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  • Hall/Nash/Waltman Tour, Foley Venue Change, DiBiase/Duggan Appearances

    -The Ministry Of Slam Promotions are presenting a tour with Kevin Nash, Scott Hall and Sean Waltman from November 19th through November 21st. All three guys will be doing talk shows and Q&A’s in Glasgow, Manchester and London. For more information, visit MinistryOfSlam.com.

    -WWE Hall Of Famer “The Million Dollar Man” Ted DiBiase will be appearing at the Times Union Center in Albany, New York taking photos and signing autographs for $20 at The Bro Show.

    -“Hacksaw” Jim Duggan will be appearing at the New York Comic Con at the Javits Center in New York from October 10th through October 13th at Booth 2923.

    -Mick Foley’s comedy appearance in Corpus Christi, Texas on October 4th has changed venues. For more information, visit PurplePass.com.

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  • Trish Stratus To Give Birth Any Day, Kelly Kelly Lands Movie Role, Foley Note

    – Mick Foley noted on Twitter last night he was getting ready to board an 18-hour flight to entertain United States troops overseas.

    – Former WWE Diva Kelly Kelly has landed a role in an independent film titled “Angel Investors.”

    – WWE Hall of Famer Trish Stratus is currently overdue with her pregnancy, so she’ll be giving birth any day now.

  • Jim Ross On Steve Austin’s Podcast, Undertaker Breaks Character & More

    – Steve Austin’s latest “Steve Austin Show” podcast with special guest Jim Ross is now online and can be heard at Podcastone.com.

    Steve Austin Talks About Wrestling Again & Jim Ross’ Future

    – WWE Hall of Famer Mick Foley appeared on Monday’s episode of the Adam Carolla Show podcast, which you can listen to at AdamCarolla.com.

    – According to a few fans who have already watched the new Triple H “Thy Kingdom Come” DVD (released today), The Undertaker is featured in a rare out-of-character interview talking about his relationship with Triple H over the years.

  • Foley Thanks WWE, Goldust Talks McMahon Family, Lilian/NFL, Sheamus Update

    -Former WWE Superstar Dustin “Goldust” Rhodes continues to have words for the McMahon Family on his official Twitter account. The following is Goldust’s latest:

    “Nobody is gonna help you up when this is over @TripleH @StephMcMahon ! #WatchThemAllFall @WWE #RhodesDynasty4Life”

    -WWE Hall Of Famer Mick Foley posted a tweet on his official Twitter account thanking WWE for setting up a meeting for him with the U.S. Marine Corps at Camp Pendleton in California this weekend. Foley wrote:

    “Really enjoyed meeting members of the @USMC today at Camp Pendleton. Very cool of @WWE to set that up for me on such short notice.”

    -WWE Diva and ring announcer Lilian Garcia sang the National Anthem before the Buffalo Bills vs. New York Jets NFL game at MetLife Stadium today.

    -Currently sidelined WWE Superstar Sheamus made one of his first public appearances since going down with an injury on Saturday. Sheamus appeared at the Wizard World Convention in Columbus, Ohio.

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  • Update On Eugene’s WWE Return, WWE Pay-Per-View Notes & More

    -While Nick Dinsmore, the former “Eugene” character in WWE, has not officially commented on his return to the company, he has been re-tweeting congratulatory messages from friends and co-workers on his official Twitter account. As noted previously, Dinsmore has been named head trainer of the WWE developmental territory. Dinsmore is expected to report to Orlando in the near future to begin his new job.

    -WWE is running the Bret Hart Dungeon Collection on pay-per-view this month. Next month, WWE will be running the Mick Foley documentary on pay-per-view.

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  • WWE Hall Of Famer Undergoing Surgery Today, Foley Notes, Batista Film Review

    -WWE Hall Of Famer Gerald Brisco, who celebrates his 67th birthday today, will be undergoing surgery on his right hand today.

