WWE Hall of Famer Beth Phoenix will take part in the upcoming WWE Evolution pay-per-view this fall. What she will be doing on the show is still a mystery, however, even to her.
I’m so flattered by the @WWEUniverse response to me being at #WWEEvolution …I wouldn’t miss it for the world. Thank you for demanding more all these years. My heart is so full! #MushFest
A notable inclusion here is Phoenix’s close friend Natalya, who inducted Beth in the Hall of Fame this year. The two friends only met in single’s action once during their careers. Phoenix defeated Natalya on an episode of Smackdown in 2012.
Beth Phoenix At WWE Evolution
Beth Phoenix is one of the most decorated female champions in the history of WWE. In fact, only 3 other women have held a Women’s Championship for more combined days.
Phoenix won the WWE Women’s Championship 3 times and the Divas title once. In total, she held a Women’s World Title in WWE for 571 combined days, good for 4th all-time in the category. Only Alundra Blayze, Trish Stratus, and the Fabulous Moolah can top that. Considering that 26-year-old Alexa Bliss is already closing in on 500 combined days as champion, expect Beth Phoenix to get bumped down on this list before the end of the year.
Beth Phoenix on Commentary?
If Phoenix is not wrestling on the Evolution show, it’s possible she does commentary. Phoenix did commentary for the Mixed Match Challenge recently. Facebook Live showcased the inter-gender tag-team tournament earlier this year.
It’s possible that Phoenix is brought back to do commentary at Evolution. WWE host, Renee Young, has already volunteered to be on the broadcast team should WWE decided to go with an all-female version.
– Below is the latest episode of WWE Playback with Paul Heyman re-watching Brock Lesnar vs. Bill Goldberg for the WWE Universal Title from WrestleMania 33:
– Kane, Aiden English, Curt Hawkins, Shelton Benjamin and Chad Gable are now official for the fifth annual Andre the Giant Memorial Battle Royal at WrestleMania 34. Below is the updated list of confirmed participants:
* Kane, Aiden English, Curt Hawkins, Shelton Benjamin, Chad Gable, Primo Colon, Zack Ryder, Rhyno, Heath Slater, Goldust, Matt Hardy, Scott Dawson, Dash Wilder, Tye Dillinger, Fandango, Tyler Breeze, Mojo Rawley, Baron Corbin, Dolph Ziggler, TBA
– Natalya revealed on Twitter that she’s filming a “Table For 3” episode with Nia Jax and WWE Hall of Famer Beth Phoenix in New Orleans. As noted, WWE will be filming several specials for the WWE Network this weekend. Natalya tweeted:
WWE announced on Facebook in a video with SmackDown Live commentator and Byron Saxton and backstage interviewer Renee Young that WWE Hall Of Famer Beth Phoenix will serve as a guest commentator for the Mixed Match Challenge later this month. Check out the video and official press release here:
Beth Phoenix announced for WWE Mixed Match Challenge commentary team
As revealed by newly-announced WWE Mixed Match Challenge hosts Renee Young and Byron Saxton on Facebook Live today, WWE Hall of Famer Beth Phoenix will join Michael Cole and Corey Graves on the announce team for the Facebook Watch exclusive show, starting Tuesday, Jan. 16 at 10 ET/ 7 PT.
Few female competitors have dominated their division quite as convincingly as Phoenix. The former Women’s Champion ripped through anyone in her path and never failed to draw gasps from the WWE Universe, whether she was lifting Melina and Mickie James over her shoulder at the same time, eliminating The Great Khali from the 2002 Royal Rumble Match or Glam Slamming Eve from the top rope at the 2011’s Survivor Series.
The Glamazon will certainly provide a unique perspective on the ground-breaking Facebook Watch show, beginning Jan. 16 at 10 ET/ 7 PT.
Some WWE officials were unhappy with the first two nights of the Mae Young Classic
According to The Wrestling Observer Newsletter, there were some WWE officials that weren’t happy with the first two fights of the Mae Young Classic. The first two nights of the 32 competitor tournament concluded on Friday night. The latest edition of the newsletter noted that some people in WWE were unhappy with the tournament because of the way some of the women looked. There are those in WWE “who believe that WWE women all have to be hot” and felt that many of the women in the tournament weren’t good looking enough for WWE’s standards. It seems that there are some officials in WWE that are stuck in the past and are still incapable of accepting female Superstars as equal to their male counterparts.
