— Kane is advertised to face John Cena at the December 30, 2011 Raw live event in Hartford, Connecticut. He has also been announced for Raw live events taking place in New York City, Pittsburgh and Washington D.C. later this month.
— Zack Ryder is advertised to appear at Mick Foley’s comedy show tonight in Long Island, New York from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. The pre-show meet and greet with Ryder at McGuires Comedy Club will include a raffle for two tickets to WWE’s Saturday live event in Long Island, where Foley is advertised as special referee for the main event. Foley’s comedy performance is scheduled to begin at 7:30 p.m. Details are available here.
— Frank and Son Collectibles in City of Industry, California holds an autograph session this Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. with Candice Michelle, Maria Kanellis, Melina Perez, Torrie Wilson and Traci Brooks.
F4WOnline.com reports today that John Morrison is done with WWE when his contract extension expires Wednesday. His original contract with the organization expired earlier this month but he agreed to an extension to appear at events he was advertised for. It is not known whether he will be making a farewell appearance at Monday’s Raw SuperShow in Columbia, South Carolina.
Meanwhile, Melina absolves all blame that Morrison’s once promising WWE career went up in smoke due to their relationship. Rather, she feels WWE is to blame for holding him and others back from achieving greater success.
She wrote Wednesday on Twitter via direct message, “The rumors aren’t true. John has been talking to WWE and all these things are between them and has nothing to do with me.
“You have seen a number of wrestlers such as Gail, Bourne, John, Zack and so many more held back from what they deserve and are capable of. That’s proof that it’s not me. It’s the WWE doing it to a number of phenomenal young talent.
“The rumors are FALSE. Please see that. I’m no one special that the WWE would care about.”
— Shelly Martinez (a/k/a Ariel) stated on Twitter that she received closure with Batista, who she met for the first time since her departure from WWE over four years ago Monday night at the film premiere for Immortals (held at NOKIA Theatre L.A. LIVE. in Los Angeles, California).
She tweeted the the following image of herself with the former WWE Champion at the event. The caption reads: “Omg this is called peace & closure.”
In May 2007, Martinez took exception to Batista verbally abusing Melina, her close friend and who he was dating at the time. The two engaged in a heated verbal exchange backstage at a WWE live event, which Martinez has said led to her departure from the organization.
— In a battle of former WWECW talent, The Boogeyman will face The Zombie on Friday, November 18 for National Wrestling Superstars at Kearny High School inn Kearny, New Jersey. They will also wrestle the following day in Edison, New Jersey. Click here for event information.
— Since parting ways with WWE in August, Melina has been highlighting messages on Twitter which suggest that her relationship with John Morrison is not picture perfect. She retweeted the following recently:
“I haven’t met Mr. Right yet. But I have met Mr. Fake, Mr. Rude, Mr. Wrong & Mr. Player.”
She then wrote regarding the message, “But I pray 1 day I’ll meet Mr Right!”
— A character depicting Lex Luger appeared on a recent episode of the stop motion animated television series Robot Chicken. The clip can be accessed here.
— Former WWE star Luke Gallows suggested on Twitter that he’s now a tattoo artist. He wrote, “Just gave my first tattoo in Melbourne, Australia!”
— Chris Masters, David Hart Smith, Melina and Vladimir Kozlov are now free to join TNA Wrestling since their respective ninety-day no-compete clauses with WWE expired Thursday. All four wrestlers were released on August 5, 2011.
The clause prohibits released talent from appearing for wrestling promotions with national television outlets for ninety days.
Masters caused fans to speculate he would be joining the Orlando based promotion with a Twitter message he posted two days following his departure. He wrote, “After a day of digesting,I must say WWE wasn’t doing anything with me.So its probably best I go make my IMpact somewhere else.”
Meanwhile, Melina was asked at last month’s pre-launch party for Saints Row: The Third if she has plans to join TNA. The former WWE Women’s Champion said she’s “still deciding.”