    -Speaking of WWE Hall Of Famers, Mick Foley will be performing his comedy routine at the American Comedy Company in San Diego this coming Saturday night at 7:30PM. Foley will perform again on Sunday in Corona, California at the M15 Concert Bar & Grill.

    -The television show “At The Movies” with David Stratton gave the film “Riddick,” which features former WWE Superstar Batista in a prominent role two stars. Film reviewer Margaret Pomeranz gave the film three-and-a-half stars.

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  • More On Rey Mysterio’s Return This Weekend, Mick Foley/Community Event

    -As reported previously, WWE Superstar Rey Mysterio is advertised for this weekend’s WWE live event in Hidalgo, Texas. WWE will run Hidalgo on both Saturday and Sunday night, with the Mysterio appearance being billed as “one night only” on the Saturday evening show. The advertised main event for Saturday’s event in Hidalgo is Daniel Bryan vs. Randy Orton.

    -Part-time WWE Superstar and hardcore legend-turned-comedian Mick Foley is scheduled to take part in a community event in Westport, Connecticut on Wednesday night. Apparently the city of Westport is celebrating 90 years of the Westport-Weston Family Y.M.C.A. For more information, visit Westport.DailyVoice.com.

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  • Daniel Bryan Stripped Of WWE Title, Mick Foley Comments On The Fast Count

    -As seen on WWE RAW on Monday night, WWE COO Triple H stripped Daniel Bryan of the WWE Championship. Bryan won the title from Randy Orton via pinfall at the WWE Night Of Champions pay-per-view on Sunday night. However, due to an alleged fast count by senior official Scott Armstrong, “The Game” decided to strip Bryan of the title and hold the title up until further notice.

    -One WWE Hall Of Famer who won’t be surprised to hear about the aforementioned news of the WWE Championship being stripped from Daniel Bryan is Mick Foley. Foley wrote on Twitter prior to the start of Monday’s RAW show:

    “Something tells me that last night’s 3-count will be called into question tonight on #RAW.”

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  • Notes On Foley/Jericho Shows, Bret Hart Does Impromptu Q&A In Montreal

    -Former WWE Superstars Kevin Nash, Mick Foley, Bret “The Hitman” Hart and Chris Jericho were all at the Comic Con event in Montreal, Quebec, Canada on Saturday night.

    Speaking of Foley and Jericho, both guys performed in Montreal on Saturday. Foley had a comedy show, that was scheduled for 45 minutes, but went 90 minutes when Bret Hart was brought on stage for an impromptu question and answer session. Jericho and his band Fozzy played a rock and roll concert.

    -Mick Foley performs another standup comedy show tonight in Boston, MA. at Nick’s Comedy Club at 8:00pm ET.

    -Chris Jericho performs another show tonight at the Phoenix Concert Theatre in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

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  • Foley Puts Over Ambrose & Wyatt, Morrison On Adult Swim, Former WWE Star On MTV

    -At WWE Hall Of Famer Mick Foley’s comedy show in Boston this weekend, he was asked if there were any current pro wrestlers around that he felt could be the next Mick Foley. Foley said he thinks Dean Ambrose or Bray Wyatt could be the next Mick Foley.

    -Former WWE Superstar John Morrison was featured in a brief appearance on the Adult Swim show STSF-SD-SUV last week playing an undercover version of the robot SAM.

    -Former WWE Superstar Giovanni Roselli will be featured on the MTV show Nikki And Sara Life on Tuesday at 11:00pm ET.

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  • Mick Foley Comments On Goldust/Orton RAW Match, Shaul Guerrero Return Update

    -WWE Hall Of Famer Mick Foley recently posted a blog on his official Facebook page where he shared his thoughts on the Goldust vs. Randy Orton match from Monday’s Night Of Champions “go-home” edition of WWE RAW in Toronto.

