February 4, 2010
WWE Superstars Results: Victory Dance
Two of Raw’s most impressive ring warriors squared off on “WWE Superstars” as Evan Bourne competed against Carlito. The Southpaw from San Juan pulled out all the stops in their back-and-forth match-up, but ultimately it was the high-risk, high-reward tactics of “Air” Bourne that carried the day, earning the high-flyer a win over his opponent. Full results.
source: wwe.com
Casting Call for WWE's "Big Red"
WWE Studios, the theatrical arm of World Wrestling Entertainment, is holding open casting calls in Los Angeles this Saturday, Feb. 6 and in New York, Feb. 7, to find a young male actor to fill the title role in its upcoming film, tentatively titled, “Big Red.”...More?
Hulk Hogan Doesn't Like "Girls"
Hulk Hogan compared the corporate environment of the WWE to the "let's just hang out" environment of TNA with the following:
"In WWE, you just become a name and a number and they push and push and it gets impersonal. We don't have families writing the show or brothers-in-law holding the titles."
And then made the following sexist comment:
"We don't have a girl writing the show telling us what to say."
Since a "girl" is the president of TNA, I'm surprised by his comment about Stephanie. It's o.k. that he is trying to build interest in TNA and take shots at the WWE, but I don't know how he can separate a "girl" running the WWE and a "girl" running TNA.
It reminds me of Brock Lesnar's comments at the conclusion of his last UFC fight. While I thought his promo was great, he insulted the sponsors and Dana White made him apologise at the press conference. It's never good to bite the hand that feeds you.
Rumor Mill - Awesome Kong's Issues with TNA
As mentioned a few weeks back, Awesome Kong asked for her release from TNA after the backstage altercation with Bubba the Love Sponge. Word going around is that the company denied her request to be released. Kong was talked into working the TV taping the night after her fight with Bubba but told TNA officials she would not be going on the UK tour after they wouldn't grant her release. The issue between her and Bubba is apparently resolved after a meeting with her, Hulk Hogan and Eric Bischoff.
There is heat between Kong and TNA over money also. Kong is said to be especially touchy when she sees the company spending money on new talents while claiming they can't afford to give raises to her and other Knockouts. There is assumption within TNA that Christy Hemme and Tara are paid well because of their careers in WWE but there's frustration over the pay that the rest of TNA's Knockouts receive.
source: prowrestling.net
February 3, 2010
Triple H Appearing at New York Toy Fair
The WWE announced today that RAW Superstar Triple H will be appearing with Mattel at the New York Toy Fair, on Friday, Feb 12th, to celebrate Mattel's first line of WWE action figures and accessories. From 9:30am to 9:45am Triple H will be on hand to showcase his all-new series FlexForce™, Basic and Entrance Great Action Figures.
Neil Friedman, president, Mattel Brands and WWE COO Donna Goldsmith will also be there to discuss the partnership between these entertainment companies and the innovation behind the FlexForce™ toys for kids and the most detailed figure line ever assembled for the collector community.
Trish Stratus Lands Feature Film Role
Former seven time Women's champion Trish Stratus will be making her feature film debut after signing up to be the lead female role in the Canadian-produced movie titled Bail Enforcers. She will be playing the character of Jules Taylor. The movie is about a team of bounty hunters who run into trouble when they are confronted with a moral dilemma, exchange a bail jumper for a million dollars offered by a mob boss. "I'm thrilled to be a part of a production that is 100% Canadian and I look forward to delivering some Stratusfaction!" said Stratus in the press release. Bail Enforcers is being shot in and around Toronto and is expected to be released by the end of year.
source: wrestleview.com
Ted DiBiase on the ‘80s Wrestling Boom: “Back then it was a Rock-n-Roll Atmosphere”
Ted DiBiase said the WWE environment has improved drastically over the years. “Today, the business has changed, it’s much more corporate,” he said. “When you go back to the hotel, there is nobody. I don’t know if it’s a well-kept secret, or what. The WWE has changed so much now. They work four days a week, then they go home to their families.” Today, his son Ted Dibiase Jr., 27, is following in his father’s footsteps.
“The years I was in the WWE there were a number of guys who died from drug and alcohol abuse. So for years I preached to my boys that I’d support them in anything they’d want to do — but don’t even consider wrestling.”
So what has changed? Vince McMahon, owner of the WWE, has implemented strict random drug tests for all wrestlers.
“What that has built into the WWE is accountability. They have a three-strike rule,” DiBiase said. “The first time you test positive for anything it’s a 30-day suspension without pay. The second time it’s a 60-day suspension, (and) the third time you’re fired. Nobody is above the law, nobody.”...More?
source: lansingcitypulse.com
More Raw Guest Hosts Revealed
WWE announced that Jewel and Ty Murray will host the February 22nd edition of Monday Night Raw. Ty Murray and Triple H became friends during the taping of the "Man Laws" commercials a few years ago.
Cris "Mindfreak" Angel will host the March 8th show.
Oderint Dum Metuant: Let Them Hate As Long As They Fear