Beth Phoenix comments on not being included in the promo for the tournament
WWE aired a video package for the tournament and showed several Superstars that held gold in WWE. The video showed Mae Young, Trish Stratus, Sensational Sherri, Lita, Jacqueline and more. A fan pointed out on Twitter that WWE Hall of Famer Beth Phoenix was not included in the video. Beth Phoenix responded to the fan with the following tweet:
Beth Phoenix was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame Saturday night from Orlando. WWE has uploaded a few backstage videos of Beth Phoenix and current WWE Superstars discussing the impact she made on the wrestling business. WWE Superstar Natalya inducted Beth Phoenix into the Hall of Fame during the ceremony.
Beth Phoenix also offered up a tribute to her husband, former WWE Superstar and Hall of Famer Edge. Tony Chimel made a cameo appearance and announced the Rated-R Suuuuuuuuperstar’s name like only he can.
The WWE has posted a new video of 2017 Hall of Famers Teddy Long, Beth Phoenix, Rock ‘n’ Roll Express, Diamond Dallas Page and Kurt Angle receiving their rings from Triple H and Vince McMahon. Rick Rude’s family also received a Hall of Fame ring.
The WWE also uploaded a new 360 interview with Daniel Bryan and Kurt Angle. Bryan and Angle debated what would happen if a dream match were to take place between the two.
Bayley posted a photo of her and Scott Hall earlier today. Bayley was wearing a classic Razor Ramon jacket.
WWE announced today that Natalya will induct her best friend and former partner Beth Phoenix into the WWE Hall of Fame later this month in Orlando during WrestleMania 33 weekend.
“There’s nobody that I can think of that deserves to be in the WWE Hall of Fame more than Beth Phoenix,” Natalya told WWE.com. “She’s a pioneer for women in our division. Beth did extraordinary things for women in WWE.”
Phoenix followed in the footsteps of Chyna when she became the second woman in history to enter the Royal Rumble match back in 2010. “Beth broke down a lot of walls for women in the industry in the sense that she wasn’t a cookie-cutter-type female wrestler,” Natalya explained.
The 2017 WWE Hall of Fame induction ceremony airs live on the WWE Network next Friday, March 31 at 8pm ET/5pm PT.
– Diamond Dallas Page talks to WWE Hall of Famer Jake “the Snake” Roberts in his latest ‘Motivational’ video. Jake recounts his traveling one-man show and compares his life before and now. He tells Dallas that he is dreaming again and reveals his newfound joie de vie. He proclaims that he goes to sleep happy, wakes up happy, and feels happy when he looks in the mirror.
– The WWE Network 2017 Hall of Fame Collection will be updated with Beth Phoenix content this Friday at 10am EDT. The Collection currently features The Rock ‘n’ Roll Express, Teddy Long, Diamond Dallas Page and Teddy Long.
– WWE publishing just released “The WWE Book of Rules (& How to Break Them)”. The book is available through Amazon for just $14.10 at this link. The book features a foreword by SmackDown GM Daniel Bryan.
The following is a brief synopsis of the book:
“Do you know the difference between a Hollywood Backlot Brawl and a Brooklyn Street Fight? What happens at the end of an Iron Man match if there’s no clear victor? Which move is off-limits inside a WWE ring? With The Official WWE Book of Rules, you’ll no longer need to ask. This complete guide to every single style of WWE match-stipulation or otherwise, lays out all of WWE’s rules (many published for the first time) and also calls out Superstars who have no problem breaking them. With insight and commentary from WWE’s brightest Superstars as well as veteran referees, it’s the ultimate companion to anyone who believes rules were made to be broken.”
Beth Phoenix will be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame during WrestleMania 33 weekend. The news was first reported by USA Today and later confirmed by WWE.
Phoenix worked for WWE from 2004-2012 and is a 3-time WWE Women’s Champion and a former Divas Champion. She’s only the second female competitor to compete in the Royal Rumble (2010).
