Posts Tagged ‘BG James’

Update On Attitude Era Star At RAW: Will He Sing?; JR Won’t Attend WWE Shows

– As previously reported, WWE Attitude Era star “Road Dogg” Jesse James has been rumored to appear on tonight’s country-themed edition of WWE RAW. James posted a tweet earlier mentioning that he was heading to Nashville (the site of tonight’s RAW) and that he’s “warming the chords up.” This has led to speculation that James will perform his “With My Baby Tonight” song from the pre-Attitude Era where he worked as “The Roadie.”

– WWE Hall Of Famer Jim Ross recently noted on Twitter that he feels it is unlikely that he will ever call another match at WrestleMania. Additionally, JR mentioned that he will not be attending any of the upcoming WWE events in Oklahoma or Texas, including the December 2nd edition of RAW in Oklahoma City.

  • Former WWE Superstar Says Triple H Is Jealous Of Rob Van Dam
  • MLB Star & Attitude Era Star On RAW Tonight?, David Otunga On ESPN Chat

    – MLB star Josh Reddick is currently backstage at WWE RAW hanging out with friends. Reddick has been teasing a “beard-off” with Daniel Bryan on tonight’s show.

    Update: Photo of Josh Reddick and Daniel Bryan Backstage at RAW

    – There has been some discussion of “The Road Dogg” Jesse James making an appearance on tonight’s country-themed edition of RAW.

    – WWE Superstar David Otunga will be on ESPN Chat on Tuesday afternoon discussing WWE and his recent cover of Muscle & Fitness magazine. For more information, visit ESPN.com.

    Update On Why Michael Hayes Is Taking Time Off, BG James Gaining Power

    It is rumored that WWE official Michael Hayes has been suspended by WWE for giving alcohol to WWE Diva Rosa Mendes just days after she returned from work and underwent treatment for alcohol dependency.

    Former WWE writer Court Bauer recently revealed on the MLW Radio Show that Hayes is taking time off from WWE to deal with “personal issues.”

    Hayes had been working directly with Triple H on booking live events. During his absence from WWE, former WWE Superstar Brian “Road Dogg” James has been taking on a bigger role behind the scenes. Aside from working TV tapings and live events, James is also working a lot at WWE headquarters and attending creative meetings. Most WWE superstars like the idea of James being part of the creative process, since he’s been in the business for decades.

    WWE has yet to release a statement regarding Hayes’ absence.

    * Tons of Backstage News On John Cena, Vince McMahon & Plans For WrestleMania XXX

    (Information from the Wrestling Observer Newsletter & f4wonline.com was used in this report)

    Chris Hero WWE Update, Road Dogg Returns, Boots 2 Asses

    – It appears that Chris Hero might finally be headed to WWE. Hero wrestled at a Pro Wrestling Guerilla show over thew weekend. After his match, Hero thanked fans for coming to the show, teased that it might be the last time they see him in a PWG and said he’s got a special announcement that he’ll be making soon.

    – The Rock tweeted over the weekend that his new “Boots to Asses” t-shirt is officially WWE’s best selling piece of merchandise since November 14th.

    – BG James was at Sunday’s Tribute to the Troops tapings in Fayetteville, North Carolina. The former Road Dogg was recently hired by WWE and will serve as a producer/agent.

    – Today’s wrestling birthdays include Rey Mysterio (37), former ECW World Champion Sabu (47), ECW Original Jason (48) and Ultimo Dragon (45).

    Road Dogg Comments On Triple H’s Office Role, R-Truth’s Push

    Five-time WWE Tag Team Champion Road Dogg appeared on Busted Open with Doug Mortman and Dave LaGreca, which airs Mondays and Wednesdays from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. on Sirius 92 and XM 207. Highlights from his interview are as follows:

    R-Truth’s current push: “If you ask me, the WWE is about ten years too late. They had this guy ten or twelve years ago. I actually kind of recruited him to be my tag team partner cause Billy (Gunn) had just blown his shoulder out and was gonna have surgery and he was gonna be out for a year. I saw Ron Killings perform in Memphis when I was on break from WWF at the time and I saw him perform and I just thought ‘Man, this guy is great’. I saw something in him…and the next thing I know, we were tagging together.”

    “I know they switched it up a little bit and turned him heel and it’s working for him man, so I say you work it girl….he’s doing great. I don’t follow the show as closely as I probably should, but I do turn over when I hear my brothers reffing or Ronnie Killings is on. I love to watch him work, he’s a great athlete, he looks great, he’s a great guy and I love him. Nothing but love for Ronnie Killings.”

