH-cam videos last week and now I’m on a deep dive into this character.

    • @michaelkelley7826
      @michaelkelley7826 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I found out about him on Twitter, watched and read and followed along on there for awhile now started on TH-cam and man I love this guy. I really want the best for him in this career cause it's such a fun gimmick/personality

    • @ozzymorrison8628
      @ozzymorrison8628 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I agree..he's great 👍

    • @dpuchalski1
      @dpuchalski1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same! I'm becoming a huge Fanhausen

  • @mr.fantastic1854
    @mr.fantastic1854 3 ปีที่แล้ว +56

    Never clicked so fasthausen.

  • @nightnurse777
    @nightnurse777 2 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Anyone that says his character is silly has clearly not been paying attention. Pure genius✨

  • @rickschroeder8118
    @rickschroeder8118 2 ปีที่แล้ว +55

    I am a 55 year old man, that grew up with professional wrestling in the Pacific Northwest. I don't have the same zest any longer, but Danhausen kills me! I am a Donovan AND Danhausen fan! I plan to show my 10 year old grandson some videos!

  • @kidneystonermusic
    @kidneystonermusic 3 ปีที่แล้ว +434

    His gimmick should be a real estate agent called Dan Housin'

    • @zlinedavid
      @zlinedavid 2 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      When he retires and starts podcasting with Conrad, that’ll be the name.

    • @jasonpdsi
      @jasonpdsi 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@zlinedavid These are the comments I didn't know I needed today...

    • @Heyhowareya97
      @Heyhowareya97 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      BRO 😂😂😂😂 like his alter ego type shit 😂😂😂😂😂😂

    • @jacksonweissenfluh5026
      @jacksonweissenfluh5026 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      That sounds like a Vince McMahon move

    • @mattfischertt
      @mattfischertt 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Danhausen selling housens would be amazing.

  • @DiscipleToki
    @DiscipleToki 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    He made it to the big league's guys, Danhausen in AEW. I am still reeling. I am so happy for him.

    • @d.d.7720
      @d.d.7720 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Apostrophes don't make words plural.

  • @muxz
    @muxz 2 ปีที่แล้ว +96

    I'm here now, watching this because of his debut on AEW. To go from almost quitting wrestling to now being on the national stage is just amazing. Hope he has continued success. I am officially a Fanhausen.

    • @notgonnapay
      @notgonnapay 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      And for some reason, they have him teaming up with the Best Friends...
      That’s like signing the Undertaker to team up with the Bushwhackers.

  • @nixonsneverendingthoughts2824
    @nixonsneverendingthoughts2824 3 ปีที่แล้ว +211

    This guy GETS wrestling in its truest form. Not many people can create a CHARACTER (more than just a heightened version of self), think it all the way through from beginning and make it last long term. This character has the potential to be Kane or Taker levels of ironic.

    • @sdc3536
      @sdc3536 2 ปีที่แล้ว +41

      It's funny how wrestling goes in circles. Gimmicks became too Goofy and unpopular, then the era of "reality", and now the business is so exposed and saturated that you really need to develop a character in order to stand out against everyone else

    • @charlesbloor2869
      @charlesbloor2869 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Can't forget with social media the characters aren't as believable as they use to be the mystery is gone but with this man especially this interview starting in character he keeps that old school mystery and ora. Hats off to Danhausen for his commitment to his craft and dedication to his fanhausens. Love that Danhausen

    • @christinamartin9049
      @christinamartin9049 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Iconic?

    • @lakeshoresubtleties
      @lakeshoresubtleties 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes, definitely ironic more than iconic. Like how you slid that in there.

    • @lakeshoresubtleties
      @lakeshoresubtleties 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@christinamartin9049 no, they definitely meant ironic.

  • @androtaz1
    @androtaz1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +56

    Danhausen is pure gold.

  • @THESNEAKERADDICT
    @THESNEAKERADDICT 3 ปีที่แล้ว +654

    I don’t believe this is Danhausen , some sort of clone perhaps.

