[media-credit name=”Photo: Sandra Gray/Twitter” align=”aligncenter” width=”620″][/media-credit] VICE recently spoke to veteran WWE seamstress and Total Divas scene stealer Sandra Gray about the unconventional way she got into wrestling, the process of creating ring gear and the atmosphere behind the scenes. In the article, Sandra tells the story of being approached by Sable in a fabric … Read more
The latest WWE Inbox asks the Divas to share their dream matches. Many of the Divas named Trish Stratus as their dream opponent, both Emma and Rosa Mendes calling her an inspiration for their own careers. Natalya picked Alundra Blayze in honor of her upcoming WWE Hall of Fame induction. Alicia Fox, meanwhile, takes a … Read more
[media-credit name=”Photo: WWE.com” align=”aligncenter” width=”620″][/media-credit] Former Divas Champion Maryse is following in her husband The Miz‘s footsteps, as she’s set to star in a feature film. The movie, Karla, is a romantic comedy. The plot listed on its IMDB page reads, “A womanizing Executive gets more than he bargained for when he hires a new … Read more
[media-credit name=”Photo: WWE.com” align=”aligncenter” width=”620″][/media-credit] Paige recently spoke with TalkSPORT’s Gorilla Position about a variety of topics to promote her upcoming match at WrestleMania 31. In addition to her Mania match, she discussed a hypothetical match with Stephanie McMahon, speculating the type of match she’d want: “I would definitely want to do some kind of … Read more
According to a report from PWInsider (via PWMania), the WWE has begun finalizing their list of inductors for this year’s Hall of Fame ceremony. The report states that all of the inductors are set except for that of former WWE Women’s Champion Alundra Blayze. The rumor going around is that a current Diva will be … Read more
New mother and returned TNA Knockout Mickie James recently spoke with Between the Ropes about balancing motherhood with being a performer, her future in wrestling and more. Transcript below courtesy of Lords of Pain. On motherhood, Mickie reflected on how it’s changed the way she makes decisions: “It’s a massive change right? One thing for … Read more
[media-credit name=”Photo: SHIMMER” align=”aligncenter” width=”620″][/media-credit] KC Cassidy‘s WWE signing has been confirmed by her former trainer, Lance Storm. Storm, who runs the Storm Wrestling Academy, where Cassidy graduated in May 2012, posted his congratulations on the school’s Facebok page: Post by Storm Wrestling Academy. He also tweeted confirmation on his own Twitter account: Very excited … Read more
[media-credit name=”Photo: WWE.com” align=”aligncenter” width=”620″][/media-credit] Raw ring announcer Lilian Garcia has released her latest single, “Stung”. Garcia announced the news today on her Twitter account, tweeting: #LilRockers! Who wants some new music? Download my brand-new song, "Stung" absolutely FREE -> http://t.co/ILhjGz5UvR pic.twitter.com/CwfWCFvw7C — Lilian Garcia (@LilianGarcia) March 17, 2015 You can download the single for … Read more
[media-credit name=”Photo: WWE.com” align=”aligncenter” width=”620″][/media-credit] Speculation on Lana‘s WrestleMania status has been rampant since she disappeared from television last week after accepting John Cena‘s WrestleMania 31 challenge on behalf of Rusev. This has lead to a kayfabe tension between the two, the insinuation being that Lana’s absence is due to their rift. In actuality, Lana … Read more
Former TNA Knockout and WWE developmental talent Trenesha Biggers has joined the ranks of trainees accusing former NXT head trainer Bill DeMott of physical abuse and racism. Biggers – who competed in TNA as Rhaka Khan – has published a verified post on Reddit containing an email she sent in 2008 that echoes recent claims … Read more
[media-credit name=”Photo: ImpactWrestling.com” align=”aligncenter” width=”620″][/media-credit] TMZ has spoken to former Diva and Knockout Lisa Marie Varon about a harrowing video of her husband restraining a gun-carrying intruder inside their Squared Circle restaurant. Lisa told TMZ, “He (my husband) used to be a bouncer when he was a young lad. I think that guy crossed the … Read more
[media-credit name=”Photo: WWE.com ” align=”aligncenter” width=”620″][/media-credit] Total Divas season three went out with a bang on Sunday night, its back-to-back episodes drawing 1.214 and 1.28 million viewers respectively, according to TV by the Numbers. The first episode, “Indecent Exposure”, drew a 0.5 rating in the 18-49 demo, while the second, “The New Divas Champion”, scored … Read more
[media-credit name=”WWE.com” align=”aligncenter” width=”620″][/media-credit] WWE.com has announced a Divas match for WrestleMania 31. Paige will team with her “friend” AJ Lee against Divas Champion Nikki Bella and Brie Bella. Rumors of the match taking place surfaced last week upon word that AJ would be returning on RAW. Now that the match has been made official … Read more