Beth Phoenix is married to WWE Hall of Famer Edge (Adam Copeland), making them the first Hall of Fame married couple. They have two children together.
Congratulations to Beth Phoenix, who joins Kurt Angle, Diamond Dallas Page, the Rock ‘N Roll Express and Teddy Long as members of the Class of 2017.
Former Women’s Champion Beth Phoenix is rumored for this year’s WWE Hall of Fame class according to PWInsider. The three-time WWE Women’s champion and one-time Divas champion retired in 2012.
She has been married to WWE Hall of Famer Edge since 2016 and they have two daughters together; 3 year old Lyric and 8 month old Ruby.
As reported earlier, Kurt Angle is the first confirmed name for this year’s WWE Hall of Fame class. Other rumored inductees include DDP, Mike Rotunda, Christian, Rick Rude, William Regal and The Natural Disasters.
The 2017 WWE Hall of Fame induction ceremony takes place during WrestleMania 33 weekend from Orlando, FL.
Former WWE women’s champion Beth Phoenix and WWE Hall of Famer Edge were married near their home in Asheville, NC this past weekend. They have two children together – Lyric Rose (2 years old) and Ruby Ever (6 months old).
Natalya, Tyson Kidd and others were with the happy couple for the ceremony this weekend, as seen in these photos from Natalya:
– The Rock’s new movie “San Andreas” finished number two at the box office this weekend, earning an estimated $26.44 million, trailing the opening of Spy, which drew $30 million. Entourage, which features WrestleMania 31 performer Ronda Rousey, opened at number four with $10.42 million. Pitch Perfect 2 with WWE Diva Lana, earned $7.7 million in its’ fourth week out.
– WWE Hall Of Famers Jim Ross and Edge, along with former WWE Diva Beth Phoenix, will be appearing at Ingles Store #7 on Tunnel Rd. in Asheville, North Carolina on Wednesday, June 10th.
– The latest edition of WWE Fury, which you can view below, looks at 31 “pulverizing powerbombs.”
– William Regal is the guest on the latest edition of Chris Jericho’s “Talk Is Jericho” podcast. You can download the show right now at PodcastOne.com.
– On this week’s edition of SmackDown Fallout, which you can watch below, Fandango tells Renee Young that he has returned and has “got stuff to do.”
– WWE Hall OF Famer Jim Ross reunited with Edge and his fiancee’ Beth Phoenix at this year’s Cauliflower Alley Club reunion this past weekend. Phoenix was there to accept the 2015 CAC Women’s Wrestling Award. Below is a photo of the three together at the ceremony.
– Rapper Riff Raff continues his training to become a WWE Superstar. Several weeks ago, it was revealed that WWE Hall of Famer Hulk Hogan was helping him train for his dream job. Vice’s Munchies blog published a video chronicling his journey. Riff Raff remains adamant that this is not a joke and he plans to be in WWE one day.
– Former WWE Women’s Champion Beth Phoenix will be honored with the Frank Gotch Award during the George Tragos/Lou Thesz Pro Wrestling Hall of Fame weekend in July. She commented:
“The Frank Gotch Award has particular meaning for me because my dream was for my career to have a positive influence on those around me. I am looking forward to coming to Waterloo to experience the Hall of Fame ceremony in person, spend time with old friend and meet new ones.”
– Former WWE personality Ricardo Rodriguez captured the WWC Puerto Rican Championship this past weekend.
Here are some highlights from former WWE Diva Beth Phoenix’s recent interview with The Star Gazette:
Wrestling Men In WWE:
“I was very blessed. I could wrestle men or women. I was the powerhouse among the girls, so I could blend in and mix it up with the guys. I had no preference as long as there was a good story to tell, female or male, and that the crowd was entertained.”
If The Women In WWE Make As Much As The Men:
“I don’t discuss money, but I will say I made more money than at other things I could qualify for. The key for me is the respect of your peers. I was able to be influential and create a mold. There was no one else who was shaped like me or looked like me. I don’t compare myself to the men.”
Not Getting Along With Everybody Backstage:
“You don’t get along with everybody, but you have to be able to work with everybody. Respect is important, and if you don’t have it you won’t be on the professional level very long. The ring is not the place to take care of disrespect. It’s supposed to be a safe haven where we protect each other. You can disagree with someone and still do business as a professional. I’ve had some differences of opinion with some, and there were some people I liked more than others.”