    • @rudowakening3638
      @rudowakening3638 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Definitely CGI human makeup

    • @sephjnr
      @sephjnr 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      What's the opposite of helium? it's like Danhausen took a small hit of it.

    • @wrestlecocards7015
      @wrestlecocards7015 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      100% CGI

    • @Perryjin1
      @Perryjin1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Clonehausen?

    • @roodboy606
      @roodboy606 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Very evil

  • @mr.fantastic1854
    @mr.fantastic1854 3 ปีที่แล้ว +110

    My attention span doesn't last long, but Damhausen is legit the most entertaining personality in wrestling, at least to me. I can totally see a cartoon and even a comic book being made after him. I hope he sees every bit of success he has worked for.

    • @megaflux7144
      @megaflux7144 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      comic already happened.

    • @JaniceTZ
      @JaniceTZ 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      It's called Warhausen starring him & WARHORSE (and Allie Kat iirc?)

  • @stephensummers643
    @stephensummers643 3 ปีที่แล้ว +81

    I’ve never heard of this guy, but I’ve cycled back to this video just to leave this comment. I’ve returned from a Danhausen TH-cam rabbit hole, I couldn’t stop watching and laughing, and I am now a proud fanhausen 😇😈

  • @Lordbeanis
    @Lordbeanis 3 ปีที่แล้ว +268

    I'd love to see Danhousen as a talkshow similar to space ghost coast to coast.

    • @travisfinnerty156
      @travisfinnerty156 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I want a Danhausen/SGC2C collaboration

    • @michaelnugent9758
      @michaelnugent9758 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Holy shit. That’d be perfect.

    • @slick_Ric
      @slick_Ric 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I literally just had this thought before I came on this video when I saw the "is Danhausen a demon?" clip. I am 95% sure he's a fan of SG

    • @dean8705
      @dean8705 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      O shit that would be cool af

    • @Joecbg100
      @Joecbg100 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Who'd be his co stars? Boogeyman? Hornswoggle? Cardona?

  • @BigStevie
    @BigStevie 3 ปีที่แล้ว +87

    I can't wait until this man gets his Gold-Plated Rocket Car.🔥🌹😂

  • @normbarrett21
    @normbarrett21 3 ปีที่แล้ว +261

    He's definitely got something awesome going on. Jim Cornette pretty much despises everything to do with Modern Wrestling, yet every since a few people sent him Cameo videos from Danhausen, he himself has become a Fanhausen of Danhausen! Keep up the good work, and character development. Everything you've done has been awesome so far.

    • @bennyomega9153
      @bennyomega9153 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Ok boomer

    • @johntolly1637
      @johntolly1637 3 ปีที่แล้ว +64

      @@bennyomega9153 I think you're using that phrase wrong

    • @l228spn
      @l228spn 3 ปีที่แล้ว +32

      @@johntolly1637 don't upset him, he thinks he's a big brave boy posting a comment on the internet.

    • @nicke1903
      @nicke1903 3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      Corny just cant watch him wrestle, he don't want to see it, his match with Pockets would have broke Corny.

    • @rabbivj
      @rabbivj 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@nicke1903 yeah corny has said he won’t watch Danhausen…

  • @MetaSunbro
    @MetaSunbro 3 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    I was one of the 800 that bought a cameo! 🤣 Sorry for your voice, but It really helped me to stay sober. It was during my first week of sobriety and I'm now reaching 4 months. 🤘

    • @trygvesmor
      @trygvesmor 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Congratulations on reaching 4 months of sobriety! 🤗

    • @gohanrocksmysox039
      @gohanrocksmysox039 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Proud of you! Keep up the good fight!.

    • @btipton6899
      @btipton6899 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      ☀️ Cool man.

    • @BoneSoldier666
      @BoneSoldier666 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      congratulations, dude!

  • @JLPayne_78
    @JLPayne_78 3 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    Dude looks so normal outside the gimmick. Ha. Danhausen is a dude that cynics like myself initially want to roll my eyes over, but he eventually will win you over because he's just so fun to watch. He's got the Orange Cassidy appeal. His recent stuff with PCO is great.