At the end of last night’s Total Divas season three finale, Brie and Nikki Bella told WWE Officials they were not planning on renewing their contracts. In the episode, both women are beginning to think about their future – Brie wants to start a family while Nikki wants to explore options outside of wrestling. This … Read more
[media-credit name=”Photo: WrestlingKnockouts.com” align=”aligncenter” width=”620″][/media-credit] Four-time Knockouts Champion Gail Kim has spoken at length on the #GiveDivasAChance fan movement in a column she penned for Total Wrestling Magazine. In the column, Gail talks in detail about her two runs with the WWE, losing and regaining her love for wrestling, the hope #GiveDivasAChance gives her and … Read more
Total Divas fans won’t have to wait long for season four. Following last night’s season three finale, E! confirmed that the reality show will return on July 7th: Is it July yet? #TotalDivas pic.twitter.com/0QUyPlIfvN — Total Divas (@TotalDivas) March 9, 2015 As July 7th is a Tuesday, this announcement has also confirmed that the show … Read more
With the conclusion of Total Divas comes After Total Divas, the official after show in which Renee Young and Summer Rae break down the events of each episode. This week, joined by Paige, they talk about “Indecent Exposure” and “The New Divas Champion”, which served as a two hour finale for season three. Watch the … Read more
Independent wrestler Terra Calaway has revealed through her Twitter account a personal story she witnessed while attending a seminar that was coached by current NXT Head Trainer Bill DeMott. This follows a week’s worth of stories about the allegedly abusive training style and behavior of DeMott, in part due to now former talent Judas Draven … Read more
This Sunday will see a two hour finale of Total Divas season three, featuring two back-to-back episodes. In the first episode, cat lovers Natalya and Tyson Kidd get to meet the internet’s biggest cat celebrity: Grumpy Cat. Natalya takes a selfie with the famous feline and reveals her own celebrity aspirations for her cats, who … Read more
[media-credit name=”Photo: WWE.com” align=”aligncenter” width=”620″][/media-credit] Thought it’s been long rumored, WWE pre-show host and interviewer Renee Young has only now confirmed her relationship with WWE Superstar Dean Ambrose. Renee first spoke about the relationship in an interview with the Gorilla Position podcast. She’s now elaborated on it in a video from The Sun, acknowledging that … Read more
[media-credit name=”Photo: WWE.com” align=”aligncenter” width=”620″][/media-credit] Divas Champion Nikki Bella recently spoke to Mark Madden from 105.9 in Pittsburgh, PA, discussing AJ Lee‘s WWE complaints, the infamous 30 second match that sparked #GiveDivasAChance and more. While she agreed that Divas deserve more time on TV, she didn’t appear to share AJ’s criticisms towards WWE’s pay disparity: … Read more
WWE executive Jane Geddes has left the company. According to the Wrestling Observer (via Lords of Pain), Geddes, who appeared regularly on the first season of Total Divas in her capacity as VP of Talent Relations, left the WWE at some point between one month and six weeks ago. The circumstances surrounding her departure are … Read more
This Sunday will see a two hour finale of Total Divas season three, featuring two back-to-back episodes. In the first episode, Brie and Nikki Bella encounter every sibling’s worst nightmare: accidentally receiving a naked selfie. When both are accidentally sent a naked photo from their brother JJ, Nikki finds the situation hilarious, showing off the … Read more
[media-credit name=”Photo: WWE.com” align=”aligncenter” width=”620″][/media-credit] WWE.com has conducted an interview with Leva Bates, more commonly known to the WWE Universe as Blue Pants. In the article, the WWE acknowledges her true identity as indy star Leva Bates. Leva addresses how she wound up appearing on NXT, saying: “I actually filled out the recruit page, because … Read more
[media-credit name=”Photo: WWE.com” align=”aligncenter” width=”620″][/media-credit] Lana is set to star in a new action thriller from WWE Studios and Lionsgate. The movie, titled Interrogation, will co-star former WWE Superstar Edge, who currently appears on the Syfy series Haven. The Diva made the announcement herself, tweeting a video in which she shares that her character will … Read more
[media-credit name=”Photo: WWE.com” align=”aligncenter” width=”620″][/media-credit] It looks like the co-host of After Total Divas is taking her talents to VH1. WWE’s resident interviewer Renee Young will be co-hosting VH1’s Big Morning Buzz this Wednesday. The show, which airs every weekday, covers the latest news in pop culture and entertainment. Renee announced the news today on … Read more