There's a belief within WWE that Triple H is going to be winding down his in-ring career and focusing more on working in the office. Triple H is reportedly studying the marketing end of the business hard since he already has a pretty good understanding of things like the creative side.
On a related note, it's said that Stephanie McMahon is traveling less these days as she's taking care of their three kids at home. Stephanie is still on call but isn't in the office as much and isn't attending WWE tapings as much.
It's said that SmackDown writer Michael Hayes and RAW's Brian Gewirtz seem to have more creative power with Stephanie not involved as much as in the past.
source: wrestling observer newsletter
January 20, 2011
Rumor Mill - Backstage Update on Triple H, Stephanie McMahon and WWE Creative
Why 'WWE All Stars' Rock
This Day in Wrestling History - Bobo Brazil Passes Away
Houston Harris was an American professional wrestler, better known by his ring name, Bobo Brazil. Harris was credited with breaking down barriers of racial segregation in professional wrestling. Harris is considered one of the first successful African-American professional wrestlers, and is often referred to as "the Jackie Robinson of professional wrestling." Originally, Houston was to be known as "Boo-Boo Brazil", but a promoter misprinted his first name as "Bobo" in a print advertisement and it stuck.
Early in his career, some wrestling promoters would match Brazil against fellow African-American wrestlers. Fans clamored to see Brazil face opponents of any type and Brazil would have many matches with competitors such as Killer Kowalski, Dick the Bruiser, Johnny Valentine, and The Sheik, who feuded with Bobo over the course of several decades. These and other rivals would all fall victim to Brazil's finishing maneuver, the Coco Butt (which was a headbutt). Brazil also once wrestled André the Giant to a draw, and challenged Bruno Sammartino for the WWWF Championship in a battle of two top babyface competitors. On October 18th, 1962 Bobo Brazil made history by becoming the first Black American to win the NWA World Heavyweight Title by defeating "Nature Boy" Buddy Rogers. (This distinction is often mistakenly given to Ron Simmons, the first recognized African-American world champion after winning the WCW Title). Although Bobo Brazil initially refused the title (because of an "injury" that Rogers had claimed to have), Brazil was awarded the title the next day after doctors had found nothing wrong with Rogers. However, this title change is not recognized by the NWA. Brazil served as a mentor to wrestler "Soulman Rocky Johnson".
Brazil's manager was James Dudley, the first African-American to be in charge of a major arena in the United States. Dudley would run to the ring waving a towel, as Brazil followed behind. Brazil was inducted into the WWF Hall of Fame in 1994.
source: wikipedia.org
Bobo Brazil vs Buddy Rogers
Houston "Bobo Brazil" Harris July 10, 1924 — January 20, 1998
This Day in Wrestling History
Mr. Perfect returns to the WWE for the 2002 Royal Rumble and lasts until the final four.
January 20, 2002
January 19, 2011
Kaval Vows 'I Won't Be Forgotten'
Fans of WWE are used to talent releases by now. While some of the releases are obvious, there are others that seem to come out of left field. Like Kaval.
The winner of the second season of NXT, Kaval had fan support and had been given a push by the company. But Kaval, whose real name is Brandon Silvestry and is best known on the indy circuit as Low Ki, states he actually pushed for his release from the company...More?
source: slam wrestling
20 Year GLOW Reunion
GLOW (the Gorgeous Ladies of Wrestling) was the first and only exclusively, all women wrestling show to ever appear on free television in the United States. Eventually it was broadcast via satellite to most parts of the world at one time or another. GLOW ran during the mid 1980′s. The GLOW Girls are looking forward to having a mini reunion in conjunction with the annual CAC reunion...More?
source: caulifloweralleyclub.org
Former RAW Guest Host Coming to WrestleMania
Rick Morris, host of The FDH Lounge on SportsTalkNetwork.com, confirmed on Twitter this morning that Bob Barker of Price is Right fame will be at WrestleMania 27 in Atlanta, Georgia this year.
Barker hosted RAW back in December of 2009 and was one of the most well-received hosts WWE had. Barker won a Slammy Award for Best RAW Host.
source: pwinsider.com
Linda McMahon Responds to Sen. Lieberman's Retirement Announcement
"Senator Lieberman announced today that he will not seek re-election. I believe he deserves our respect and appreciation for bringing a strong, independent and principled voice to Washington. Many people have asked me what my plans are. While running for the U.S. Senate in 2012 remains an option for me, I will spend ...the next few months focusing on how I can best serve the people of Connecticut."
This Day in Wrestling History
Hulk Hogan becomes the first ever 2 time winner of the WWF(E) Royal Rumble.
January 19, 1991
Ric Flair wins the Royal Rumble and the WWF(E) Heavyweight title
January 19, 1992
Shawn Michaels defeated Psycho Sid for the WWF(E) Heavyweight title
January 19, 1997
WWF(E) New York Restaurant opened in Times Square
January 19, 2000
January 18, 2011
WWE NXT Results: Ratted Out
Week seven results:
NXT Rookie Challenge: Derrick Bateman won the How Well Do You Know Your WWE Pro? (Four immunity points)
Chris Masters def. Byron Saxton
Derrick Bateman & Daniel Bryan def. Brodus Clay & Ted DiBiase
Ricardo Rodriguez def. Conor O’Brian
Conor O’Brian is eliminated from WWE NXT
NXT Rookie Records
Brodus Clay: Challenge points: 0, Win/loss record: 2-2
Byron Saxton: Challenge points: 0, Win/loss record: 3-3
Conor O’Brian (at the time of his elimination): Challenge points: 0, Win/loss record: 3-1
Derrick Bateman: Challenge points: 8, Win/loss record: 1-3
Johnny Curtis: Challenge points: 0, Win/loss record: 2-3
Oderint Dum Metuant: Let Them Hate As Long As They Fear
