Category: Wrestling News

Al Snow Tag Team Comedy Featuring David Vox Mullen Coming To Premier Streaming Network

The following press release was issued:

Al Snow Tag Team Comedy Featuring David Vox Mullen Coming to Premier Streaming Network

Comedy special available on PSN beginning on June 30th

Former World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) superstar and current co-owner of Ohio Valley Wrestling (OVW), Al Snow and the multi-talented comedian, actor, singer/song writer David Vox Mullen have put their creative minds together to bring a hilarious new comedy special to Premier Streaming Network (PSN). Produced by Under The L Productions, in association with Premier Studios, Al Snow Tag Team Comedy featuring David Vox Mullen will be the first comedy special on PSN and will be available on Friday, June 30th at 8:00 p.m./EST.

The hour-long show, recorded at Zanies Comedy Club in Chicago and directed by Danny Reyes, blends outrageous stories from Snow’s time in the world of professional wrestling, along with Vox’s impressions and improv instincts for a one-of-kind special that will have viewers declaring Snow and Vox comedy’s tag team champions.

“I figured I’d give comedy a shot,” said Snow. “I mean, I was literally able to convince millions of people that I could knock another human being out with a plastic head.”

“This is a dream come true,” said Vox. “I remember watching Monday Night Raw during the Attitude Era, and watching a superstar that had so much charisma, such comedic timing, and that superstar was The Rock. But Al Snow was also on that show.”

“The Al Snow Tag Team Comedy special is the perfect fit for PSN,” said Josh Shernoff, Vice President, Programming and Creative Development at PSN. “This special serves as a seamless bridge between our well-established pro wrestling offerings and the exciting direction Premier Streaming Network and Premier Studios are heading in the entertainment space. This special really showcases our commitment to bringing innovative and engaging content to our audience.”

The Al Snow Tag Team Comedy featuring David Vox Mullen will be part of the Premier+ subscription, or can be purchased as a separate event for $11.99.

“Being both a wrestling fan and a fan of all things entertainment, Premier Streaming Network was by far the absolute perfect choice to produce this special,” added Vox.

“We are thrilled to be working with Al and David as we expand our existing Premier Streaming Network offerings into the comedy and entertainment space,” said Paul Owen, President at PSN. “Tag Team Comedy is a great way to showcase what PSN and Premier Studios can do and we’re looking forward to fans enjoying the special.”

Premier Streaming Network is available on a full suite of platforms and devices including Web, iOS and Android mobile web and desktop, Chromecast, Android TV, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Roku, and many Smart TV’s.

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Source: PWMania

Wrestling Legend Stan Lane Proves He’s Not Congresswoman Lauren Boebert’s Father

The worlds of politics and professional wrestling continue to be linked in the most bizarre ways, with the most recent being the paternity of Colorado Congresswoman Lauren Boebert. In the past, both Boebert and her mother have accused retired pro wrestler “Sweet” Stan Lane of being the congresswoman’s estranged father. These accusations have now been disproven, with a press release given to PWInsider on behalf of Stane Lane saying that a DNA test has shown that he is not the father of the politician.

This conclusion comes after years of turmoil between both parties, one that Lane elaborated on in his press release. “We went through the legal system and completed a court-ordered paternity test. I was declared not to be the father and the case was dismissed,” The former NWA star explained, “In spite of the court verdict, the mother of [Lauren Boebert] has continued to stick to her original claim.”

Eventually, Lane allowed the congresswoman to oversee another DNA test herself, confirming, once again, that the former pro wrestler was not her father. “Once we both reviewed the results Lauren and I agreed that this matter is settled, and I accepted Lauren’s apology on behalf of herself and her mother,” Lane concluded.

