Tuesday, December 21, 2010
Report: RAW & SD! Brand Crossover To Increase
-- As reported earlier, some WWE SmackDown! performers have been called to appear at tonight's WWE RAW and vice versa for this week since the two shows will air on consecutive days on the USA Network. Expect more brand crossover in the months going forward as according to current creative plans, the separation of brands will be on the back burner through WrestleMania.
Royal Rumble Main Event?, + Morrison-WWE Backstage Update
The main event of the WWE Royal Rumble PPV is expected to be John Morrison challenging The Miz for the WWE title.
Many people within the company were discussing John Morison's performance at the PPV. Many noted that it was a star making performance, but also that it will not matter unless WWE management chooses to actually get behind him with a serious push.
Booker T & Wife Backstage At TLC PPV
-- According to Jim Ross (http://www.JRSBARBQ.com), former world champion Booker T, his wife Sharmell and their twins were backstage last night at the TLC PPV. Ross had posted the following… Early start out of H-Town. Good seeing Booker T, wife Sharmell & their infant twins @ the arena Sun. Beautiful babies & mom/dad doing well.
Original Finish For Divas Table Match At TLC
-- The conclusion to last night's Divas Tag Team Tables Match between Michelle McCool & Layla and Beth Phoenix & Natalya reportedly went as planned as the table used in the bout was tested beforehand to make sure that it would not break when the Divas Champion shoved Lay-Cool off the turnbuckle. Natalya then splashed them to break the table, giving her and Phoenix the win.
The Original Finish For Intercontinental Title Match At TLC
-- The planned conclusion for the Intercontinental Championship Match at last night's WWE TLC: Tables, Ladders & Chairs pay-per-view was for Dolph Ziggler to catch the belt when it slipped from the grasp of Kofi Kingston and Jack Swagger. Instead, Ziggler picked the belt up after it had fallen to the mat.
Former WWE Diva Tiffany Backtracks Casting Couch Remark
Taryn Terrell (a/k/a Tiffany) noted the following yesterday on Twitter when asked if she would return to her former employer, World Wrestling Entertainment:
"No...if I have to sleep with people in power to keep or continue progressing in my job, I'd rather be poor."
She backtracked her remarks Sunday, saying it wasn't about WWE or anyone in particular, but rather a generalized statement of companies she's worked for. That's interesting as the question that was asked directly referred to a WWE return and that was her reply. There's obviously a reason why she's backtracked and it should be obvious to all of you.
"I'm deleting a certain text because it's being taken the wrong way," she wrote. "It was certainly not talking about anyone or any incident. Just that I've worked many jobs in which the casting couch has existed and I refuse to ever take part in that. so it was a generalized statement of companies I've worked for, which none of you know what companies they were; and It was not about wwe. so I apologize if it was taken out of context and reads differently than what I meant."
Meanwhile, former WWE talent Shelly Martinez (a/k/a Ariel) gave her take on Terrell's initial remark being deemed 'shocking'.
"For the record I do not think Tiffany's response was shocking," she wrote on Twitter. "Simply reality."
"No...if I have to sleep with people in power to keep or continue progressing in my job, I'd rather be poor."
She backtracked her remarks Sunday, saying it wasn't about WWE or anyone in particular, but rather a generalized statement of companies she's worked for. That's interesting as the question that was asked directly referred to a WWE return and that was her reply. There's obviously a reason why she's backtracked and it should be obvious to all of you.
"I'm deleting a certain text because it's being taken the wrong way," she wrote. "It was certainly not talking about anyone or any incident. Just that I've worked many jobs in which the casting couch has existed and I refuse to ever take part in that. so it was a generalized statement of companies I've worked for, which none of you know what companies they were; and It was not about wwe. so I apologize if it was taken out of context and reads differently than what I meant."
Meanwhile, former WWE talent Shelly Martinez (a/k/a Ariel) gave her take on Terrell's initial remark being deemed 'shocking'.
"For the record I do not think Tiffany's response was shocking," she wrote on Twitter. "Simply reality."
Sunday, December 19, 2010
Was Beth Phoenix Injured At TLC?, TLC Live Notes
-- Beth Phoenix took a nasty bump out of the ring during the Divas table match at the Tables, Ladders and Chairs Pay-Per-View. Word is that Beth wasn't injured during the bump and is okay.