    Triple H’s role within in WWE: “He’s a really level headed guy. He’s not very emotional. He’s not going to let his emotions rue the day whether he hired somebody because he doesn’t like them. If somebody is talented, they’re going to get an opportunity and that’s how he is. And I think he’s always kind of had a knack to get over. Even if it was being attached to somebody that was gonna get over, bringing a faction together that was gonna get over. He always knew what to do from very young in his career. He knew who to get with, who to hang out with, and what to say and what to do. As far as a skill set to be in that position he definitely has that.”

    “Now that’s not saying that he didn’t marry the boss’s daughter and that all helped him along the way. I’m not saying that he got married because of the gig. I’m saying that that may have helped him achieve the ultimate goal of getting where he is now. One day, him and Steph are going to run that company, and that’s just the bottom line. Vince always held things tight to his vest and handled things himself, and I think Hunter and Stephanie will do the same thing in the future. I think the right guy is in the right spot, and I think he’ll continue to make good decisions as far as making WWE profitable.”

    Working with Chyna: “To be quite honest with you, and I’m sure steroids are no secret in this business. I’m sure that she was probably on some steroids because she was a monster. I saw her train and it was just incredible to watch her and see how she grew and everything. I haven’t spoken to her in a long time. I know she’s had her own demons that she’s dealt with and so I hope she’s doing well. I didn’t see her on TV when she was on there. Billy (Gunn) talked to her when he was down there in Orlando when they filmed that TV and he said she’s doing really well.”

    “She was a great girl. She was really one of the guys without trying to saying anything, everybody always ribbed her about being a guy. She wasn’t a guy, she was a girl. She definitely had the attitude and camaraderie. She had a great sense of humor, she was funny. I’m sure she still is, but we all become someone other than ourselves when we use drugs and use too much alcohol. Before that all happened to her, I think the wrestling world brought it out in her because she wasn’t like that at first. She wasn’t eccentric at all. She wasn’t like that. She was really level headed and fun to be around and so I hope she’s doing well now.”

    Six-Sided Ring Confirmed For PPV, VKM Appear At UK Event

    — Jeremy Borash has confirmed that the six-sided ring will be returning to TNA Wrestling for one night only; at the Destination X pay-per-view event on July 10.

    — Voodoo Kin Mafia, BG James and Kip James, appeared at TNA Wrestling’s “UK Party” Thursday, which was held at an undisclosed location in Manchester, England.

    The multi-time tag team champions participated in a taping for an upcoming episode of TNA Spin Cycle and there was a loud “one more match” chant.

    The duo then hung out and took photos with fans for approximately one hour before leaving.

    — This week’s episode of Impact Wrestling featured 22 minutes and 56 seconds of in-ring action, up from 20 minutes and 59 seconds the week before.

    source: PWInsider.com

    Tough Enough Contacts Lizzy Valentine, Ex-DX Stars Join Twitter

    — Lizzy Valentine revealed to fans last week on Facebook that the casting director for the upcoming season of WWE Tough Enough is urging her to submit an application for the USA Network reality show. She wrote:

    “I was contacted by the casting director of WWE Tough Enough. They want me to submit, but I really had no intention of doing so. What do u guys think? Your opinions are extremely important in this decision!!!”

    Valentine has taken part in tryouts before WWE officials in the past, but has never been offered a contract. She enrolled in the 2005 Diva Search contest, but did not make the final cut. More recently, she appeared on Wrestlicious Takedown as Kandy Kisses and worked a tryout match for TNA Wrestling.

    She also appeared as Evan Bourne’s valet on the short-lived MTV series Wrestling Society X.

    — Former D-Generation X members Billy Gunn and Road Dogg have launched accounts on Twitter.

    — Former WWE Superstar Shelton Benjamin is advertised to participate in Q&A and autograph session at the TD Garden in Boston prior to the Boston Blazers lacrosse game on Feb. 12.

    Could A Former DX Member Be Returning To WWE?, More Notes

    — During an interview with InYourHeadOnline.com, BG James (a/k/a Road Dogg) said he recently spoke to WWE officials about returning to the organization, but noted, “it wasn’t meant to be.”

    James said he feels he’s too old to keep up with the younger wrestlers, but believes he can contribute behind the scenes. He said his best memories in the industry took place during the Attitude Era, mentioning selling stunners for “Stone Cold” Steve Austin.

    — In less than 24 hours, the brand new digital release of Superstar and Diva entrance themes, WWE The Music: A New Day, climbed the charts to be the No. 1 album on Amazon.com in the Rock and Soundtrack categories. The music album can be downloaded at Amazon.com for the low price of $3.99 for a limited time because after Tuesday, the price goes up.

    — WWE Monday Night Raw on April 5th, 2010 will be held at the I Wireless Center in Moline, Illinois. Tickets go on sale February 6th, 2010 at 10 a.m. (Thanks to Devin Cutting)