    Foley wrote:

    “Like many of you, I have found myself completely caught up in the trials and tribulations of the Rhodes family. From Cody’s heartfelt exit from WWE, to older brother Dustin’s ability to turn back the hands of time to participate in an outstanding, emotional match with Randy Orton, to the bitter disappointment displayed with his agonizingly painful post-match walk down the hallway: this Rhodes family saga has quickly catapulted from mid-card curiosity to must-see real life drama. Congratulations to everyone involved in making this scenario so captivating.”

    -As noted previously, the daughter of Eddie and Vickie Guerrero, Shaul Guerrero, is training at the WWE Performance Center for a return to the ring. Shaul recently brought back her old Raquel Diaz character to NXT and Twitter.

    Diaz wrote:

    “Hello Raquetts! Thanks so much for all the love and support. Lets just say I’m coming back ULTRA fab, ULTRA sheek, the ULTRA DIVA #LoveIt”

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  • VIDEO: Mick Foley Talks WWE Dress Code, Favorite Opponents, Chael Sonnen/MMA

    WWE Hall Of Famer Mick Foley recently sat down with SIRIUS/XM Satelitte Radio host Sam Roberts about a number of topics.

    Foley talked about his favorite opponents, mixed-martial-arts and Chael Sonnen in particular, as well as a story about how when WWE implemented their dress code policy, he was among a handful of talent that was told they did not have to adhere to it. Since then, however, Foley mentioned he was pulled aside and told that he would have to adhere to the dress code.

    Check out a video of the interview below:

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  • Titus O’Neal Dating Reality TV Star, Mick Foley Responds To Criticism About RAW

    – People.com reports that WWE Superstar Titus O’Neil is dating reality TV star Omarosa Manigualt (“The Apprentice”). The report notes that this is Omarosa’s first relationship since her fiancee [actor] Michael Clarke Duncan passed away last year.

    – After reading negative feedback to Monday’s RAW, Mick Foley posted the following message on his Facebook page:

    “DON’T DO IT, BIG SHOW!

    I noticed that there was some negative feedback concerning last night’s Raw – some people feel like the Triple H/Orton/Shield faction has assumed too much power, too soon. But let me ask you this: how many of you found yourselves talking to your TV screen..actually TALKING to your TV screens, saying things like “no, Big Show, don’t do it!” I know I was..and I don’t talk to my screen all that often.

    The look in Show’s eyes after he KO’s Daniel Bryan was just heartbreaking. I believe he, along with Daniel, Punk and Heyman, are all embarking on some pretty deep trips into the human mind. I don’t know where these trips will lead, or what they’ll find when they get there, but my guess is it’s going to make for some captivating television.”

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  • Mick Foley Blogs About AJ Lee Promo, Edge Hosting SyFy Show

    -WWE Hall Of Famer Adam “Edge” Copeland will be hosting SyFy’s Ghost Mine on September 4th.

    -The following is an excerpt from a new online blog by WWE Hall Of Famer Mick Foley, where he discusses AJ Lee’s promo from Monday’s RAW:

    Yes, that was an amazing promo by AJ – primarily because she believed every word of it to be true..or at least it seemed that way to this 28 year wrestling veteran. After all, going back to the lessons I learned from Michael PS Hayes, a heel is always at their most believable and frightening and believable when they absolutely believe in their own words and actions. AJ’s words were convincing and seem to be the ones being embraced by the WWE Universe. I know many people look at Bri and Nikki and see two beautiful women who have been given their spot in the company due to their beauty and choice in boyfriends.

    That’s not what I see when I look at Bri and Nikki. I see two strong, proud women who walked away from WWE in April 2012 following a legitimate business disagreement with the company. Bri and Nikki wanted to have more say in what they could and could not do outside of WWE. The company disagreed. I know that feeling. I’ve been there. The Bellas took a stand and walked away. I know that feeling too. But they didn’t do it the Mick Foley way – whining and complaining, and (ask Layla about this sometime) even yelling a little bit. They did it the right way. They took a stand, did everything they were asked to do, and left with their heads held high; earning a heightened respect from everyone they dealt with on their way out.

