December 16, 2011
Randy Orton to Appear at the Washington D.C. Auto Show
Randy Orton has been announced to appear at the Washington Auto Show at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center 801 Mount Vernon Place NW, Washington, D.C. on February 1, 2012 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
This Day in Wrestling History
Frank Gotch dies of uremic poisoning at the age of 39 at his home in Humboldt, Iowa.
December 16, 1917
Scott Steiner makes his return to RAW for the first time in 8 years and challenges Triple H for the World title.
December 16, 2002
December 15, 2011
WWE Bring it Back!: Evolution
The classy suits, the fast-moving party atmosphere, the unbridled ruthlessness, the past, present and future of the squared circle. What was must be again. WWE.com calls for the return of Evolution.
It seemed to be a moment of sheer destiny, the natural progression of all that had come before it. During a 2003 episode of Raw, the WWE Universe stood witness as “the past” – 16-time World Champion Ric Flair – joined forces with “the present” – one of the top grapplers in the game Triple H – and “the future” – then up-and-coming Superstars Randy Orton and Batista. Together, they formed Evolution and instantly grew into one of the most dominant WWE factions of all-time...More?
Hulk Hogan Gets Ripped for No-Showing Interview
Hulk Hogan was described as being ripped pretty badly for no-showing the Steve Czaban show on Yahoo! Sports Radio. The Wrestling Observer reports that Hogan was buried on the air and was scheduled to promote his new video game. The hosts instead decided to push the new WWE '12 video game. At the end they thanked Hogan for the great interview.
Update on Road Dogg Jesse James in WWE
BG James has changed his Twitter handle to @WWERoadDogg. Regarding his new job as Producer with WWE, James will be working behind-the-scenes at all television and pay-per-view events.
source: allwrestling.com
More on Chris Hero to WWE
Regarding Chris Hero joining WWE, it's said that some kind of medical issue has held up WWE signing him to a developmental contract. He's expected to sign eventually.
source: f4wonline.com
Triple H's Changes Regarding FCW
WWE’s developmental system is on the verge of undergoing some major changes in the coming months – and it all has to do with how WWE calls up their talent to the main roster.
Recruiting talent is not an issue at this point – as Florida Championship Wrestling currently features one of its best rosters ever. Triple H’s latest inititive is not to bring developmental talent to the main roster until the WWE creative team has a character in mind for them and a long-term idea of how to use them. On many occasions, WWE has called up wrestlers without properly introducing them or having an angle for them.
Matt Matalaro, who has been working hands-on in FCW including as an announcer, is now working at WWE headquarters in Stamford, CT with the creative team. His role is to help coordinate debuts and new characters being called up.
source: wrestling observer
WWE Tribute to the Troops TV Rating
WWE's Tribute to the Troops special on the USA Network did a 1.92 cable rating with 2,767,000 viewers. Last night's show did hours of 1.9 and 1.94. Viewership actually increased from hour one to hour two.
source: allwrestling.com
CM Punk says he has "a lot of work to do" to "fix" WWE, fires another shot at Rock, defends Cena, and more
WWE star CM Punk appeared on the Mickey, Amelia, & Spiegel show on 98 Rock Baltimore and discussed several topics. Among the highlights:
Punk on changes in WWE: "I recognize I still have a lot of stuff left to do. People need to get comfortable at the idea that stuff doesn't happen overnight. I'm in this for the long haul, and I'm such a student of the game. I actually care so much, I'm not looking at tomorrow for everything to be different and better, I'm looking 10 years from now."
Punk on the Rock: "I don't know Dwayne personally. I'm glad he's back. He came back for Survivor Series, some more people watched the show, and they watched me become the man and watched me steal the show. So, it's a business thing, but whatever industry you're in, if that happens...I'm pissed off that I'm on the only one pissed off. It's like, 'Come on guys, don't you have any pride in what you do? You're just gonna let this guy come in [and steal the show]?"
Punk defending John Cena: "No, here's the thing. I think John Cena is tremendous. I think Cena doesn't gets the credit for how hard he works. I said it in the promo I cut in Vegas, 'I don't dislike you, John, I dislike this idea that you're the best and you're afforded all of these opportunities.'...I don't hate John at all. He's actually one of my favorites guys to get in the ring with."
source: prowrestling.net
Why is he using Triple H's catch phrase? Student of the game...
WWE Stars Release Anti-Bullying PSA
WWE stars working with the Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLAAD) have released an “Amplify Your Voice” PSA designed to encourage young people to take a stand against all forms of bullying, and in particular anti-LGBT bullying.
The PSA, which was produced with the American Federation of Teachers (AFT), features WWE Superstars and Divas Eve Torres, Kelly Kelly, Alicia Fox, Sheamus and Kofi Kingston.
“Tides continue to shift as more and more athletes, celebrities and sports leagues speak out in support of equality for everyone,” said Mike Thompson, Acting President of GLAAD, in a statement. “By taking a stand against anti-LGBT bullying, WWE is sending a clear message that homophobia is unacceptable both in and outside of the ring.”
GLAAD began working with WWE earlier this year after the group raised concerns on behalf of the LGBT community regarding wrestler John Cena’s (always in-character) homophobic taunts. These taunts included references to the film Brokeback Mountain, to insinuating an opponent was a “fairy,” and that an opponent needed to be taught how to be a man.
Given that WWE had, at the time, recently started promoting itself as PG-rated entertainment, and that a large part of its fan-base is adolescent males, the concern was this kind of example could lead impressionable viewers to think it is acceptable to bully others on the basis of their perceived or actual sexual orientation.
GLAAD has since met with talent and editorial staff to discuss LGBT inclusion and the harms of anti-LGBT language.
Other celebrities to have participated include NBA Legend Shaquille O’Neal, Russell Simmons, Vinny Guadagnino, Rev. Al Sharpton, Amy Poehler, Rashida Jones, Chaz Bono, Tori Spelling, Naya Rivera, Mario Lopez and Dustin Lance Black, among several others
source: care2.com
Oderint Dum Metuant: Let Them Hate As Long As They Fear