Lane expressed his desire to return to his quiet life as a retired performer coming out of this situation. As a pro wrestler, “Sweet” Stan Lane was best known for his proficiency as a tag team competitor, with many wrestling fans knowing him for his time as a part of The Fabulous Ones with Steve Keirn and The Midnight Express with Bobby Eaton. However, Lane’s tag team success wasn’t confined to just two partners. Throughout his career, the wrestling legend celebrated 35 tag team championship reigns with six different partners across the United States.

Source: Wrestling Inc.

WWE Announces Multi-Year Partnership Deal With Streaming Platform Twitch

WWE announced this morning that they’ve entered into a multi-year partnership with online streaming platform Twitch. As part of that partnership, WWE will re-introduce its official channel, set to feature “live and exclusive content” with WWE stars. Additionally, the channel will stream a “companion sidecast” to “WWE Raw,” set to debut alongside tonight’s episode. The stream will alternate between different hosts and will include appearances from WWE stars, providing a behind-the-scenes look at “Raw” on a weekly basis.

The company announced that its Twitch channel will also stream all premium live event press conferences and “other live productions.” The company’s press conferences will continue to stream on other platforms as well, namely YouTube.

In the past, Twitch has been a source of controversy for WWE. Back in 2020, the company instructed talent to deactivate their Twitch accounts before then offering a deal that allowed performers to continue streaming — as long as they shared a cut of the revenue with WWE. This past April, an agreement between WWE and Twitch allowed talent to get back on the platform with few restrictions, and it seems this new partnership is a continuation of that relationship.

Even prior to the April announcement, a number of WWE stars have gradually returned to the Amazon-owned platform, including Drew Gulak, Dakota Kai, Zelina Vega, and Xavier Woods. It remains to be seen if other WWE stars who stopped streaming, such as AJ Styles, could return, or if the new partnership will introduce new talent to the streaming landscape.

WWE issued the following: 

WWE® Announces Multi-Year Partnership With Twitch

Official Monday Night RAW Sidecast on Twitch Launches Today

–(BUSINESS WIRE)– WWE® (NYSE: WWE) today announced a multi-year partnership with Twitch that will see the return of the official WWE channel and popular WWE Superstar channels, featuring live and exclusive content.

In addition to the launch of the channel, WWE will debut today a companion sidecast to Monday Night RAW, bringing the WWE Universe behind the scenes and closer to the in-ring action. The weekly viewing experience will be led by a rotating cast of hosts and will regularly feature appearances by WWE Superstars, unique and exclusive content such as backstage interviews, and more. Viewers can stream the sidecast live every Monday beginning at 8 p.m. ET via https://www.twitch.tv/wwe or the Twitch App.

Additionally, the official WWE channel will be home to other live productions and will serve as an alternate live streaming feed for all of WWE’s premium live event press conferences.

Alicia Fox Ready To Return To The Ring

Former WWE Diva’s Champion Alicia Fox, 36, (real name Victoria Crawford) recently indicated she is no longer working for WWE. Fox had a 17-year run in WWE and last appeared at the 2022 Royal Rumble premium live event.

MuscleManMalcolm was recently interviewing Melina. Alicia Fox popped in to say hello. As Melina and Fox were talking, Fox said that she is not done in the ring and that she has been in contact with Booker T who runs Reality of Wrestling. She also noted that she is going to knock off some ring, rust. She then went on to say that she never said that she is done and that “the machine” said she was done.

“This is what I’m gonna do, I’m ready to go knock some ring dust off with Booker (T). Yeah, and then go work a program — the machine said that (I was done). I never said that. Girl, this appearance has been eye-opening but the whole time I’m like, I never said that, I didn’t put my face on that alumni, I didn’t do that. I never said that, I never said that. My bags are still packed, I’m still pissed about it. So this is what I’m thinking, so I talked to Booker and Sharmell (Huffman) and I was like, okay, and then we’ll go knock at Trin’s house and then we’ll go knock at Sasha’s house and then, everyone’s like yeah, right? If that’s the forbidden door. Is it?… Okay then, well that’s the plan.“

MuscleManMalcolm chatted with Melina at the Baltimore Celebfest with a special first time appearance from Alicia Fox since leaving WWE. Melina was emotional talking about Zelina Vega’s entrance at Backlash, her return to the ring and more.