    And when they returned, they came back with a piece of the puzzle that had been missing from the Divas division. They returned with “Total Divas” – the vehicle the entire Divas division has driven to new heights of acceptance and mainstream recognition. I’ve often wondered why AJ wasn’t part of the show. Obviously, she’s a unique character and an an extremely talented wrestler. I would have really enjoyed the opportunity to see her outside the ring – to see how much AJ the performer and AJ the character had in common. I could completely understand any hard feelings she might harbor against the Bellas in that regard. But the idea that the Bellas haven’t worked for everything they’ve received is just plain wrong from this Hall of Famer’s perspective.

    Check out the complete blog online at Facebook.com/RealMickFoley.

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  • Foley Says He’s Disappointed WWE Hasn’t Embraced His Comedy, Talks Punk/Bryan

    SESCOOPS.COM reader Aaron Carnevale from Monday Night Mayhem sent along the following highlights from Mick Foley’s recent appearance on their radio show:

    How his “Tales From Wrestling Past LIVE” differs from a typical “stand-up comedy”: “Well there are all kinds of comedians. Most people associate comedy with jokes, and I don’t really do many set-up punch line jokes. I try to take people on a journey, where they are laughing most of the time and intently listening some of the time. I also reserve the right to say stuff that is ridiculous.”

    The WWE’s reaction to his comedy shows and the possibilities of making “Tales From Wrestling Past LIVE” part of a WWE Pay-Per-View weekend (the night before or right after the PPV): “They are giving a lot of positive feedback. I think this is the year that they (WWE) will see that they don’t need to take a giant leap into this form of entertainment. They just need to take a side-step, and they are there. I have been a little disappointed that WWE hasn’t embraced it yet, but I really believe in a year’s time they will make it part of SummerSlam Axxess.”

    Why he enjoys “being on the outside, looking in” and his thoughts on the current WWE landscape with Daniel Bryan and CM Punk at the helm: “One of the fun parts of being on the outside looking in is I find out things when everyone else will. I think Daniel Bryan isn’t only responding with the best wrestling of his career, but he is also reaching emotional depths that he wasn’t reaching a few short years ago. I’m also a big fan of Punk’s storyline (with Paul Heyman) right now.”

    Check out the complete interview online at MondayNightMayhem.com.

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  • WWE Notes: Mick Foley’s Stand-Up, The Rock’s Movie On DVD, Gorgeous George

    -WWE Hall Of Famer Mick Foley will be performing his stand-up comedy routine at the Houston Improv on October 2nd at 8pm local time. Tickets are available at $25-35.

    -Speaking of Foley’s stand-up, The Gainesville Sun out of Florida has a featured article up on their website about his tour. You can check that out online at Gainesville.com.

    -The Douglas County Sentinel has a featured article up on their website about the old Dumont TV network and their inclusion of pro wrestling, as well as Gorgeous George. You can read that online at DouglasCountySentinel.com.

    -The movie “Pain & Gain” starring Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and Mark Wahlberg will be available on both DVD and Blu-ray this coming Tuesday, August 27th.

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  • Update On Ric Flair/WWE2K14 Ordeal, Mick Foley’s In-Ring Future & More

    -As we reported earlier today, WWE was said to be furious at the Ric Flair ordeal during the WWE2K14 press conference on Saturday. Despite the fact the WWE side is not happy with Flair for his conduct during the presser, apparently the 2K Sports representatives weren’t upset at all about it.

    For more information about the Ric Flair situation, and in-depth backstage details on WWE’s reaction to everything that went down, read the following exclusive article at 24Wrestling.com.

    -Another note coming out of the presser, although it shouldn’t come as a surprise to anyone reading this, is that Mick Foley went on record guaranteeing the fans that he can never wrestle again, even if he wanted to.

