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Jimmy Havoc To Undergo Treatment And Counseling, AEW “Evaluating” Status With Company

Jimmy Havoc will be undergoing treatment, as well as counseling, to deal with mental health and substance abuse issues after his ex-girlfriend revealed scary details of their relationship in the #SpeakingOut movement.

Havoc’s ex Rebecca Crow shared stories via social media on Thursday of the emotional trauma she suffered while dating him. Other stories have since been shared about the AEW wrestler on social media which paint a scary picture of his mental condition.

On Friday, AEW released a statement on the matter saying:

“We wish Jimmy Havoc all the best as he receives treatment and counseling in an effort to overcome the mental health and substance abuse challenges in his life. We are aware of various reports related to Jimmy. We are evaluating his status with our company and will address it when he has successfully completed his rehabilitation.”

Crow’s story about her experiences with Jimmy Havoc was one of many shared as part of the #SpeakingOut movement, an online movement of people in wrestling speaking out against those who have been sexually, emotionally or verbally abusive in the industry.

Source: Pro Wrestling Sheet

Promotions Sever Ties With Talent Following #SpeakingOut, WWE Stars Encourage Movement

The #SpeakingOut movement has been growing on social media over the past 24 hours as many women have been discussing past experiences with abuse and assault in the industry.

Many independent promotions cut ties with David Starr earlier this week after a woman alleged that Starr sexually assaulted and abused her. Starr is being stripped of titles that he held in RevPro U.K., OTT, TNT Extreme and Ultimate Pro Wrestling.

Starr denied accusations that he was a sexual predator, although admitted that he was “an awful partner.” Starr said that he’s fine if this is the end of wrestling for him, adding, “No matter what I say, I’m the bad guy. No pity party. It is what it is.”

Starr has since deactivated his social media accounts.

Accusations have since surfaced online against talent in WWE, AEW, Impact and ROH, as well as wrestling legends and a top NWA executive. There will clearly be a lot more on these stories in the coming days and weeks.

WWE already issued a statement regarding an accusation from a woman who claimed that WWE NXT UK Superstar Jordan Devlin abused her. She posted photos on her Twitter of bruises on her body which she alleged were caused by Devlin, which she since deleted. WWE’s statement read, “We take any allegation of this nature very seriously and are looking into the matter.”

British Wrestling Revolution noted that they removed a member of their roster weeks ago due to an accusation of inappropriate behavior. They are not releasing the name “out of respect to the wishes of the victim.”

Black Label Pro announced that they are severing all ties with Johnathan Wolf after a woman claimed that he had verbally and sexually assaulted her on multiple occasions.

Jim Cornette’s attorney, Steve New, indicated that they would be taking legal action regarding some serious allegations made against Cornette and his wife.

A number of people in the industry have commented on the movement. Paige wrote, “I’m only just catching up properly with social media and wow. Seeing so many of you speaking out against these disgusting humans makes me so sad to see your experiences but proud of you for telling your story. Keep using your voice. We love you and have your back”

Big E also commented on the movement, writing, “I pray our industry is swiftly rid of all these predators & abusers. To everyone brave enough to tell their story, I’m so sorry you had to endure this.”

There were many other comments from stars in WWE, AEW, Impact and other promotions, you can see some of the reactions below:

https://twitter.com/WWEBigE/status/1273742032691920897

https://twitter.com/Kay_Lee_Ray/status/1273736708681617409?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1273736708681617409&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wrestlinginc.com%2Fnews%2F2020%2F06%2Fmore-promotions-sever-ties-with-talent-following-speakingout-671589%2F

https://twitter.com/RealPaigeWWE/status/1273853107164770304?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1273853107164770304&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wrestlinginc.com%2Fnews%2F2020%2F06%2Fmore-promotions-sever-ties-with-talent-following-speakingout-671589%2F

https://twitter.com/MiaYim/status/1273863076329160705?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1273863076329160705&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wrestlinginc.com%2Fnews%2F2020%2F06%2Fmore-promotions-sever-ties-with-talent-following-speakingout-671589%2F

https://twitter.com/PeteDunneYxB/status/1273679714645917701?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1273679714645917701&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wrestlinginc.com%2Fnews%2F2020%2F06%2Fmore-promotions-sever-ties-with-talent-following-speakingout-671589%2F

https://twitter.com/PeteDunneYxB/status/1273922222244139008?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1273922222244139008&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wrestlinginc.com%2Fnews%2F2020%2F06%2Fmore-promotions-sever-ties-with-talent-following-speakingout-671589%2F

https://twitter.com/SwoleWorld/status/1273775117080973313?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1273775117080973313&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wrestlinginc.com%2Fnews%2F2020%2F06%2Fmore-promotions-sever-ties-with-talent-following-speakingout-671589%2F

https://twitter.com/tuckerwwe/status/1273786931160080385?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1273786931160080385&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wrestlinginc.com%2Fnews%2F2020%2F06%2Fmore-promotions-sever-ties-with-talent-following-speakingout-671589%2F

https://twitter.com/Shazza_McKenzie/status/1273875731177594880?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1273875731177594880&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wrestlinginc.com%2Fnews%2F2020%2F06%2Fmore-promotions-sever-ties-with-talent-following-speakingout-671589%2F

https://twitter.com/Sienna/status/1273736086012014598?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1273736086012014598&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wrestlinginc.com%2Fnews%2F2020%2F06%2Fmore-promotions-sever-ties-with-talent-following-speakingout-671589%2F

https://twitter.com/RealKeithLee/status/1273797945276747778?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1273797945276747778&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wrestlinginc.com%2Fnews%2F2020%2F06%2Fmore-promotions-sever-ties-with-talent-following-speakingout-671589%2F

Source: Wrestling Inc.