Injuries She Suffered During Her Career:
“You do your best to minimize injuries. I’ve seen a ring rope snap, when there’s been something wrong with the ring, like when a tear in the canvas would result in a bad fall. I worked in an outdoor arena where it was pouring rain, and we were slipping all over the place. You can’t control all that happens. I broke my jaw, still have two titanium plates and nine screws in there. I’ve had ACL surgery, a concussion, black eyes, a herniated disk, sprained ankles and muscles. I broke my hand once. The WWE has strict policies on injuries. The injuries were terrible, but we signed on for them.”
If She’ll Ever Return to The Ring:
“Never say never. I’m very happy what I’m doing. But I’m still in fighting shape.”
– The following is an excerpt from a new interview with Beth Phoenix where the former WWE Diva talks about competing in the 2010 Royal Rumble match and looking up to Chyna.
“I gotta tell ya, it’s hard to put any sort of priority on these moments that meant a lot to me, but the reason that that in particular was so special, I looked up to the character that Chyna was while she was in WWE because that character was just empowering to women. Just something really, really special. And there was something about me that felt I could do that in my own way. I could just be an example for girls that you don’t have to just accept the minimum, shoot for the stars!”
– Below is a photo of Vince McMahon arm-wrestling Senator Pat Roberts during the company’s recent Tribute to the Troops taping in December. You can check out a full gallery of photos from their time with the troops this year at Community.WWE.com.
– Former WWE Diva Beth Phoenix wil be honored next year, as she is scheduled to receive the Cauliflower Alley Club’s prestigious women’s wrestler award in 2015.
– WWE Divas The Bella Twins turn 31 years old today. Nikki and Brie were born on November 21, 1983. Also celebrating birthdays today are Shane Douglas (51), Afa The Wild Samoan (72) and former WCW star Jerry Flynn (55).
– Below is part four of Jeff Meacham’s “Talk Wrestling” interview with Rob Van Dam, where he talks about the current state of WWE and WWE’s process for developing the next “face of the company.”
WWE.com recently caught up with former Diva Beth Phoenix, who is married to WWE Hall of Famer Adam “Edge” Copeland. Now a mother after giving birth to a baby girl last December, she spoke about what she’s been up to since leaving WWE, her favorite moments in WWE and more. Here are some highlights of what she said about:
What She’s Been Up To Since Leaving WWE:
“Oh, my gosh! Life has been nuts in the last two years. I’ve been doing a lot of shuffling and moving around, and the biggest thing that’s happened is that I became a mother!
I got pregnant five or six months after I retired, and then it was off to the races! It was a complete change of gears, and I was refocusing my life on my family. That was the reason I left WWE — not to have a baby, but to spend time with family. That was just a wonderful side result of spending time at home and being with my family. That was awesome, and it’s been a big change.”
Being in the 2010 Royal Rumble:
“I think the biggest thing for me was that it was one of those moments where I was like, “Okay, this is why I got into wrestling.” I wanted to be a female like Chyna, who broke boundaries and did things that were really special. And you know, just somebody that stood out. This was my moment. Like that Glam Slam, it was one of those moments in your life that you just treasure, and I knew it was going to be over fast. I needed to take a few breaths while I was out there and just inhale it. Because I knew it was something that would change my life and really satisfy some of those dreams that I had as a little girl.”
WWE Diva Nikki Bella recently appeared as a guest on shock-jock radio program “The Kidd Chris Show.”
In addition to a number of outside-the-box type questions, the Total Divas star was asked about Beth Phoenix’s genitalia, John Cena’s ex-wife and how far she would be willing to go with a homeless woman to end world hunger.
The official description for the appearance, which you can check out above, reads as follows:
“WWE Diva chats about her relationship with John Cena, her thoughts about his ex-wife, and how far she would go sexually to stop world hunger!”
– WWE Hall Of Famer Afa of the legendary Wild Samoans tag-team announced that he will be coming out of retirement to compete in a match at the WXWC4 show in Allentown, Pennsylvania on Saturday, March 1st.