  • @benespinosa6725
    @benespinosa6725 3 ปีที่แล้ว +219

    The Cameos that he did for jim cornette are absolutely hilarious

    • @johnkolko5199
      @johnkolko5199 3 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      Corny loves those too, they are great!

    • @hrbie84
      @hrbie84 3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      'I drank, I believe it was called White Claw, yes spicey water'... I fucking love this guy. Oops, no swearing! Sorryhousen. He has to be so much fun to hang out with.

    • @Imac7065
      @Imac7065 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@hrbie84 check out his toy hunts with ethan page... never breaks character once hausen lol

    • @BrittanyLynn1106
      @BrittanyLynn1106 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Where can I watch them?

    • @jharvey433
      @jharvey433 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Why I'm here

  • @adhdbags3121
    @adhdbags3121 2 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    If TBS ever needs a modern take of an Elvira type horror movie host, Danhausen is my first choice.

  • @wc76
    @wc76 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    CGI and voice changer for the interview haha that's awesome. I like this guy already.

    • @trygvesmor
      @trygvesmor 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Danhausen's acting ability cannot be denied. I'm sure some are convinced he's a human being.

  • @CincyNerd
    @CincyNerd 3 ปีที่แล้ว +73

    This interview made me an even bigger fan of Danhausen. I already liked his character, but now I admire the person. Great stuff as usual, CVV.

  • @megaflux7144
    @megaflux7144 3 ปีที่แล้ว +47

    "atleast this way i go out happy if it fails". hes so pure it actually makes me want to cry. "im really excited to see where this path leads you, and im SO happy for the success youve had" really sums it up.

    • @sepiarain
      @sepiarain 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I feel you mich.

  • @troyaturner1979
    @troyaturner1979 3 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    Thank you for this interview CVV! Freaking LOVE that Danhausen! He's funhausen!🙌🏿🙏🏾❤🔥

  • @sophisticatedknuckledragge650
    @sophisticatedknuckledragge650 3 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    I didn't know if I wanted to see Danhauesen out of character but this is great. Best interveiwhausen , very good , even if it's not very evil

  • @sierravortec2494
    @sierravortec2494 3 ปีที่แล้ว +65

    A demon possessing Conan actually made me laugh out loud.

    • @booty2k
      @booty2k 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Listen to his Conan podcast appearance he did recently. I thought it was a bit for his channel but no, he was actually interviewed by Conan. Hearing him and Conan talk is a joy! I hope Conan keeps his promise and one day we see him do something with Danhausen at a show.

  • @dangerousd1312
    @dangerousd1312 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    this human makeup is very convincing danhausen!

  • @seanonthespectrum8724
    @seanonthespectrum8724 3 ปีที่แล้ว +70

    Danhausen referencing Convergehausen in his make up is the coolest thing.
    He deserves that blimp!

    • @cwilliams666
      @cwilliams666 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I popped so hard when he first posted the Jane Doehausen make up on IG!

    • @reesebecker4838
      @reesebecker4838 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I figured he was a Converge fan from the moment i saw him

    • @maggotmusic757
      @maggotmusic757 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      O shit...now I get it lol

  • @TheJadariusExperience
    @TheJadariusExperience 3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Man he’s so entertaining like a movie character I can’t stop watching him

  • @GregPYatesJr
    @GregPYatesJr 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Fantastic interview Chris Vanhausen!

  • @kcmedia83
    @kcmedia83 3 ปีที่แล้ว +89

    I just love this guy so much. Totally relatable guy with an incredible character.

    • @trygvesmor
      @trygvesmor 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Who knew Danhausen could be this convincing in human makeup?

  • @JustJay1281
    @JustJay1281 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Danhausen is a very original character, which I think is what has made him so popular. Its the perfect balance of comedy and wrestling.

