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  • WWE NXT Season 3 Roster Revealed: All Divas (Pictures)

    On Tuesday’s NXT Season 2 finale, we got a look at the Season 3 roster – which will be all Divas.

    Here’s the full roster of rookies for NXT Season 3:

    • Naomi Knight (Pro: Kelly Kelly)
    • Maxine (Pro: Alicia Fox)
    • AJ Lee (Pro: Primo)
    • Aksana (Pro: Goldust)
    • Jamie Keyes (Pros: The Bella Twins)
    • Aloisia (Pro: Vikcie Guerrero)

    Namomi Night is the current FCW Divas Champion.

    Maxine is FCW performer Liviana.

    Aksana is an FCW performer.

    Jamie is FCW performer Jamie Keys.

    Here are pictures of those ladies:

    Last but (literally) not least – Aloisia is the 6-foot-9 indy performer Isis The Amazon that we reported has been at WWE Developmental in recent weeks.

    Read More: Giant 6-Foot-9 Diva At WWE Developmental (Pictures)

  • Kaval Wins NXT Season 2: Earns Title Shot & Roster Spot

    On Tuesday’s NXT season finale, Kaval was announced as the winner of WWE’s NXT season 2.

    Alex Riley was the first rookie to be eliminated on the Season finale and it came down to Michael McGillicutty and Kaval.

    Kaval has earned a shot at the WWE Championship on pay-per-view and a spot on either the RAW or SmackDown rosters.

    As Kaval was celebrating his win, the other Season 2 rushed the ring and attacked him. The Pros from this season came down and brawled with them. It turned into a NXT 2 Rookies vs. NXT 2 Pros with Kaval brawl. Riley and McGillicutty came back down to work over Kaval. The show ended with Riley, McGillicutty, Husky Harris, Titus O’Neil and Lucky Cannon beating Kaval down in the ring with their finishers.

    Season 3 will start next week and will be an all-divas cast.

    Read More: WWE NXT Season 3 Roster Revealed: All Divas (Pictures)

  • RAW Rating, Randy Orton Injured, HBK Update, Katie Vick

    – Monday’s 900th episode of WWE’s Monday Night RAW scored a 3.5 cable rating. The show averaged 5.05 million viewers did hours of 3.35 and 3.64. These numbers are up from last week’s show.

    – Randy Orton was scheduled to wrestle in the dark main event after RAW last night against Sheamus and John Cena but was replaced as a precautionary measure as he suffered a stinger this weekend. Orton was replaced by The Undertaker.

    – Because of the mention by CM Punk on RAW last night, Katie Vick has been trending on Google all day. As noted earlier, the name was trending worldwide on Twitter last night during RAW.

    – Retired WWE star Shawn Michaels and his wife Rebecca will be on The Experience with Weston & Jodi Clark again on the Sportsman Channel and the Pursuit Channel, tonight at 8pm EST.

  • Cena Doesn’t Like UFC & Won’t Let His Kids Watch

    WWE RAW star John Cena was interviewed this week by The Boston Globe and said despite its growing popularity, he’s not a fan of UFC and mixed martial arts.  “It’s just not something that particularly interests me,’’ Cena said. “UFC is where boxing was years ago, and I was never really into boxing, either.’’

    Cena says he prefers pro wrestling because it’s “regulated entertainment that’s safe for anyone to enjoy.’’

    As for UFC … “It is what it is. It can be pretty over the top, and it’s not something I’d want my children to watch.’’

    Cena also spoke about his new movie “Legendary,” co-starring Patricia Clarkson and Danny Glover. Cena has played action hero tough-guy roles in  “The Marine” and “12 Rounds,” but plays a sensitive character in Legendary. “I’m used to dodging bullets and explosions. And this is more of a dramatic piece.’’

    Despite making a few movies already, Cena admits he’s still “fairly inexperienced when it comes to cinematic acting’’ but hopes to continue his acting career.”