— Inspired by the recent surge of news surrounding former WWE Diva Stacy Keibler, Brooke Anderson will join Eve, Kelly Kelly and Alicia Fox in a WWE ring to interview them for a special segment on the syndicated tabloid television news program The Insider. The segment was scheduled to air on Wednesday’s show, but will instead air today.
The official Twitter feed of WWE wrote Friday: “Tune in to @TheInsider tonight on your CBS station for @WWE Divas @EveMarieTorres, @RealKellyKelly & @AliciaFoxy! Check local listings!”
While watching John Morrison suffer another loss on the Raw SuperShow Monday, former WWE talent Sean Waltman attributed The Prince of Parkour’s recent struggles to his dismissive treatment of revered women’s wrestler Trish Stratus at WrestleMania XXVII.
Waltman wrote on Twitter, “Eventually they will take Morrison out of the dog house. He brought it on himself with the way he treated Trish Stratus at WM.”
In response to a remark that Morrison’s days with the sports-entertainment league are coming to an end, he wrote, “If he was smart he’d ride out the storm. HHH was in the doghouse forever & now look.”
While promoting the release of Ball Enforcers in April, Stratus confirmed reports that Morrison behaved in disregard to her during their post-match celebration at WrestleMania XXVII. She also stated that he passed over suggestions she had for the bout.
“I got a bit of cold shoulder action, correct,” Stratus said in response to an interview question that Morrison snubbed her following their match against Michelle McCool, Layla and Dolph Ziggler at the event. “John Morrison himself is amazing. He’s a great athlete. I was really looking forward to working with him. I thought it would be cool if we could do some stuff together. He didn’t think it would be that cool. It happens.”
She continued, “Hey whatever. It happens. You know he’s into his thing and just didn’t think that I should part of his thing I guess, but I still admire him as an athlete, as a performer. I think he does a great job out there. Cold shoulder? Yeah I felt it. I was shunned. Some people are not smart maybe? You know they wrestle well, but maybe they’re not smart. I don’t know.”
According to the Pro Wrestling Torch, friends of Morrison were shocked by his cold behavior towards the legendary female performer. The assumption of many within WWE is that Melina, his significant other, was in his ear earlier because she believed Stratus was taking “her spot” at the annual pay-per-view extravaganza.
WWE sources say as Stratus was presenting match suggestions to Morrison backstage, he said things such as “I’m not feeling that” (a phrase coined several years ago by Hulk Hogan in World Championship Wrestling) and “I don’t want to look at you.”
Melina, who has remained mum on the subject of TNA Wrestling since parting ways with WWE in August, was asked at the pre-launch party for Saints Row: The Third if she has plans to join the promotion (video available here).
She discreetly replied, “Oh, I’m still… still deciding.”
Melina was also asked if she’ll be appearing on Dancing with the Stars. She said “you never know” and explained, “I’d love to do any opportunity that presents itself, I would love to do that. I’m also interested in like Cirque du Soleil too, so I’m kind of like, you know, the sky’s the limit right now! There’s so many opportunities and it’s just (laughs) overwhelming!”
Melina stated in a 2007 interview with The Sun that she watches TNA.
“I still watch all the wrestling I can – whether it’s TNA, Japanese or Lucha Libre – because that’s my art,” she said.
The day after WWE announced they had come to terms on the release of Melina, and Gail Kim revealed on Twitter that she had quit the promotion, Mickie James was asked during an interview promoting Hardcore Justice about the possibility of her former Diva colleagues coming to TNA.
“I’d love to work with Gail,” James said. “I didn’t really get a chance to work with her. We had, like, maybe one or two matches but we were always on the side usually, so that would be really exciting. I was kinda looking forward to doing more with her and I didn’t get a chance.”
— Former WWE talent Travis “Tyson” Tomko remains jailed in St. Johns County, Florida eight days after he was arrested on robbery charges, for allegedly robbing 210 tablets of Oxycodone from a CVS Pharmacy. He has yet to come up with $7,500 bail as the official website of the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office lists him as a current jail inmate.
— According to Melina’s official website, RealMelina.com, the former WWE Diva is being falsely advertised for International Wrestling All-Star Extravaganza’s upcoming tour of Mexico. Therefore, she will not be traveling to Mexico when the tour begins on November 4.
