From the Definitive Proxy Statement under Certain Relationships and Related Transactions:
Shane McMahon is the son, and Stephanie McMahon Levesque and Paul Levesque are the daughter and son-in-law, of Vincent and Linda McMahon. Shane McMahon and Stephanie McMahon Levesque are executive officers of the Company whose total compensation in 2008, calculated in a manner consistent with the Total column (j) of the Summary Compensation Table, was approximately $611,419 and $609,277, respectively. Paul Levesque is a key performer for, and independent contractor of, the Company who receives talent pay and royalties, subject to a guaranteed minimum. We believe his pay is generally consistent with that of our other top stars. The employment of Shane McMahon and Stephanie McMahon Levesque predated the Company’s initial public offering in 1999 and the formation of the Audit Committee. The importance of Paul Levesque as one of the Company’s top superstars predated both the Company’s initial public offering and his marriage to Mrs. Levesque which resulted in his becoming a related party...More?
source: investor.shareholder.com
March 18, 2009
Paul Levesque Listed as "Related Party" in WWE Corporate Documents
Chyna in "Vanity Fair"
Joanie "Chyna" Laurer will be featured on the cover of the upcoming Summer-edition of the "Vanity Fair" magazine. The article will contain photos of Chyna and an article on her new book "Paper Doll".
source: wrestlezone.com
Still Lashed to the Mast of Controversy
If Bobby Lashley, 32, thought his MMA life would be free from beyond-the-ring drama (a regular element in his pro wrestling stint from fall 2005 to winter 2008), the events surrounding his second MMA bout have blown that belief sky-high.
Lashley was poised to move up in caliber from his inaugural tussle, a Dec. 12, 2008 fight against fellow first-timer Joshua Franklin. His next opponent: Shamrock, a UFC Hall of Famer and 45-year-old first-generation icon from way back when they used to call the sport "extreme fighting." Then word came down from on high -- the California State Athletic Commission -- that Shamrock had tested positive for three banned substances in his previous bout, a knockout win over Ross Clifton on Feb. 13 in Fresno...More?
source: sports.espn.go.com
March 17, 2009
ECW Results: Bourne is Back
Tonight on ECW on Sci Fi, the risk-taking, gravity-defier Evan Bourne returns to the Land of the Extreme. Tune in to see "Air Bourne" once again take flight. Full results.
Sports Legacy Institute Reveals Study on Benoit's Brain
In the first educational presentation ever provided on the Benoit murder/suicide, the Sports Legacy Institute (SLI), founded by former WWE pro wrestler Christopher Nowinski, details what SLI found, what it tells us about the tragedy, and how this information will change the professional wrestling industry forever.
Hosted by SLI founder and President Christopher Nowinski and SLI Athlete Advisor Booker T. The 20 minute presentation will be followed by 10 minutes of Q&A. Christopher Nowinski will also sign autographs for anyone attending the seminar.
Admission Fee: $20
100% of proceeds will benefit the Sports Legacy Institute and Booker T Fights for Kids, both 501(c)(3) charitable organizations. This educational event is being run with the knowledge and support of Michael Benoit.
TNA President Not Fond of Kip James
Accoridng to pwtorch.coc, TNA President Dixie Carter and her right-hand man, Executive Vice President Andy Barton, have never been high on the former DX member, and according to multiple sources, Jeff Jarrett has never been crazy about him either. Kip's saving grace appears to be BG James, who works as an agent for the company. He is close to Jarrett, and according to a source, has gone to bat several times in the past for his former tag team partner. Kip James was not used at Sunday's Destination
X pay-per-view and there have rumblings of the company not renewing his contract when it comes due.
All WWE Divas Announced for 25-Diva Battle Royal
It was announced on last night's edition of WWE Raw that every Diva under contract with the company that is an active in-ring performer will be in the 25-Diva Battle Royal at WrestleMania 25. Gail Kim was included in the promotional graphic for the match.
Raw Results: Texas Hold 'Em
A restrained John Cena takes his licks from Big Show as World Heavyweight Champion Edge looks on intently. Full results.
Steroids Found in Andrew Martin's Home
According to a new article in The St. Petersburg Times, police officers who first discovered the body of former WWE star Andrew "Test" Martin have disclosed that prescription drugs, including painkillers and steroids, were found in Martin's Harbour Place apartment. Martin appeared to be in the middle of a meal when he died, according to Tampa police spokeswoman Laura McElroy. Police found a half-eaten pizza and soda near where his body was found. Police still do not suspect foul play and are awaiting results of toxicology reports.
This Day in Wrestling History
Today would have been Andrew "Test" Martin's 34th birthday
March 17, 1975
"Beyond the Mat" debuted in theaters
March 17, 2000
Triple H defeated Chris Jericho for the WWF(E) Unified Heavyweight title at WrestleMania 18
March 17, 2002