  • Tyler Black Confirms He’s Leaving ROH For WWE (Video)

    Reigning Ring of Honor World champion Tyler Black announced on this week’s ROH on HDNet show that the rumors are true – he’s heading to WWE.

    During an interview segment with Jim Cornette, Black confirms there was a bidding war for his services and everybody knows – you can’t outbid a billionaire from Connecticut. What would happen if he made history and became the first World champion from another promotion to show up on WWE RAW? How much would he be worth then? Check it out:

  • WWE Unifying All Major Titles, Team 3D To WWE? More

    — Creative plans as of Monday night was for WWE to unify all of its championships within the next year. There would be one World Championship, one Tag Team Championship, the Intercontinental Championship, and one Women’s title. It is said that a WWE/World Title Unification Match will take place at next year’s WrestleMania.

    — It is said that the chances of Team 3D returning to WWE are slim because Senior Vice President of Talent Relations John Laurinaitis in particular hates Brother Ray. While ‘everyone loves D-Von’, but it’s not enough to bring back the duo due to all of Ray’s baggage.

    — The Undertaker, Bret Hart, Chris Jericho and Katie Vick trended last night on Twitter during Raw.

  • Jericho Declines DWTS Invite, Officials Upset With Divas, More

    — Chris Jericho said on his Twitter account Monday night that he was asked to be a contestant in the new season of Dancing with the Stars but declined due to scheduling conflicts. He added he hopes to be a part of the show in the future.

    — WWE officials were reportedly upset with some of its female performers following the company’s recent tour in California, which resulted in the suspension of Taryn Terrell (a/k/a Tiffany) and the release of Serena. It is said that there was “too much drama” amongst the Divas during its West Coast tour. (source: f4wonline.com)

    — WWE will tape this week’s episodes of Friday Night SmackDown as well as the season two finale of NXT finale tonight from the Times Union Center in Albany, New York. No matches have been announced for SmackDown but The Undertaker vs. Kane is being locally advertised.

  • What Happened After Monday’s RAW Went Off The Air

    Following tonight’s edition of WWE Raw from the TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts, Sheamus defeated The Undertaker and John Cena to retain the WWE Championship in a steel cage match in the dark match main event. Undertaker used the Hell’s Gate submission hold on Cena.

    After the match, Kane ran out followed by The Nexus. Kane and The Undertaker fought while The Nexus attacked Cena. MVP, Mark Henry, John Morrison, Evan Bourne and Matt Hardy (who was selling a limp) made the save.

    After the other four members of The Nexus were taken out, everyone hit their finishers on Wade Barrett to end the taping and send the crowd home happy.

  • NXT Season 3 News, Title Unification Match At NOC & More

    – It was announced on Monday’s 900th RAW that Divas Champion Melina will face one half of the self-proclaimed “Co-Women’s Champions,” Team Lay-Cool, at Night of Champions in a match that will unify the Women’s and Divas titles. The entire WWE Divas roster will be ringside as lumberjacks for the match.

    – There is talk that WWE may announce NXT season 3’s roster on this week’s season 2 finale. As of a few weeks ago, the plan was to have four male wrestlers and four female wrestlers for season 3.

    – Two matches were taped for this week’s episode of WWE Superstars prior to Monday’s RAW: Ted DiBiase (with Maryse) vs. Goldust and Santino Marella vs. Jimmy Uso (with Tamina and Jey Uso).

    – Among those sitting at ringside for Monday’s Raw is John Cena’s father, John Cena, Sr., and his cousin, rapper Trademarc.

    – MVP addressed some rumors on his Twitte and noted that he has a new project coming up with John Cena. MVP wrote:

    “A) my name is not Alvin Burke B) I’m not working on a “rapper” gimmick! C) My new intro will debut soon with me & Cenas project to follow.”

  • Hell in a Cell Poster, WWE Event Canceled, New Talent

    — The promotional poster for WWE’s Hell in the Cell pay-per-view event has been released and it features a drawing of The Undertaker. The poster is available here.