— Maria Kanellis and “Hacksaw” Jim Duggan are advertised to appear at Steel City Con, which takes place December 2-4 at the Monroeville Convention Center 209 Mall Blvd. Monroeville, Pennsylvania. Visit www.steelcitycon.com for more information.
— Former WWE talent John Nord (a/k/a The Bezerker) turned 52 years old on Tuesday.
— Former WWE star Zack Gowen has been added to K & S Wrestlefest, which takes place Saturday, December 3 at the Ramada Philadelphia Airport 76 Industrial Hwy. Essington, Pennsylvania.
Following Monday’s Raw in which John Morrison was defeated by Christian in approximately a minute and subsequently assaulted by Dolph Ziggler, Christian and Jack Swagger, a man wrote to Melina on Twitter accusing her of killing his WWE career.
He wrote, “Will you stand trial for killing your bf’s career? #prayforJoMo.”
The former WWE Diva responded via private message, “The WWE did it. I never did anything but stand by him through thick & thin. We should all be so lucky as to have someone like that in our lives.
“John worked his ass off and did EVERYTHING he was told. The blame shouldn’t be put on me. Blame the WWE.”
Many internally believe that Morrison will soon part ways with WWE. Company personnel speculated to Wrestling Observer editor Dave Meltzer that while Morrison has not upset management, he, like Drew McIntyre, is paying the price for his significant other’s actions.
Former WWE Diva Maria Kanellis made similar allegations during last week’s Raw discussion show for AfterBuzzTV.com after co-host Lilian Garcia pondered why McIntyre and Morrison are not receiving greater pushes.
Maria said of McIntyre, “I have a feeling he’s paid for someone else’s sins, problems, because Drew’s really good. I’d love to see him do more stuff, but it’s unfortunate that that happens.”
Maria then said of Morrison, “I think it’s a lot of complications of outside stuff. I think that a lot of times they go with who’s going to be there, who’s always going to be there, who’s going to be the easiest. He’s very easy and I love him to pieces, but I think it’s outside complications. I think that’s why.”
— Former WWE Champion Batista stated on Twitter that he will be appearing on Playboy Radio tomorrow morning at 11:30 a.m. ET/8:30 CT. The program airs on Sirius Satellite Radio 102 and XM Satellite Radio 102.
— Mike Knox wants nothing to do with the professional wrestling industry following his release from WWE last year. Friends of the 33-year-old say he became depressed over being let go by WWE and therefore won’t accept requests for independent dates or even conventions.
— Melina’s first post-WWE match on Saturday, November 19, 2011 at Women Superstars Uncensored’s Wargames Internet pay-per-view has been moved to the NYWC Sportatorium in Deer Park, Long Island due to ongoing issues with the ACE Arena in Union City, New Jersey. She will face Serena Deeb.
Last Monday, the Superstars of Raw voted “no confidence” in WWE Chief Operating Officer Triple H’s leadership of WWE’s flagship brand. Former WWE Women’s Champion Melina has weighed in on the matter as a fan asked her on Twitter tonight during Raw if she herself would have walked out.
Melina responds (which she later challenged the “dirt sheets” to publish): “I don’t watch the show but this is my take, I would have walked out on the people who tell lies to the WWE Universe who say they fight for them and that they are trying to make a change but they aren’t trying at all.
“That “1%” who are only out for themselves and don’t care who they step on to get there do not have my respect. I’d walk out on those hypocrites but that has nothing to do with the fans. I would walk out on the people strangling the art of wrestling because The Fans DESERVE to see the talent they love get opportunities! The WWE Universe DESERVES to see The BEST in sports entertainment which is not being provided. I would walk out on those who are keeping the Fans from getting that.
“As I said before, I do not watch so I don’t know what the story lines are or what’s going on. I’m just pretending what I would do in an imaginary scenario that has lots of truth behind it.”
Melina continued airing her grievances as she further explained why she no longer watches WWE programming.