  • @Diamondmite
    @Diamondmite 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    What really got me into Danhausen was months of his name popping up across media and me having no idea who this guy was. Come two months ago, I look up a video showcasing him and immediately I'm on board, I love this, I am a fanhausen

  • @jayw5696
    @jayw5696 3 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    An awesome interview and I cannot wait to see Danhausen's future! Thanks Chris! Always my favorite journalist!

  • @SardonicWrath
    @SardonicWrath 3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    American werewolf in London is my favorite horror film as well. Danhausen is a man of fine arts, I see.

    • @KassidyGinn
      @KassidyGinn 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Saw this comment right when he said it

  • @tpetro31
    @tpetro31 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I just fell down the Danhausen rabbit hole. Great interview

  • @misterrickschannel2238
    @misterrickschannel2238 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I worked as a nursing assistant in several nursing homes years ago. It got to be a bit much when I was the one who was always called to do post-mortem care when someone passed. I helped the local coroner tag and bag lots of dead people. Anyway, I really don't watch any wrestling these days, but Danhausen has piqued my curiosity. Great interview.

  • @NotMarkSII
    @NotMarkSII 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I was unaware of Danhausen until seeing this interview last night but after going down the TH-cam rabbit hole I now want to join the culthausen

  • @asterrmb
    @asterrmb 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    This interview has been so inspiring to me. Just recently learned of Danhausen and have been bingeing his content non-stop! We fanhausens need to organize and find a way for Danhausen to arrive at every event/show in a PT Cruiser!

  • @zacharishubin3959
    @zacharishubin3959 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    This is the only out of character interview I can find of Danhausen WITHOUT the facepaint post-creation of the current character (minus his Conan thing, but it didn't get as deep into things) and I loved every second of this interview. I was waiting for this interview for SOOOOO long!

    • @ianfitton9400
      @ianfitton9400 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      He did another where it's half him and half danhausen,it should be on you tube if you search

  • @ckhprojectpro777
    @ckhprojectpro777 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Bravo Chris and Bravo Danhausen. I love hearing Danhausen's evolution. As I eagerly await the return of my industry too, wrestling and these kinds of cool hangout style interviews have been a shot of joy juice.

  • @patricktucker3362
    @patricktucker3362 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Cheers to Davis and camera boy Nick. Truly champs along side the Danhausen. Thanks boys ❤

  • @jesterr7133
    @jesterr7133 3 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    I am the very definition of a wrestling purist, but I'm also a fanhausen. I absolutely detest comedy wrestling, but I love this guy. What he does is completely unique. There has never been anything like it before. He even managed to win Jim Cornette over. That is saying something. He turned his look and lack of size into an advantage, because this character wouldn't work if he was a big guy. It's pure genius. He talks about not having to go all out all the time, but that's the genius of the character. He doesn't even really have to kill himself in the ring. He can just go out and cut promos and people will love him. He has developed it to the point that he can do anything and it will be great. The other special part of it is that he does a comedy character while still respecting the business, which I like.

    • @kshinokevin
      @kshinokevin 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      "He managed to win Jim Cornette (Corny) over." That is a Huge Thing... Very Brilliant(ly) done.

    • @badladyami
      @badladyami 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      The character is funny because of his old school, dead straight commitment to the gimmick. That's why it works.

    • @d.d.7720
      @d.d.7720 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's a lie, Corny liked him a year ago, when he wasn't aware that Danhausen was a joke. Now he is despised by him, like he should always have.

  • @rickstein1396
    @rickstein1396 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Used to watch this dude and my buddy practice when they were in a hardcore band in Michigan.
    Glad he's making it. Happy for you dude.

  • @angelynx1prime
    @angelynx1prime 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    it's so cool to hear him saying in this interview a year ago that he hopes to get more TV time and more exposure, and now he's signed to AEW and doing drop-in spots on their flagship show. I'm really intrigued to see him get matches and storylines there. He seems like such a genuine and creative guy.