    The second annual Hell in the Cell will take place on October 3, 2010 at the American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas.

    — The WWE Supershow in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada on October 17th, 2010 has been canceled. (Thanks to Devin Cutting)

    — WWE has signed UK wrestler Martin Stone to a developmental contract, reports PWInsider.com.

  • Giant 6-Foot-9 Diva At WWE Developmental (Pictures)

    WWE is currently negotiating to sign a woman would be the largest diva in company history.

    We’ve received word that WWE has signed or is close to signing female independent wrestler Isis The Amazon to a developmental deal.

    Isis is 6 foot 9 inches and besides indy wrestling, has done some modeling and acting work. Isis also has participated in a week-long evaluation at WWE’s FCW developmental territory.

    Isis has been in attendance at as many as two WWE developmental shows this month. A fan in attendance at this week’s show in Fort Myers, Florida says Isis had to ask FCW officials if it was okay to take photos with fans.

    To put Isis into perspective, she is just a few inches shorter than Big Show.

    For more on Isis the Amazon, visit here official website here.

    Here are some pictures of Isis The Amazon:

  • RAW 900 Preview, Bret Hart Appreciation Night, R-Truth

    – Tonight is a special night for WWE, as the company presents its 900th episode of Monday Night RAW live from the TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts. Stars from RAW and SmackDown are booked for the show. WWE Hall of Famer Bret Hart will also be there.

    No matches have been announced for tonight but Randy Orton vs. John Cena vs. Sheamus in a cage match for the WWE Title is being advertised locally as the dark match main event.

    – WWE has confirmed that their return to Madison Square Garden on September 25th with a SmackDown show will be Bret Hart Appreciation Night. This will be Bret’s first time at MSG in thirteen years. Bret is scheduled to team with The Hart Dynasty to take on three members of Nexus.  Other matches confirmed for the show include:

    * Kane vs. Undertaker
    * Cristian vs. Matt Hardy vs. Dolph Ziggler
    * Big Show vs. Jack Swagger
    * Kofi Kingston vs. CM Punk
    * MVP vs. Cody Rhodes
    * LyCool vs. Kelly Kelly & Rosa

    – R-Truth noted on Twitter recently that he’s still working on a new CD.

  • Meet Cena, Miz, Morrison, Kingston, Kane, Phoenix & More

    – John Cena will be signing copies of his Legendary DVD at midnight on Tuesday, September 28th at the Wal-Mart in Tampa, Florida on Lane O’ Lakes Boulevard. Fans must purchase a wristband to meet Cena.

    – The Miz will be appearing at Slackers CD’s & Games in St. Louis, Missouri on Saturday, September 18th from 4-6pm.

    – WWE Diva Beth Phoenix will be appearing at the Richmond County Fair in Staten Island, New York on Saturday, September 4th from 2-4pm.

    – John Morrison will be appearing at FYE in Chicago, IL on Sunday, September 19th from 11am until 1pm.

    – Kofi Kingston will be appearing at Kelly’s Sports Corner in Lake Grove, New York on Saturday, September 25th from 1-3pm.

    – Kane and The Miz will be appearing at Caroline’s on Broadway in New York City on Saturday, October 30th. The Miz will appear from 10am until 12pm and Kane will appear from 2-4pm.

  • Sound Off 123: What Happens Once The Graveyard Gets Full?

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    Solomonster missed Raw, but did see Dixie Carter’s husband get beat down on Impact, plus thoughts on the death of Luna Vachon, Serena released by WWE, Jake Roberts retires, Scott Hall vacations in rehab, a setback (and name) for the new Florida promotion, and a tearjerker of a shout out. That’ right, get the tissues ready!

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  • WWE Comments On Tiffany’s Arrest & Suspension

    Following the recent arrest of and reported suspension of WWE performer Tiffany (Taryn Tarrell), a spokeswoman for the  WWE confirmed to the UK’s Daily Record::

    “WWE are aware of the situation and have taken appropriate disciplinary action.”

