Ask AI: Why did vince mcmahon decide to let the show go on after owen hart fell to his death at over the edge 1999?

The decision taken by Vince McMahon to continue with the Over the Edge 1999 event after Owen Hart's tragic accident has been largely debated over the years. It was a highly controversial decision at the time and remains so. The exact reasoning behind McMahon's choice is not publicly documented, and can only be speculated upon. However, some suggest that it may have been due to contractual obligations, commitment to the live audience and viewers, or the age-old adage in show business of "The Show Must Go On". Please note, McMahon has been criticized for this decision, as not stopping the event was seen by some people as disrespectful towards Owen Hart and his family. Future WWE protocols and measures for such incidents were heavily impacted by this event. If you are seeking information on this topic, I would advise you to also consider researching interviews with other wrestlers who were present, or McMahon's own public statements to gain a deeper insight.

The official statement released at the time was that Vince McMahon and the WWF felt that continuing with the show was the best way to honor Owen Hart's memory. The decision was made out of respect for Owen's family and fans, who wanted the show to go on. It was also decided that a significant portion of the proceeds would be donated to the Owen Hart Foundation in his memory.