“I don’t watch because I know that everyone is kept from what they are capable of. There’s so much talent being held back,” she wrote to a fan. “I used to watch as a fan. Knowing what I know, it hurts to watch my friends not be able to do what they are capable of doing.”
She added further, “I do believe the fans deserve 2C what THEY want & not be told what they “should” C. Stop playing & give the fans what they want!”
Posted October 10th, 2011 in News, WWE. Tagged: Melina.
– Chris Jericho answered a series of fan questions Saturday on Twitter and was asked if he plans on returning to WWE. He responded:
“No plans as of right now.”
– Since parting ways with WWE in August, Melina has been posting and favoring messages on Twitter which suggest that her relationship with John Morrison is not picture perfect. She interestingly added the following messages to her Favorites list late last week.
“I’m proud of my heart. It’s been played, stabbed, cheated, burned and broken, but somehow still works.”
“I never get jealous when I see my ex with someone else, because my parents always taught me to give my used toys to the less fortunate.”
– Former WWE star Stevie Richards turns 40 years old today.
— Maria Kanellis stated this afternoon on Twitter that she would only consider returning to WWE if she is given the opportunity to compete for a women’s championship.
“I have only one thing in my life that I regret and thats not getting to really fight for the Woman’s Championship. If I ever come back it would be for a belt,” she wrote in a response to a query regarding a possible return to the organization.
— Former WWE Diva Melina is scheduled to appear at the Middletown Flea Market (located at 128 Dolson Ave Middletown, New York) Saturday from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. for an autograph signing.
— Bruno Sammartino celebrated his 76th birthday yesterday in Italy. He attended a ceremony in his hometown of Pizzoferrato, where an individual received the annual Bruno Sammartino Award.
— Former WWE Divas Champion Jillian Hall stated on Twitter that she was attacked by a cat on Monday night.
“Hands were gushing blood, swollen and hurt so bad,” she wrote. “Now am in the ER. Changing view on cats. 12 bites!”
She also posted images of her bloodied hands, and noted she was merely trying to pick up the cat.
— Melina has opened a store on eBay, which features autographed photos and outfits she wore in WWE.
She has also been added to the Frank & Son Collectible Show, which takes place December 17 at 16549 San Jose Ave Rowland Heights, California 91748 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Candice Michelle, Torrie Wilson, Maria Kanellis and Traci Brooks are also scheduled to appear.
Former WWE Diva Melina has denied an online report claiming that she was planning to involve herself in last week’s Divas Tag Team Match on Raw.
She responded on Twitter, “Ha ha! If I was going to fly ANYWHERE I’d fly to Hawaii and have fun or Vegas. Monday I was tweeting you guys and watching the Sheen Roast.
“It’s funny that rumors are still active even when out of the WWE. It’s outrageous and can be hurtful but I’m still on people’s minds.”
The report alleged that Natalya received a text message from Melina—who had a ticket to the Cleveland show—asking, “If I jump KK (Kelly Kelly), you will play ball right?”
The report adds: “Natalya presumed this was a joke, but showed it to the Divas’ liaison who after alerting WWE security then asked her to ring Melina to find out exactly what she had planned. The conversation, which Natalya put on loud-speaker with several members of the lockeroom present included a rambling and possibly under the influence Melina suggesting that attacking Kelly live on Raw would get her a job back as a Diva as “Vince loves reality angles.”
The report then claims that Melina was spotted in line for the show with a ticket, but was turned away at the door.
Posted September 27th, 2011 in News, WWE. Tagged: Melina.
Beth Phoenix appeared on Between The Ropes with Brian Fritz. Highlights from the interview are as follows:
On teaming with her good friend Natalya to form the Divas of Doom: “I got hired by the WWE and was in the developmental system and she ended being hired shortly thereafter. From first sight, people were like wow, you guys could be sisters, you look so similar and we have a very similar power style in the ring. And we just really became close and became friends and became each others support units although we didn’t really cross paths on the show too much. But behind the scenes we would really be close. She’s really the only diva that I trust with everything as a friend and in the ring. That’s why as my ally I’m so excited to be able to work with her and to form this Divas of Doom because it’s like going to work with my best friend which is pretty cool.”