Source: WrestleView

Quote Source: Post Wrestling

Cassie Lee (Peyton Royce) Returning To The Ring With World Series Wrestling

Cassie Lee – former WWE Women’s Tag Team Champion Peyton Royce – will be returning to the ring later this year. Australia’s World Series Wrestling promotion has confirmed that Lee will be a part of their Full Throttle shows in Melbourne, Adelaide, Perth, Brisbane, and Sydney in October. The Australian-born wrestler seemingly revealed on social media that she would be wrestling on the tour. She wrote, “Let’s grapple! @WSWWrestlingAUS.” Lee posted those words along with a GIF saying “I’m back in the game.” 

Lee’s most recent match came in April 2022 on Impact Wrestling’s Countdown to Rebellion show, where she and former IIconics teammate Jessie McKay — formerly Billie Kay in WWE — unsuccessfully challenged The Influence’s Tenille Dashwood and Madison Rayne for the Impact Knockouts Tag Team Championship. A few days after that title clash, Lee and Kay announced that they would be stepping away from the ring. Later that summer, Lee and AEW’s Shawn Spears – real name Ronnie William Arneill — revealed that they were expecting their first child. The married couple welcomed their son Austin Jay Arneill to the world earlier this year. 

Lee began her pro wrestling career in February 2009. She signed for WWE in April 2015 following a tryout in Australia. Lee debuted as Royce on “WWE NXT” later that year before moving to the main roster with IIconics partner Kay in April 2018. The duo went on to capture the WWE Women’s Tag Team Championship at WrestleMania 35 in a Fatal Four-Way match. Lee and Kay joined Impact Wrestling a few months after being released from their WWE contracts in April 2021. The pair departed Impact the following year after announcing their decision to step away from the ring indefinitely. 

Source: Wrestling Inc.

Important Update: Changes to Wrestling News Blog’s Twitter Presence

Dear wrestling enthusiasts, I wanted to take a moment to address an important change regarding Wrestling News Blog’s presence on Twitter. Unfortunately, due to recent modifications in Twitter’s sharing policies, we find ourselves with limited options moving forward. In light of these circumstances, we have made the difficult decision to no longer share content directly to the official Wrestling News Blog Twitter account.

However, I have some good news for you. To ensure that you continue to receive the latest updates, breaking news, and insightful analysis, I encourage you to follow me, John Bass, on my personal Twitter account, @bassjohn13. While this change is out of our control, it is the easiest solution for me to maintain direct communication with all of you, the dedicated fans of Wrestling News Blog.

By following me on Twitter, you will still have access to the same high-quality content you’ve come to expect from Wrestling News Blog. I will continue to provide you with timely news, engaging discussions, and my personal perspectives on the wrestling industry. Although it is disappointing to discontinue sharing content from the official account, I am committed to delivering the same level of dedication and passion to you through my personal platform.

Additionally, I want to emphasize that our website, Wrestling News Blog, remains your go-to source for comprehensive articles, in-depth coverage, and all things wrestling. We are steadfast in our commitment to delivering the latest news, exclusive interviews, and thought-provoking editorials on the website. Our dedication to providing you with top-notch wrestling content remains unwavering.

I understand that change can be challenging, and I want to express my gratitude for your continued support throughout this transition. The wrestling community is a tight-knit one, and it is my hope that by following me on my personal Twitter account, we can maintain the sense of connection and engagement that has made Wrestling News Blog special.

Please note that this decision was not made lightly. We genuinely value our followers and want to ensure that you have access to the content you enjoy. Moving forward, I will do my best to keep you informed, entertained, and engaged in the world of professional wrestling through my personal Twitter account.