  • @iradflores8276
    @iradflores8276 3 ปีที่แล้ว +48

    Wonderful way to keep kayfabe with Danhausen's CGI bit. Love That Danhausen! And! Buy that CoffeeHausen

  • @kamerondreesen7671
    @kamerondreesen7671 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    I absolutely loved this conversationhausen! I always wish for the best for Danhausen, and he’s gonna continue to take over not just the wrestling world, but the pop culture world too ❤️

  • @gregpickett8816
    @gregpickett8816 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Chris is the undeniable GOAT for all he does.

  • @wordsofwiz16
    @wordsofwiz16 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Coming back to this interview. I was so happy to see him on AEW beach break last night. Super proud of Dan, can't wait to see what all comes from him being there ❤️❤️

  • @Straker1895
    @Straker1895 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Chris, I've watched 20 or so of your interviews so far, and this by far is my favorite one.

  • @OneAzzholesOpinion
    @OneAzzholesOpinion 3 ปีที่แล้ว +63

    I wanna see Darby Allen vs Danhausen in ROH or AEW. Would love to see them stat in a feud and then form a tag team or stable. Please Tony Kahn and the Elite make this happen.

    • @Ryanonfire03
      @Ryanonfire03 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I think Danhausen/Darby/Sting would make a great trio. As would Black/Butcher/Blade. Then make a fued from that.

    • @soulessshadow5356
      @soulessshadow5356 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@Ryanonfire03 After a match, Black comes to end the career of Darby because he believes that he is to dangerous to himself and others and wants to free him from his eternal suffering. Sting comes in to save Darby from Black, but is assaulted from behind by Butcher and Blade leading to Black ordering them to hold Sting and Darby up for a pair of Black Mass Kicks. However, before he can hit them the light's go out and Danhausen's music hits and he comes in to make the save along along side CM Punk leading to Danhausen/Darby/Sting vs Black/Butcher/Blade. I only add CM Punk to the mix because of the respect he has for Darby and Sting, and also because it wouldn't be as believable to have Danhausen scare off Black who is still fresh to AEW and one of the more established tag teams in Butcher and Blade.

    • @MiniLemmy
      @MiniLemmy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I don’t think it would work because Danhausen is almost COMPLETELY about the character, not the wrestler - as a wrestlerhausen, he’s too much about the comedy, where Darby Allin isnt

    • @brianmcdonald7017
      @brianmcdonald7017 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      The tag team would be extremely entertaining

    • @Jaycee52548
      @Jaycee52548 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Darcy, i think you may be in luck :)

  • @jeffgauthier1928
    @jeffgauthier1928 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    After watching countless liberty mutual ads...i want Danhausen to be a spokesperson for them. Unlimited potential there

  • @harterowner4959
    @harterowner4959 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I didn't know danhausen ... But from the First second i was a total fanhausen ♥️
    I Love this Character better than all i've ever seen

  • @nailsandny6894
    @nailsandny6894 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Danhausen is a such a genuine, good person! I love being a fanhausen

  • @ThunderCaZ
    @ThunderCaZ 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    This Donavon guy should start a TH-cam channel. He’s well spoken

  • @flowerchica01
    @flowerchica01 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I had a smile throughout the whole interview. This was such a treat, thanks!

  • @dekaritheprofessor2631
    @dekaritheprofessor2631 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Awesome!!!! Thank you both for this Interview ❤🖤💪🏾💪🏾

  • @curtisadams7162
    @curtisadams7162 3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Love That Danhausen,
    If danhausen ever wants a very nice very evil tattoo if he’s ever in the UK it would be an honour 👌🏻🤙🏼

  • @HotPocketMaster
    @HotPocketMaster 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Danhausen reminds me of Waluigi, i feel like thats another way you could describe his character

  • @Man0fSte3l
    @Man0fSte3l 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This is already my favorite interview and I haven't even watched it yet.

  • @CardShopReality
    @CardShopReality 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    The fastest I ever clicked a Chris Van Vliet interview! Great job getting danhausen out of character! THUMBS UP from us down here at The Card Shop in Bastrop, Louisiana!