On the potential feud with Awesome Kong (Kharma) that didn’t happen: “I was really disappointed that things turned out that way because I was probably the most excited out of everybody (of Kong joining the company) because not only does she have this mystique about her but I can remember for years when she was doing things elsewhere that was always the comparison. That was my far off, distant dream opponent I supposed because I got asked more than anything else ‘what are you going to do when you meet Kharma’. At the time, it wasn’t a possibility but then when she came in, I was so excited because I was like wow, this could actually come true. This could actually happen and I think it would be something epic for the divas that we haven’t had in a long time. Nobody was more disappointed than me.”
On whether or not Melina and her personality didn’t fit with others: “I never had anything but respect for Melina. I’m not a super social person. I have my best friend in Natalya. That’s who I stick to and I don’t go out and party or anything like that or socialize a lot with the other divas. You know, I didn’t really get to know her personality maybe but speaking from my own personal experience, I respect her very much and what she did and she has a great passion for this business. And I know whatever the future holds for her she’ll do a great job with it.”
— Melina is returning to her roots as she has been announced for Wrestling All Star Pros’ upcoming tour of Mexico. The multi-time champion is of Mexican descent.
Other former WWE talent scheduled for the tour taking place Nov. 4-20 include Vladimir Kozlov, Chris Masters, Tommy Dreamer, Carlito, The Boogeyman, Super Crazy, Eugene, Trevor Murdoch, Jillian Hall, Serena, Mr. Aguila and referee Marty Elias.
SHIMMER Champion Madison Eagles has earned the number one position in Pro Wrestling Illustrated’s fourth annual “PWI Female 50” list, which ranks the top 50 women’s wrestlers in North America from July 1, 2010 through June 30, 2011. She succeeds Michelle McCool, who ranked No. 1 in last year’s list.
Pro Wrestling Illustrated attributes their decision to ranking Eagles as the top women’s wrestler in North America with the following: “This year’s list was unlike any other in the four-year history of the “Female 50.” For one thing, there was no obvious frontrunner in either WWE or TNA. Last year’s number one, Michelle McCool, retired after a few lackluster months. The WWE Divas title dropped in prominence and was held for a significant amount of time by Brie Bella who, while improved, doesn’t exactly conjure thoughts of Sensational Sherri or Trish Stratus.”
Mickie James and Madison Rayne were also considered for the top spot, but for a variety of reasons, were ultimately deemed not worthy.
“So we made a bold decision. We looked to the indies. Two possible candidates were SHIMMER champion Madison Eagles and WSU champion Mercedes Martinez. It was a difficult choice to make,” the magazine explains. “Fortunately for us, Martinez and Eagles faced off in March for Eagles’ SHIMMER title. Eagles managed to win a terrific match, which proved to be the deciding factor in our decision.”
PWI also explains how the “Female 50” was determined: “To determine this list, we evaluated each woman’s innate wrestling ability, accomplishments during the past year, physical strength and conditioning, quality of opposition, charisma, and title success.”
Some women’s wrestlers contracted to WWE and TNA, such as Nikki Bella, Rosa Mendes, Tamina and Brooke Tessmacher, were left off the “Female 50” because PWI felt they did not earn a spot over some of the independent talent listed. The magazine explains, “While being on WWE’s or TNA’s global platform helps your chances, it doesn’t mean you get a free passage onto the “Female 50.”