– Former WWE Diva Beth Phoenix, who is featured on a ton of WWE Network content, including the debut episode of “WWE Countdown,” recently noted on Twitter that she filmed tons of interviews for WWE Network-related content. Phoenix tweeted the following:
I did tons of interviews, superstar impressions and rants for the WWE Network before I left. Glad it's finally getting seen!
The following are highlights from the latest online blog by WWE Hall Of Famer Jim Ross:
On his first podcast: “Gearing up to have Steve Austin as my first Ross Report @PodcastOne guest that will drop to the world on Wednesday February 19. We plan on hitting the ground running! Slobber Knocker time and best of all the Ross Report will be FREE at PodcastOne.com and on ITunes. Looking at a variety of ways to make the shows fan friendly and interactive.”
On Edge and Beth Phoenix having a baby: “Congrats to friends Adam Copeland and his lady Beth on the birth of their baby daughter. I knew of this info a couple of weeks ago but sat on it until the proud Mom and Dad were ready to announce it. Everyone is healthy and happy as another happy citizen resides in Asheville, North Carolina.”
On WrestleMania XXX: “The speculation of what will or won’t be booked at WM30 is running rampant. I’m pleased that I have no dog in the fight and am more than willing to see how the card shakes out beyond the Elimination Chamber. I have a feeling that the final WM30 might not resemble what many folks think that it will be. I have actually been enjoying following WWE more now than I’m simply a fan who refuses to read spoilers or most other ‘leaks’ from the inside.”
On CM Punk: “I’ve heard nothing new on the CM Punk front. I’ve not reached to one of my all time favorite wrestles out in respect for his privacy. Let’s not over analyze this matter too. Punk’s burned out, he’s worn out and he’s not likely to return any time soon. However, I’d be remiss to speculate that he’s ‘done’ with the business for good.”
“So…it’s going to be interesting to see who steps up and wants to earn Punk’s ‘spot.'”
“Who’s got the courage and confidence to demand that prime, TV time and spotlight? This matter has much more to do with individual talent’s attitude than one might think. The WWE can’t simply wave a magic wand and create a star.”
Check out the complete blog online at JRsBarBQ.com.
Congratulations are in order for WWE Hall of Famer Edge and his girlfriend, former WWE Divas champion Beth Phoenix, who welcomed the birth of their first child a few weeks ago.
During an appearance on CBC in Canada, Edge made the announcement and said the birth of his child was the most romantic thing he’s ever experienced.
You can see video of Edge’s announcement at CBC.ca.
Former WWE Diva Candice Michelle underwent surgery to repair a broken nose on January 9th and posted the following photo today of how she looks 4 days after the procedure. Her nose was broken 7 years ago after taking a headbutt from Beth Phoenix.
-WWE Diva and Total Divas reality star Nikki Bella recently updated fans on the status of her physical therapy in a new tweet posted on her official Twitter account. Nikki wrote:
“Gettin’ my grind on at Physical Therapy. Gettin’ stronger everyday. Nothin’ will b able 2 stop #TwinMagic soon! N”
-WWE Superstar and executive Triple H recently posted a tweet on his official Twitter account addressing tonight’s WWE NXT tapings at Full Sail University in Winter Park, Florida. HHH wrote:
“Headed to the @WWEPerformCtr and @FullSail for @WWENXT Tapings tonight. Always love seeing the future unfold….TONS of talent #brightfuture”
-The following are some more Twitter reactions to the news regarding Jim Ross:
Howard Finkel: “I wish nothing but the very best to @JRsBBQ. I’ve truly enjoyed my professional and personal association with him through the years!”
MVP: “@JRsBBQ Good luck JR. It was a pleasure to listen to you. It was an honor to have worked with you. Be well.”
Vickie Guerrero: “@JRsBBQ thank you JR for your friendship! It was an honor to work with you. I wish you the best in your career filled with blessings.”
Beth Phoenix: “Thank u @JRsBBQ for doing me the honor of calling my matches & sharing ur wisdom. I was truly one of the lucky ones to b able to work w/ u!!”
Lance Storm: “@JRsBBQ is the greatest announcer to ever call a match IMO. He’s made more matches better than any wrestler ever has.”