  • @BREND0h
    @BREND0h 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Not gonna lie I wasn’t a real big fan of danhousin but watching him out of character and being real and that’s so awesome to see. I think I’m now a fan. Great interview like always Chris 👍🏻

  • @hootgibsonesquirethe3rd765
    @hootgibsonesquirethe3rd765 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    The 3 facehausens of Danhausen
    Jim Cornette lead me to Danhausen now I give him monies for Blimps and things of such sorts

  • @bwernard
    @bwernard 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I am now a fan of Donovan. A fanovan.

  • @thickpickles2325
    @thickpickles2325 3 ปีที่แล้ว +67

    He's like PeeWee Herman, Heath Ledgers Joker, and Svengoolie love child. In otherwords, pretty sweet.

    • @silverzombie4477
      @silverzombie4477 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Mix a bit of Beetlejuice in there too.

    • @anachronologist2017
      @anachronologist2017 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      also The Monarch from Venture Brothers. The voice does it for me

    • @kolz4ever1980
      @kolz4ever1980 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Only difference is he's not taking the aids d on a broken mountain then OD 😂

    • @megaflux7144
      @megaflux7144 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@kolz4ever1980 i hate ledgers joker, only a dead guy gets the kind of credit he does for overacting like he did. i liked his earlier movies (not the gay cowboy one.. not that i have ever seen it) but never has his head been the right shape to play the joker (same with jack really)! the joker has a LONG face so only actors like tim roth or maybe john waters can do the role justice in the first place, heath and jack both have pumpkins on top of their shoulders! it makes no sense for them to be CAST in the role to begin with.

    • @21killurass
      @21killurass 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      A little Beldar Conehead too.

  • @uncleporkins
    @uncleporkins 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I've been seeing a lot of Danhausen lately on youtube, I am genuinely intrigued by his personality and massive talent. I've never seen him wrestle once, yet I definitely consider myself a new fan of his.

    • @PNWRideAlongs
      @PNWRideAlongs 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      there is a video of him in Ring Of Honor of a 4 way match between Danhausen. Dan the Dad, Orange Cassidy and Effy. never heard of the other guys. but, they are all regular sized dudes with senses of humor and the match is ridiculous but hilarious also.. Danhausen does seem to be a very good technical wrestler, but his gimmick is that he doesn't need to be.

  • @rezinAKAkillergoat
    @rezinAKAkillergoat 3 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    I was hesitant to watch this because I want to just believe the character and keep that going, but this interview is actually super inspirational. Thanks.

    • @JediBob
      @JediBob 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      the best way is that like MJF if the real life stuff is kept to a minimum then it's fine. If I see a character break out of kayfabe super often it can kind of take me out of it (Chris Jericho) Still love him but when he tries to be heel now days I can't really bite it but still find it entertaining

  • @jakecole8343
    @jakecole8343 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Yeeeeeeeees! Thank you Chris! I'm so happy to see this pop up in my notifications. Love that Danhausen.

  • @planetdanasmr9868
    @planetdanasmr9868 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I've been waiting for something like this & to hear his real voice! Cheers Chris!

    • @trygvesmor
      @trygvesmor 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      This isn't his real voice. Danhausen is wearing a human disguise and emulating a human voice.

    • @planetdanasmr9868
      @planetdanasmr9868 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@trygvesmor oh yes sorry. It is a great disguise

  • @michaelaylett3150
    @michaelaylett3150 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    The fact that everyone is in on it is beautiful 🙂

  • @JohnTaylor-xg4jn
    @JohnTaylor-xg4jn 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Always Love that Danhausen

  • @suzannerust8658
    @suzannerust8658 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How am I only just finding this interview?! I am loving what Danhausen is doing with Hook right now and particularly enjoyed him cursing William Regal recently.

  • @drewcifer1754
    @drewcifer1754 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I love that Danhausen is bringing back characters to wrestling. Danhausen is a true character, reminiscent of early Undertaker, Papa Shango, Kane, he's just goofy. I love it.