    Tiffany was arrested on August 8th at a Los Angeles hotel when a dispute with her husband, WWE star Drew McIntyre, resulted in hotel security calling police.

    A WWE insider told the Daily Recrd, “Taryn has been kept off the shows to  give the authorities the required time to investigate. The bosses see it primarily as a personal issue but they have to keep a close eye on the legal  proceedings. If she is not charged with any wrongdoing, she will be welcomed back.”

    She is due in court this week in Los Angeles for a preliminary hearing. Her lawyer claims she’ll be completely vindicated.

    For those wondering, Tiffany and Drew McIntyre are still together so things seem to have been worked out between the two.

  • Orton Pulled From Match Sunday, Fans Brawl Over Cena T-Shirt

    — Randy Orton was dealing with a sore neck and shoulder following last night’s Raw live event in Wildwood, New Jersey, where he faced Sheamus in a Lumberjack Match with Nexus. He was therefore placed in a Six-Man Tag Team Match at today’s Raw live event in Newark, New Jersey so he could have a lighter workload.

    The advertised main event was a Steel Cage Match between Orton and Sheamus, while John Cena was scheduled for a Six-Man Tag Team Match against Nexus. An angle was conducted at the beginning of the show where Sheamus attacked Cena and Nexus attacked Chris Jericho, leading Orton and Daniel Bryan to perform a run-in.

    Orton sparingly wrestled during the match and did not perform the RKO. He did, however, strike Michael Tarver with a punt to the head in the aftermath of the bout.

    Orton’s injury is not immediately being considered serious, but he will likely have it checked out tomorrow.

    — A brawl broke out amongst fans at today’s Raw live event in Newark, New Jersey over a T-shirt John Cena had thrown to the crowd just before his Steel Cage Match with Sheamus.

    According to a fan who witnessed the incident, the melee lasted approximately 15 minutes before Prudential Center staff broken it up. The correspondent also noted that over 10 people were ejected from the arena and some children were hurt during the brawl.

    source: PWInsider.com

  • HBK Comments On 900 Raw, Identity Of Del Rio’s SD Opponent

    — Shawn Michaels said on on Twitter that he will not be on hand for tomorrow night’s 900th edition of Monday Night Raw.

    Responding to a fan’s query, Michaels wrote, “No I won’t b there. I have business elsewhere that day & Tue. sorry.”

    The former WWE Champion also said that he has turned down two movie roles, indicating he would rather be silly than serious.

    — Carlos Sanchez, who portrayed Alberto Del Rio’s opponent on Friday’s episode of SmackDown, was AAA star Alex Koslov.

    It was noted on last night’s episode of Wrestling Observer Radio that company officials are interested in signing the Moldovan-born grappler to a contract.

    — Thursday’s episode of WWE Superstars on WGN America scored a 0.59 cable rating, with 658,000 viewers. The midnight replay drew a 0.14 cable rating, with 128,000 viewers.

    — The WWE Magazine Superstar Yearbook Official Roster Special issue hits newsstands Tuesday. Every WWE Superstar and Diva is featured in what is being dubbed an official WWE program.

  • WWE Spokesperson Issues Statement On Tiffany’s Suspension

    A WWE spokesperson commented on the suspension of Tiffany (Taryn Terrell), wife of fellow wrestler Drew McIntyre, following her arrest earlier this month in Los Angeles, California.

    “WWE are aware of the situation and have taken appropriate disciplinary action,” the spokesperson told Scotland newspaper The Daily Record.

    The former Playboy model was suspended by WWE following her August 8 arrest. She is due in court this week in Los Angeles for a preliminary hearing.