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  • CM Punk’s Special Use Of A Steel Chair, New AJ Lee Online Photo Gallery, Foley

    -WWE Hall Of Famer Mick Foley will be performing his stand-up comedy show at 9:30pm local-time at the Hollywood Improv next Sunday night after the WWE SummerSlam pay-per-view. Because of the location of the show, expect a lot of WWE talent at the show in support of Foley.

    -The Hall Of Very Good website has an article up today talking about WWE Superstar CM Punk using a steel chair to bat in Kerry Wood’s “Wiffle Ball Classic” at Wrigley Field in Chicago, Illinois on Saturday. You can read more about that story online at HallOfVeryGood.com.

    -For those interested, the Rant Sports website has added a new photo gallery of April Jeanette Mendez, better known to WWE fans as WWE Diva AJ Lee. You can check those out online at RantSports.com.

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  • WWE Scout At Dory Funk’s TV Taping, Mick Foley Video Interview, Dutch Savage

    -WWE Hall Of Famer Mick Foley appeared on “The Morning Blend” on TMJ14 in Milwaukee to promote his upcoming comedy gig at the Mirmar Theater on Sunday at 7pm. Foley talked about his Christmas projects such as the movie “I Am Santa Claus.” Foley also discussed Mr. Socko and other random topics. You can check out a video of the appearance online at TheMorningBlend.com.

    -The SLAM! Wrestling website out of Canada has a feature-piece on their website about the late Dutch Savage. You can check that out online at Slam.Canoe.ca.

    SESCOOPS.COM reader Dory Funk sent along the following:

    WWE Talent Scout, Jerry Brisco Coming to !BANG! TV Taping

    Jerry Brisco will be in attendance at the next !BANG! TV Taping, Support Your Troops 95, “Friday Night Fight” at the !BANG! TV Sound Stage in Ocala, Florida. The event will take place Friday August 23rd Showtime is 7:00pm. Jerry Brisco will be here to scout wrestling talent for WWE.

    Headlining the card will be a World Title Match featuring 3rd Generation Romero Youngblood (Champion) defending against the challenge of Triple Sport Star (Baseball, Football and Wrestling) Quinton “Drop-Back” Hitchcock.

    Also on the card – Dory Funk Jr., Johnny Magnum, Shane Chung, Hollywood Heather, Claudia “The Claw” Reiff, Jessica “Power-House” Hill, Ryan “The Rogue” Passmore, Bulldog Bryson Michaels, Hector “Taino” Alicea and a Special Appearance by Noah “Spike” Mayser and more.

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  • Mick Foley Talks About Daniel Bryan, The Attitude Era, Stand Up Comedy & More

    WWE Hall of Famer Mick Foley recently spoke to Red Eye Chicago to promote his ongoing comedy tour. Here are some highlights of what the hardcore legend said about:

    The TV-14 rating is still discussed as something the WWE could possibly go back to. Do you think the PG rating was the right decision by the company?

    I really do. With the TV-14 there were a lot of sponsors the WWE couldn’t bring in because of the rating. I think it was frustrating when they were doing gigantic ratings and couldn’t draw the sponsors during the Attitude Era. They did great business during a horrible economic time and continue to draw adults to bring their children to watch the product.

    Who was/is the funniest wrestler you know?

    Well some of the funniest guys backstage couldn’t translate that humor to the ring. There’s a fine line that guys use their humor for their character and guys that use their humor to define their character. I think every guy who has been successful has used humor to build their career. There was one moment in Milwaukee, where basically there were five guys in the Main Event match that could not control their upheavals of laughter. The Rock gave me an image the night before and when it was time to deliver my promo, I couldn’t get that out of my mind.

    In the past you have mentioned Daniel Bryan as being one of your favorite wrestlers to watch. Do you think he can take the same spot that John Cena has currently?