-- Daniel Bryan with Bella Twins defeated Ted DiBiase with Maryse in a dark match prior to the WWE TLC PPV. Bryan picked up the win in about five minutes with a LeBell lock.
-- Daniel Bryan with Bella Twins defeated Ted DiBiase with Maryse in a dark match prior to the WWE TLC PPV. Bryan picked up the win in about five minutes with a LeBell lock.
Melina Has A New Look w/ Short Hair (Pic)
-- Michael Cole's will be playing a heel referee at RAW tapings for dark matches starting tomorrow night.
-- WWE Diva Melina cut her hair short yesterday. Here is a photo of her new do.
-- WWE Diva Melina cut her hair short yesterday. Here is a photo of her new do.
Scott Hall Causes Disturbance At Gas Station
Former WWE talent Scott Hall recently caused a disturbance at a gas station near his Chuluota, Florida residence which resulted in police being summoned.
However, he was not arrested.
However, he was not arrested.
Tiffany's Shocking Answer To A WWE Return Question
Recently released WWE Diva Taryn Terrell (a/k/a Tiffany) answered a number of questions from fans yesterday on her Twitter account. When asked if she thought she’d ever return to World Wrestling Entertainment, she remarked the following:
“No…if I have to sleep with people in power to keep or continue progressing in my job, I’d rather be poor,” she replied.
According to a backstage source, the only reason she landed the role of ECW General Manager despite having less than stellar verbal ability was due to management’s “favoritism” towards her.
Terrell later clarified her remark, noting she was not referring to former colleague Michelle McCool, who is married fellow WWE Superstar The Undertaker.
“No my tweet was not about Michelle,” Terrell clarified. “She gained her success and talent on her own, it honestly is mean that anyone would accuse her otherwise. If you are not there or in the locker room with her, it’s completely unfair to say that about her. She is talented and creative and patient and I have a ton of respect for her.”
“No…if I have to sleep with people in power to keep or continue progressing in my job, I’d rather be poor,” she replied.
According to a backstage source, the only reason she landed the role of ECW General Manager despite having less than stellar verbal ability was due to management’s “favoritism” towards her.
Terrell later clarified her remark, noting she was not referring to former colleague Michelle McCool, who is married fellow WWE Superstar The Undertaker.
“No my tweet was not about Michelle,” Terrell clarified. “She gained her success and talent on her own, it honestly is mean that anyone would accuse her otherwise. If you are not there or in the locker room with her, it’s completely unfair to say that about her. She is talented and creative and patient and I have a ton of respect for her.”
Backstage Update - Rhino's TNA Future?, Mickie James
– On the November 18 edition of iMPACT!, Rhino explained that Eric Bischoff had agreed to re–sign him as long as he turned on the rest of EV 2.0. The following week Dreamer defeated Rhino in a Street Fight. After the match Rhino attacked Dreamer, but was then chased away by Rob Van Dam, who challenged him to a First Blood match at Final Resolution, which RVD ended up winning. On the following iMPACT! episode, Bischoff refused to give him a contract and had Fortune and Immortal remove him from the arena.
It was legitimately meant as his final appearance with the organization. Company officials wanted to re-sign him, but both sides couldn’t agree to terms as he was looking for guaranteed money. The deal, however, is open ended in the sense that he could return if he agrees to their terms.
– ESPN.com profiled Mickie James yesterday on their “Page 2″ section. She discussed synergizing her foray into the country music world with her wrestling career.
“I tried to make a beautiful marriage out of the two [careers], and I think TNA gives me the opportunity to do that,” she said. “But it’s not a gimmick, and I’m not some novelty act.”
She was also asked if she was scared jumping 20 feet off a cage into rival Tara.
“Of course I was scared,” James said. “I said to myself, ‘Oh, this is amazing. Please don’t get hurt. Please don’t get hurt.’”
It was legitimately meant as his final appearance with the organization. Company officials wanted to re-sign him, but both sides couldn’t agree to terms as he was looking for guaranteed money. The deal, however, is open ended in the sense that he could return if he agrees to their terms.
– ESPN.com profiled Mickie James yesterday on their “Page 2″ section. She discussed synergizing her foray into the country music world with her wrestling career.