  • Serena Comments On WWE Release, Miz Lands Magazine Cover

    — Serena issued the following statement on Twitter in light of her release from World Wrestling Entertainment, which was announced by the organization Friday:

    “To each and every one of my extraordinary fans, I would like to thank you for your love and support. The past year of my life has been an amazing journey. The people I’ve come to know will always be in my heart and the unique places I’ve been have shown me how beautiful the world is. I feel very blessed. I fell madly in love with pro wrestling when I was just 11 years old. I pursued my childhood dream with every ounce of passion I had and I couldn’t be more proud of where my career has gone so far. I am so excited about the future and continuing to become as great as I can be, hopefully inspiring others along the way. “Go confidently in the direction of your dreams. Live the life you have imagined”…Dreams do come true ?.. I love you all– Serena”

    — The Miz is featured on the cover of the October 2010 edition of WWE Magazine. To view it, click here.

    — The WWE Supershow in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada on October 16, 2010 has been canceled. Refunds will be available at the point of purchase starting September 3, 2010. (Thanks to Devin Cutting)

  • Layla’s Response Following Slam From “The Beautiful People”

    This week’s episode of TNA Wrestling’s new behind the scenes program ReACTION saw the recently reunited pairing of Angelina Love and Velvet Sky slam those who have attempted to imitate The Beautful People stable over the years.

    Love charged during the pseudo-shoot program, “We created a group that has been like no other for women in professional wrestling. People have tried to be like this. People wanted to join us. No can do.”

    Sky added, “And for all you wannabe Beautiful People girls out there… you know exactly who I’m talking about, get a life. You will never be us.”

    Angelina then cryptically noted, “And you’re not cool by the way. You’re not cool.”

    Some have interpreted their message as a thinly veiled potshot towards WWE Diva alliance Lay-Cool — Michelle McCool and Women’s Champion Layla. Both have directed similar remarks towards rival performers in the past, with Love recently stating the following on her Facebook account while watching television: “So this is what I get for quickly flipping thru the channels on a friday night……a blonde & a brunette blatantly ripping something off……..BRUTAL!!!”

    Apparently in response to the TNA Knockouts’ most recent remarks, Layla said the following on Twitter yesterday:

    “Living the dream & so blessed!!
    1 thing I know when u r attacked u have 2 decide if it’s worth the time & effort to retaliate
    Not worth the press
    Plus don’t deserve the press we get even tho they want it & need it :-)

    Real talk”

    It was reported this past June in the Wrestling Observer Newsletter that the Lay-Cool act was concocted due to WWE’s creative department being embarrassed by The Beautiful People making their female performers look second-rate by comparison.

    To view The Beautiful Peoples’ ReACTION promo, click here.

  • WWE Announces Serena’s Release From The Organization

    World Wrestling Entertainment announced exactly at 10:00 p.m. this evening that Serena has been released from the organization.

    “WWE has come to terms on the release of WWE Diva Serena. We wish Serena the best in all future endeavors,” they wrote.

    It is believed that she was released from her contract last weekend, but due to her appearance on tonight’s taped episode of Friday Night SmackDown, WWE waited until the conclusion of the broadcast to make an official announcement.

    As reported Monday, she was released for disciplinary reasons.

  • Past Names Scheduled For Raw, WWE’s Death Clause, More

    — As noted earlier, WWE Superstars from both Raw and SmackDown will be on hand for the record-breaking 900th edition of the longest running, weekly episodic television program in history: Monday Night Raw. According to a report on f4wonline.com, names from the past will also be appearing to give the show a nostalgic feel.

    No names were specified.

    — Author and Linda McMahon activist Irv Muchnick published today the death clause written in all WWE talent contracts:

    “WRESTLER, on behalf of himself and his heirs, successors, assigns and personal representatives, hereby releases, waives and discharges PROMOTER from all liability to WRESTLER and covenants not to sue PROMOTER for any and all loss or damage on account of injury to any person or property or resulting in serious or permanent injury to WRESTLER or WRESTLER’s death, whether caused by the negligence of the PROMOTER, other wrestlers or otherwise.”