  • @jimjohnstonreviewstheworld
    @jimjohnstonreviewstheworld 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Thank you for this interviewhausen!! As a recently new fanhausen of Danhausen I’ve been wanting a origin story for him. I always got Svengoolie vibes from him early on. But he never mentions being into Svengoolie or the old school universal monsters series. Anyway keep it up. I want to see Danhausen become ROH tv championhausen!!

  • @MentalLiberation
    @MentalLiberation 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    I got to look more into this wrestler. So many great things said about this fellow. Great interview. He and Warhorse are very interesting

    • @fwpjr1983
      @fwpjr1983 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Go subscribe to his TH-cam channel, it’s fantastic.

    • @nevarstormdragon
      @nevarstormdragon 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I found him by fluke on my feed. Either from an Indy match or RoH not sure but was interested from the moment I saw him.

    • @MentalLiberation
      @MentalLiberation 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@fwpjr1983 Subbed, and now saw him on AEW Dynamite! 👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿

  • @themurph7780
    @themurph7780 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you, Chris and Danhausen! I needed this today!!

  • @Hydro_9293
    @Hydro_9293 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Look at all of us fanhausens here to see our master danhausen in his amazing human makeup

  • @susanorchard1994
    @susanorchard1994 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great interview! He's definitely a talent that's refreshing and unique!

  • @Muppio
    @Muppio 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Danhausen is a mix between Papa Emeritus and Firemarshall Bill.

  • @mikeyt9323
    @mikeyt9323 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I saw danhausen for the first time yesterday and now I can't stop watching his videos and interviews.

  • @travisaldous2294
    @travisaldous2294 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love tht Danhausen ! super nice guy to his fans as well

  • @patricktucker3362
    @patricktucker3362 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    LOVE that Danhausen

  • @boneidlewhitney3758
    @boneidlewhitney3758 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    He's such a humble guy. Love this!

  • @blackphilipalvarez1305
    @blackphilipalvarez1305 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I love how Danhausen is his character and the human side is CGI that’s just genius and very original to the character. I love this guy!

  • @mikeyhodge6191
    @mikeyhodge6191 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great interview. This deserves more views

    • @ChrisVanVliet
      @ChrisVanVliet  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for watching this interviewhausen!

  • @subzero9113
    @subzero9113 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Donovan has definitely started to make it. I hope AEW picks Him up He deserves it , putting the work in everyday! Doesnt forget His Friends or where He comes from , He has a Great Head on His shoulders one of the few wrestlers.

  • @jessiepalermo7234
    @jessiepalermo7234 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks so much for this, CVV!!!!!!

  • @brandon4443
    @brandon4443 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    How could anyone not love that Danhausen?

  • @Moon-ci9ev
    @Moon-ci9ev 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    That dude got me on wrestler again, I'm obsessed with his character. My brother show some of his videos and I was laughing so much. Great interview. I wish the best success

  • @ckhprojectpro777
    @ckhprojectpro777 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I love that this is one of your most watched wrestling interviews. It highlights why Danhausen deserves the contract he just landed. He is over. He connects both as a character and as a person. That's part of what I like about Ethan (aka Egon) Page also. So glad to see them moving onward and upward. I love classic wrestling too, Like Cornette, and I get his passion for the type of wrestling he loves, but like in my world: music. I am glad there is more than one genre. It gives the creators and the audience more options. If there is an option you don't enjoy, you have the freedom to enjoy another option...and on it evolves.

  • @MafiaOmerta
    @MafiaOmerta 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Never heard of this guy before but started watching his stuff and so glad you did this interview! This guy is gold!

  • @casualgerman1949
    @casualgerman1949 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That "Nice-Evil" is an interesting as well as a smart idea. On one side you can easily switch from Babyface zu a Heel and reverse, if needed, but you could also be very well a tweener. And beyond that you just get surprised because you never know if the "nice" Danhausen speaks to you, or the "evil" one.