— Randy Orton revealed on his newly launched Twitter account that his first starring film, That’s What I Am, will be released in theaters this January. He also noted that he will be on hand for a taping of George Lopez’ late night talk show Lopez Tonight on Tuesday, August 10. Finally, Orton said he’s never had accounts on Facebook or MySpace.
— A number of WWE stars will be on hand for the annual San Diego Comic-Con International event taking placing this week. Among those scheduled for appearances include The Miz, Eve Torres, Jerry Lawler, The Bellas, John Morrison, Chris Masters, Melina and Kane.
Today, The Miz and Eve will be meeting fans from 12:45 p.m. to 1:45 p.m. PT. Tomorrow, Jerry “The King” Lawler will be signing copies of WWE Heroes #0 prequel comic from noon to 1:30 p.m. Meanwhile, The Bellas and John Morrison will be appearing from 11:00 a.m. to noon. On Saturday, Melina and Chris Masters will greet fans from 11:00 a.m. to noon. Finally, World Heavyweight Champion Kane will appear at the event on Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to noon. Click here for complete event information.
— After a six month hiatus, WWE referee Justin King returned to officiating at last Thursday’s Florida Championship Wrestling television taping in Tampa. A “freak” non-wrestling accident in January left him with multiple fractures in his left leg.
— Three weeks ago on Raw during the ceremony honoring Ricky “The Dragon” Steamboat, Mike Rotunda told the WWE Hall of Famer that it was unfortunate that they never wrestled each other. The WWE producer was incorrect as the two wrestled in 1989 at a television taping in West Palm Beach, Florida during Steamboat’s brief run with the NWA World Heavyweight Championship.