    — The Great Khali celebrates his birthday today as he turns 38 years old.

  • WWE Issues Statement Regarding The Death Of Luna Vachon

    World Wrestling Entertainment issued the following statement this afternoon acknowledging the death of former performer Gertrude Vachon (a/k/a Luna Vachon), who was reportedly found dead this morning at her mother’s home:

    Luna Vachon passes away
    Written: August 27, 2010

    World Wrestling Entertainment has been made aware of the passing of Gertrude (Luna) Vachon. WWE extends its deepest condolences to the Vachon family.

    Ms. Vachon was under contract with WWE at various times from 1993 through 2000, and performed under the name “Luna” Vachon. She last performed for WWE in early 2000.

  • ROH Owner Talks About Tyler Black Leaving, Bryan, Homicide

    Ring of Honor owner Cary Silkin joined The Wheelhouse (Wheelhouseradio.com) on Thursday August 26th to promote the upcoming Glory By Honor IX IPPV live in New York City’s Manhattan Center on September the 11th on GoFightLive.tv.

    The card is headlined by ROH World Champion Tyler Black taking on Roderick Strong for the ROH World Championship with Terry Funk as the Special Guest referee, the Kings of Wrestling vs. the debutng Charlie Hass & Shelton Benjamin, Colt Cabana & El Generico vs. Kevin Steen & Steve Corino in a double Chain match and more! For more information visit ROHWrestling.com

    The following are some quotes from The Wheelhouse’s interview with Cary Silkin:

    Tyler Black leaving ROH for WWE: “I’m angry on losing a talent like Tyler Black and hope that he’s is going to do well. But one good thing Bower (host of The Wheelhouse) is I’m used to this having gone through it with a number of guys. They thought Ring of Honor was finished last September…when Nigel and Bryan simultaneously left, that was a hell of a blow. We can go on and on, CM Punk, Matt Sydal, Samoa Joe, Homicide and so on and so forth. But somehow we always come out on the other side ok…I hate to see Tyler leave but he’s not done yet.”

    Homicide possibly returning to ROH: “Sure there’s a possibility. He can’t participate; he has a clause where he can’t compete till sometime until the middle of September…but we would love to have Homicide back in ROH…he has rich history in Ring of Honor and I hope we can do something with him down the road.”

    Was Bryan Danielson Contacted to Return to ROH? “Yes there were. I had a feeling there was something going on and no one is going to ever say for sure. But we spoke to Bryan and it just didn’t jive with the offers we made to him and his counter offers and this and that. There were some indications to me that he wasn’t going to be along very long. He’s a guy that deserves the best there is no doubt about it and I’m glad for him…Had he been available were would have certainly spoken to him but he didn’t indicate that and we wish him the best.”

    To download the complete interview go to The Wheelhouse’s website over at Wheelhouseradio.com and click “podcasts.”

    Thanks to reader Jeff Peck for sending this in.

  • SyFy Filming At WWE Developmental – For NXT Season 3?

    The SyFy network once again had their TV cameras at the WWE developmental tapings this week filming matches.

    Based on who wrestled at the tapings, you could speculate as to who might be on season 3 of NXT.

    Superstars that wrestled and haven’t previously appeared on NXT included Xavier Woods, Idol Stevens, Bo Rotunda, Richie Steamboat, Wes Brisco, Tag Team Champions Johnny Curtis & Derrick Bateman, Hunico & Epico and FCW Heavyweight Champion Mason Ryan.

    There have yet to be Diva Rookies on NXT, but we’ve heard that the idea is being strongly considered for Season 3. Divas in action included Aksana, AJ Lee, Livianna and FCW Divas Champion Naomi Night.

    The Florida Championship Wrestling website recently confirmed that it will be holding live events in the coming weeks featuring the stars of “NXT Season 3,” so perhaps we’ll see NXT Season 3 on SyFy in some capacity this fall.