“I tried to make a beautiful marriage out of the two [careers], and I think TNA gives me the opportunity to do that,” she said. “But it’s not a gimmick, and I’m not some novelty act.”
She was also asked if she was scared jumping 20 feet off a cage into rival Tara.
“Of course I was scared,” James said. “I said to myself, ‘Oh, this is amazing. Please don’t get hurt. Please don’t get hurt.’”
'Cookie' & 'The Situation' Get Friendly, Hernandez-TNA Update
-- "The Situation" seems to know that all's fair in the ring and isn't holding any grudges. The Jersey Shore star ran into TNA's Cookie at his Christmas party for his protein-infused vodka drink, where Cookie was bartending, and the two hit it off. Cookie, of course, had an encounter with J-Woww on an October episode of iMPACT!. She and "The Situation" hung out for a while took a picture together. No word on whether this is a new angle development or a legit random encounter. TMZ.com has the story.
-- Hernandez remains under contract to TNA Wrestling as his expiring deal rolled over. Company officials are looking to bring him back from AAA soon.
-- Magnus, who returned to TNA iMPACT! during Thursday's broadcast, mentioned to Douglas Williams that his manager, Chelsea, is "done." He added that women in wrestling don't work. No word yet if she is legitimately through with the company.
-- Hernandez remains under contract to TNA Wrestling as his expiring deal rolled over. Company officials are looking to bring him back from AAA soon.
-- Magnus, who returned to TNA iMPACT! during Thursday's broadcast, mentioned to Douglas Williams that his manager, Chelsea, is "done." He added that women in wrestling don't work. No word yet if she is legitimately through with the company.
The Reason MVP Was Released By WWE, Backstage News
-- WWE Talent Relations head John Laurinaitis was told this past week that a lot of wrestlers are working hurt and if they aren't given time off, more serious injuries will incur.
-- Since parting ways with WWE a few weeks ago, MVP is generally looking to work in Europe and Japan. He wanted to leave the organization because he felt he wasn't being used well and was tired of being buried. Management indicated to him that he left on good terms and would be welcome back, providing he doesn't join TNA Wrestling. Many believe he won't join TNA, at least for the time being, as to not upset WWE. We shall see though.
-- Since parting ways with WWE a few weeks ago, MVP is generally looking to work in Europe and Japan. He wanted to leave the organization because he felt he wasn't being used well and was tired of being buried. Management indicated to him that he left on good terms and would be welcome back, providing he doesn't join TNA Wrestling. Many believe he won't join TNA, at least for the time being, as to not upset WWE. We shall see though.
How Old Are Steve Austin, RVD, Kiyoshi & Trish Stratus?
-- Both Steve Austin and Trish Stratus celebrated birthdays yesterday. "Stone Cold" turned 46 years old while the former WWE Women's Champion turned 35.
-- Kiyoshi celebrated his 32nd birthday Friday while Eric Young turned 31 on Wednesday.
-- Rob Van Dam celebrated his 40th birthday yesterday.
-- Kiyoshi celebrated his 32nd birthday Friday while Eric Young turned 31 on Wednesday.
-- Rob Van Dam celebrated his 40th birthday yesterday.
2 TNA Knockouts Removed From Roster, Kidman-Twitter
-- As noted earlier here on the website, TNA has not signed UK wrestler Johnny Moss to a contract. He has solely agreed to wrestle Jeff Jarrett at an upcoming TNA event in London.
-- TNA Wrestling star Shannon Moore confirmed that Billy Kidman, who works for WWE in a backstage capacity, has an account on Twitter. His account can be reached at twitter.com/realkidman.
-- Both Taylor Wilde and Hamada have been removed from the roster page of the official TNA Wrestling website, confirmed their rumored departures from the organization.
Wilde's contract expired while Hamada opted to part ways with the company after returning to Japan in October.
Meanwhile, Winter has been added to the roster page.
-- TNA Wrestling star Shannon Moore confirmed that Billy Kidman, who works for WWE in a backstage capacity, has an account on Twitter. His account can be reached at twitter.com/realkidman.
-- Both Taylor Wilde and Hamada have been removed from the roster page of the official TNA Wrestling website, confirmed their rumored departures from the organization.
Wilde's contract expired while Hamada opted to part ways with the company after returning to Japan in October.
Meanwhile, Winter has been added to the roster page.
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