1. Madison Eagles
2. Mercedes Martinez
3. Mickie James
4. Natalya
5. Madison Rayne
6. Cheerleader Melissa
7. Beth Phoenix
8. Tara
9. MsChif
10. Sara Del Rey
11. Eve Torres
12. Angelina Love
13. Layla
14. Sarita
15. Kelly Kelly
16. Serena Deeb
17. Velvet Sky
18. Ayako Hamada
19. LuFisto
20. Winter
21. Brie Bella
22. Angel Orsini
23. Melina
24. Daizee Haze
25. Nikki Roxx
26. Gail Kim
27. Jazz
28. Maryse
29. Christina Von Eerie
30. Portia Perez
31. Rosita
32. ODB
33. Nicole Matthews
34. Rachel Summerlyn
35. Jessicka Havok
36. Brittany Force
37. Kellie Skater
38. Tina San Antonio
39. Melanie Cruise
40. Cherry Bomb
41. Sassy Stephie
42. Tasha Simone
43. Alicia Fox
44. Amber O’Neal
45. Allison Danger
46. Kacee Carlisle
47. Brittany Savage
48. A.J.
49. Melissa Coates
50. Jessica James
Former WWE Diva Melina participated in a live chat with fans this past Sunday at RealMelina.com. She commented on her recent departure from WWE, where she sees herself in ten years, whether she’s looking to make an “IMPACT” in the future or be a woman of “HONOR,” what it takes be a WWE Diva, and much more. Highlights from the chat session are as follows:
Melina, when you live a lifestyle where one person is home and the other is almost constantly on the road, how on Earth do you pass time till they get back?
“FOR ME, I HAVE 7 YEARS OF STUFF THAT I NEVER GOT TO DO. IVE BEEN ON THE ROAD SO LONG THAT THERE ARE MANY PROJECTS UN FINISHED AND THINGS I WASN’T ABLY TO DO… NOW I GET TO FINALLY FINISH AND DO THEM. SOON WHEN I GET THINGS IN ORDER REALMELINA.COM WILL HAVE MORE BLOGS AND STUFF.”
What actually happened at that last mini rumble. Were you meant to go so early and if not why did Beth push you out so quickly?
“THE WWE WANTED ME OUT AS FAST AS POSSIBLE SO I WENT TO TIE A SHOE AND OOOPSIE!”
What do you see for yourself 10 years from now Melina?
“I WILL HAVE HAD A CHILD AND ADOPTED 2, HAVE ACCOMPLISHED ALL THE THINGS I WANTED TO DO & EXPERIENCE IN WRESTLING AND HOPEFULLY FINISHED SCHOOL (PSYCHOLOGY) SO I CAN WORK TO HELP PEOPLE”
Melina… why are you typing in CAPS? Just… a curious MELinquent here :P
“WHEN I WAS OUT ON INJURY AND FIRST STARTED LIVE CHATS. I STARTED DOING CAPS BECAUSE I WANTED PEOPLE TO BE ABLE TO TELL WHICH ONE IS MY POST AND THE POST IM ANSWERING”
What do you think it takes to be a WWE Diva?
“YOU HAVE TO HAVE A STRONG SENSE OF SELF. NOT ONLY DO YOU HAVE TO HAVE A UNIQUE IMAGE (THATS YOU NOTHING FORCED) AND ATHLETICISM, YOU HAVE TO HAVE A STRONG WILL, LOVE AND UNDERSTANDING WHEN IT ALL GOES WRONG…. TO NOT LET IT HURT YOU…. YOU GOTTA BE STRONG AND KEEP MOVING FORWARD.”
Sometimes I feel like your release was part of a storyline because I don’t think WWE would release such great talent like you.
“I ASSURE YOU IT ISN’T A STORYLINE. IF IT IS I WISH THEY COULD CLUE ME IN BECAUSE THIS IS MESSED UP! :P”
I have a question for you all.. would you like to see Melina make an IMPACT in the future or be a woman of HONOR?
“YOU NEVER KNOW! I ALWAYS KEEP MY OPTIONS OPEN. THEN SURPRISE YA!!!”
Are you the REAL WWE Diva Maxine? Or do you two just have the same name?
“PLEASE SPREAD THIS AROUND THE INTERNET
——————I AM NOT RELATED TO MAXINE——————–“
Melina also commented on her upcoming match against former WWE talent Serena Deeb at the Womens Superstars Uncensored iPPV, Breaking Barriers II.