AEW Dynamite Preview 6/17/20

Tonight’s AEW Dynamite episode airs on TNT from Daily’s Place in Jacksonville, Florida.

* Hangman Page and Kenny Omega (c) vs. Dustin Rhodes and QT Marshall (AEW World Tag Team Championship)

* Cody (c) vs. TBA (AEW TNT Championship)

* Billy (with Austin Gunn) vs. MJF (with Wardlow)

* Sammy Guevara and Chris Jericho vs. Best Friends (with Orange Cassidy)

* Kip Sabian (with Penelope Ford) and Jimmy Havoc vs. Young Bucks

AEW Dynamite Preview 6/10/20

Tonight’s AEW Dynamite episode airs on TNT from Daily’s Place in Jacksonville.

* Chris Jericho returns to commentary

* FTR vs. The Butcher and The Blade

* Colt Cabana vs. Sammy Guevara

* Jake Hager, Santana, and Ortiz vs. The Best Friends and Orange Cassidy

* Cody (c) vs. Marq Quen (AEW TNT Championship)

* Hikaru Shida and Kris Statlander vs. Nyla Rose and Penelope Ford

Wrestling Legend “Mr. Wrestling II” Johnny Walker Passes Away

The legendary “Mr. Wrestling II” Johnny Walker has passed away at the age of 85.

The Cauliflower Alley Club announced on Twitter this morning that Walker passed away on Tuesday in Hawaii, where he lived.

Walker, who worked for WWE from 1984-1986 as his career was winding down, held numerous titles across the NWA, Deep South Wrestling, Championship Wrestling From Florida, Georgia Championship Wrestling, and others. He was inducted into the NWA Hall of Fame in 2012, the Pro Wrestling Hall of Fame in 2014, and the WCW Hall of Fame in 1993.

Below are statements on Walker from AEW, the CAC and the NWA:

https://twitter.com/CACReunion/status/1270713587946778625

https://twitter.com/nwa/status/1270694443541299205

https://twitter.com/AEWrestling/status/1270739249479012352

https://twitter.com/HighspotsWN/status/1270713730116931586

Source: Wrestling Inc.

Impact Wrestling Preview 6/9/20

The following is scheduled for tonight’s Impact on AXS TV:

* Sami Callihan vs. Michael Elgin vs. Ken Shamrock

* Impact Knockouts Championship: Jordynne Grace (c) vs. Taya Valkyrie

Backstage News On AEW Fyter Fest 2020

AEW announced this year’s Fyter Fest will take place over two nights on July 1 and July 8 on TNT at 8 pm ET. The card currently features AEW World Champion Jon Moxley versus Brian Cage. Also, Hangman Page and Kenny Omega will defend the AEW World Tag Team Titles against Best Friends (Chuck Taylor and Trent).

Fyter Fest will be taped on July 1 and July 2, so the first show is live and the second will be taped, according to the latest Wrestling Observer Radio.

Dave Meltzer reported pretty much everything from now until Fyter Fest is written out, and the event itself is being booked as a PPV. Matches will run longer in length and the thought is to put together a PPV quality event on TV over a two-week period. Every title is expected to be defended.

Meltzer also speculated since AEW is only doing four actual PPVs a year, they could do these type of shows to fill in the gaps a bit.

AEW’s next PPV, All Out, takes place on September 5 with a location yet to be announced.

 

Source: Wrestling Inc.

AEW Dynamite Preview 6/3/20

Tonight’s AEW Dynamite episode airs on TNT from Daily’s Place in Jacksonville, Florida.

* Cody (c) vs. Jungle Boy (AEW TNT Championship)

* Hangman Page and Kenny Omega (c) vs. Kip Sabian (with Penelope Ford) and Jimmy Havoc (AEW World Tag Team Championship)

* Brian Cage (with Taz) in action

* Nyla Rose vs. Big Swole

* Chris Jericho vs. Colt Cabana

* FTR sit-down interview with Tony Schiavone

Impact Wrestling Features Released WWE Superstars In Slammiversary PPV Promo Video

Impact Wrestling released a new Slammiversary PPV video Tuesday night which starts out with someone in a hood pouring a drink into a glass and watching a “You’re Fired breaking news report” about over 20 plus superstars released from contracts amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. 

The video shows brief clips of Eric Young, Luke Gallows, Karl Anderson, Rockstar Spud (Drake Maverick), Curt Hawkins, Mike Bennett, Maria Kanellis and EC3. There was also an apparent reference to Rusev as the Bulgarian flag was shown.

These wrestlers’ that appeared in the video are all under a 90-day non-compete clause with WWE so none of them can legally negotiate with another promotion until early July.

It should be noted, however, that each wrestlers’ non-compete clauses expire just a few days before the Slammiversary pay-per-view.

This year’s IMPACT Slammiversary takes place, live Sunday, July 18.  A location for the event has yet to be announced.

 

UPDATE:

Drake Maverick has re-signed with WWE.

Impact Wrestling Preview 6/2/20

The following is scheduled for tonight’s Impact on AXS TV:

* Tag Team #1 Contender’s match: The Rascalz vs. TJP and Fallah Bahh

* Kiera Hogan and Tasha Steelz vs. Kylie Rae and Susie

* Crazzy Steve vs. Joseph P. Ryan w/oVe at ringside

* Madison Rayne and Johnny Swinger host episode of Locker Room Talk with guest Chris Bey

* #1 Contender’s Final for the impact World Title: Ace Austin vs. Trey