Thank you for your understanding and ongoing support. Together, let’s navigate this change and continue to celebrate our shared love for the sport we all hold dear.

Sincerely, John Bass Wrestling News Blog Contributor

Dark Side Of The Ring Season Four Broadcast Schedule

The fourth season of VICE TV’s “Dark Side of the Ring” will debut on May 30 at 10:00 PM EST.

Evan Husney and Jason Eisener will return as the executive directors. Here is the current broadcast schedule for the new season: 

Tuesday 5/30: Chris Candido & Tammy Sytch.

Tuesday 6/6: Magnum TA

Tuesday 6/13: Adrian Adonis

Tuesday 6/20: Doink the Clown

Tuesday 6/27: The Junkyard Dog

Tuesday 7/4: Marty Jannetty

Tuesday 7/11: Bam Bam Bigelow

Tuesday 7/18: Abdullah the Butcher.

Tuesday 7/25: Bash at the Beach 2000

Tuesday 8/1: The Graham Family

VICE Media Has Filed For Bankruptcy

VICE Media, which is the parent company of Vice TV that airs Dark Side of the Ring, Tales of the Territories, and other wrestling-related programming, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy today in New York. 

This is in an attempt to make a sale of the company easier. The 24-page filing noted that a sale of the company for $225 million, including all assets and current liabilities, is expected to be completed within the next several months.

The new buyers will be a group consisting of Fortress Credit Corporation, Soros Fund Management, and Monroe Capital.

Source: eWrestlingNews

The 12 Competitors For WWE World Heavyweight Championship Tournament Revealed

We now know the 12 competitors who will be taking part in the upcoming WWE World Heavyweight Championship Tournament, which begins on tonight’s episode of RAW.

The tournament will feature six Superstars from RAW, and six from SmackDown.

Raw

  • Cody Rhodes
  • Damian Priest
  • The Miz
  • Finn Balor
  • Seth Rollins
  • Shinsuke Nakamura

SmackDown

  • Edge
  • Rey Mysterio
  • AJ Styles
  • Sheamus
  • Austin Theory
  • Bobby Lashley

Kimber Lee Announces Retirement From Pro Wrestling

Kimber Lee took to Twitter this weekend to announce that she’s retiring from the professional wrestling business and is planning to go back to using her real name – Kimberly Frankele. Lee wrote,

“The goodbye that I thought would never come. The mistress that has overtaken my life for the past 15 years. At times, wrestling was the greatest thing that ever happened to me. I have been to places and I have gotten to see things that I never would have dreamed of in my lifetime. But at the same time, there comes a point in everyone’s life where things just cannot continue in the same fashion that they have, because circumstances and goals evolve and change.

I know that I am coming completely from left field for some of you, and that is understandable as have been rallying as if a comeback is on the way. But that is not the case. I have been deeply working on myself this past year, coming to terms with some very harsh realities, and learning a lot about myself and who I am in the process.

I originally thought that this was just going to be a break from wrestling. That after some time I would be ready to put my heart into this again and come back better than I have ever been before. But the thing is, the more I think about it, the more I come to realize that my heart is not in this anymore. Kimber Lee brings me instant heartache and anxiety, not the butterflies and joy that once was. There are too many painful wounds that come with going back into this world, and I am not willing to give those wounds my power or dominion over my life anymore.

With that being said, I will no longer be. Taking active bookings for the foreseeable future. Kimber is going to step away from the squared circle, and Kimberly Frankele is going out into the world, ready to become something amazing. I know I am being called into my healing abilities, and will be continuing to step forward in that space and I would love to have as many of you as I can along for that journey. When you close one door, you give yourself the opportunity to open up any new door you choose. I have lives to change and heal, and this is my first official step into my true self.

As the real me. love you all so much, and with this, the Princess takes her final bow.
Let the curtain fall…

https://twitter.com/Kimber_Lee90/status/1654991741164965889

Source: eWrestlingNews