She wrote, “I AM SO EXCITED ABOUT WSU…. I ALWAYS WANTED TO WORK WITH SERENA. NOW I CAN… AND NOW I CAN CREATE SOMETHING I HAVE DREAMED FOR FOR YEARS. A MATCH LONGER THAN 2 MINUTES AND WITH AN OPPONENT THAT I KNOW WILL TAKE ME TO MY LIMIT. THIS IS A MATCH THAT I HAVE NOTHING TO PROVE TO ANYOE…. THIS IS SOMETHING I NEED TO DO FOR ME.”
Posted September 6th, 2011 in News. Tagged: Melina.
Former WWE diva Melina recently did a photo shoot for SNAPS Photography, and several images from the shoot are now online. Check out Melina Perez looking hot as ever:
Posted August 30th, 2011 in News, WWE. Tagged: Melina.
— Melina Perez continues to stir controversy even outside WWE as reports surfaced last week that the recently released Diva is seeking $3,000 and first class accommodations to appear at independent wrestling events. Women Superstars Uncensored, who is advertising Perez to appear at their Breaking Barriers II event on Nov. 11 in Union City, New Jersey, says her reported asking price is untrue.
The women’s wrestling league issued a statement on Twitter regarding the matter, which reads, “We will tell you now and squash rumors now. We are paying no where near that, whoever leaked that must have had an agenda.”
Melina poked fun at the rumor after arriving to New York City last Friday for an autograph signing. She wrote, “Just got off the plane after sippin’ on mimosas & taking a good, long nap in 1st class. Ready to party in NYC. Cuz I’m Melina B!tch*s!!!”
— Reby Sky announced that she has re-signed with Lucha Libre USA, where she acts as a featured personality.
WWE offered Sky, a former Playboy model, a developmental contract late last year, but was forced to decline due to her contract with Lucha Libre USA. Since then she has undergone wrestling training with Matt Hardy, her boyfriend, and competed at numerous independent events.
— Jimmy Yang announced Monday on Twitter that he received payment from TNA Wrestling after performing for the organization in late June.
He wrote, “Woo Woo Woo finally got paid i guess better late then never.”
Yang complained recently on Twitter that a check issued to him by the organization bounced when he attempted to deposit into his banking account. He was called “unprofessional” by an office employee for drawing attention to the matter.
— In her first post-WWE appearance, Melina managed Eric Young at Saturday’s Family Wrestling Entertainment event in New York City. She led the TNA star to victory as he captured the FWE Heavyweight Championship in a three-way match against Charlie Haas and Jay Lethal.
— SoCal Val is advertised to appear at the Frank & Son Collectible Show (located on 19649 San Jose Ave. City of Industry, California) on Saturday, September 24 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Visit frankandsonshow.net for more information.
It was reported earlier today that a promoter who reached out to former WWE talent Melina Perez to book her for an independent wrestling event was informed by her representative that she is asking for $3,000 per appearance, as well as first class travel and hotel accommodations. Reigning PWG World Champion Kevin Steen, who has competed on the independent circuit for over ten years, made fun of the former WWE Diva’s reported asking fee.
He wrote on Twitter, “$3000 plus first class air and hotel?! Fuck…I’ve been charging way too little…”
A Twitter user then asked Steen, “Is there any real evidence that claim is accurate?” He responded, “Who cares?! I want to make fun of it. So it’s true.”
Ring of Honor talent Colt Cabana also lampooned Melina’s reported demands, writing to Steen on Twitter: “My wrestling fee has now gone from 2 diet cokes and a cupcake to 3 bajillionfajillion dollars… Pay up promoters!”
Steen then wrote a message predicting that John Morrison will follow Melina’s lead out of WWE and work indy shows alongside her. He wrote to Cabana: “I think that once her boyfriend gets released, promoters can save on (transportation) and book both of them. She’ll just ride with him.”
Anarchy Championship Wrestling promoter Darin Childs also gave his take on the matter, writing on the microblogging website, “As a promoter I should never do things like this, buuuut can we all LOL together at Melina’s appearance demands?”
Meanwhile, Melina garnered numerous messages today on her Twitter account regarding the claim and privately indicated to some users that it is untrue.