    He is just on fire right now. He is so much fun to watch. Right now he is the best combination wrestler since probably Edge was at his peak. Edge, at that time, was stealing the show whether he was wrestling or not. I love the fact that the two guys fighting for that top spot at SummerSlam is Daniel Bryan and CM Punk. I know Punk likes and respects Daniel but he will do his best each and every night. Stone Cold was on record saying he wanted to steal every show. He and I were good friends but we both stole the show at different times through the years. There has to be some unique marketing abilities for Daniel, and I have an idea or two I would like to pass WWE’s way. He would be one of the stars of my next children’s book if and when it gets published.

  • Matt Hardy’s Birthday Present To Reby Sky, The Shield Appearance, Foley/Tara, Jim Ross

    -Former WWE Superstar Matt Hardy recently posted a video clip of himself presenting his fiancee’ Reby Sky with her birthday present. You can check out the video at Facebook.com.

    -All three members of The Shield, Dean Ambrose, Seth Rollins and Roman Reigns will be appearing at The Chicago Wizard World Comic Con on August 10th at 3pm. Roman Reigns promoted the appearance in a new tweet posted on his official Twitter account on Tuesday. For more information, visit WizardWorld.com.

    -Jim Ross recently noted on Twitter that he will be appearing at Homeland Stores on Lindsey Street in Norman, Oklahoma on Saturday from 1-3pm.

    -Mick Foley posted a new tweet on Tuesday where he confirmed that Lisa Marie Varon, aka former TNA Knockout Tara and former WWE Diva Victoria, will be appearing at the WWE Hall Of Famer’s stand-up comedy show in Chicago on Thursday, August 8th.

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  • Details On TNA’s Plans For Rampage/Tito Ortiz; Mick Foley’s Upcoming Comedy Shows

    -As noted earlier, Bellator held a media conference call with Quinton “Rampage” Jackson and Tito Ortiz on Monday afternoon to promote the November 2nd pay-per-view fight between the two former UFC World Champions.

    In addition to the notes already on the site, it was revealed during the call that TNA Impact Wrestling already has a storyline set to aid in the promotion of the fight. While nothing specific was mentioned, it was strongly hinted that something significant would happen at the “Bound For Glory” pay-per-view.

    -WWE Hall Of Famer Mick Foley will be performing his stand up comedy show at the Mirmar Theater in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on Sunday night. Foley will also be performing at Zane’s Comedy Night Club in Chicago, Illinois on Thursday.

    Speaking of Foley, Temple-News.com currently has a review up on their website of his recent stand-up comedy show.

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  • “Accountability Crib” Crew Appears At Mick Foley Comedy Show, Trish Stratus & Candice Michelle

    -WWE Hall Of Famer Mick Foley performed another stand-up comedy show on Sunday in Atlanta. The part-time WWE Superstar was joined by fellow pro wrestling legends Diamond Dallas Page, Scott Hall and Jake “The Snake” Roberts. Foley commented on the guys showing up for his performance on Twitter, writing, “An awesome time tonight in Atlanta. Loved reliving old times onstage with @DDPYoga @SCOTTHALLNWO & @JakeSnakeDDT.”

    -WWE Hall Of Famer Trish Stratus is taking questions from fans for another edition of “Fan Forum Five.” Fans interested in sending in questions for the former WWE Diva can do so at TrishStratus.com.

    -Speaking of former WWE Divas, Candice Michelle recently noted on Twitter that she will serve as the special guest referee at the Wrestling Spectacular 2 event. Michelle will work the Women’s match featuring Angelina Love vs. Mickie James vs. Jillian Hall vs. Katie Lee Burchill vs. Rosita.

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  • E! Reality Stars At SummerSlam? Foley & Wife Purchase Store, Alundra Blaze

    – Former WWE Women’s Champion Alundra Blaze (known as Madusa in WCW) has been added to the Alumni section of WWE.com.

    – WWE Hall of Famer Mick Foley and his wife Collette recently bought the Design Consign Fashion store in Smithtown, New York.

    – Former TNA referee Rudy Charles is now using the name Dan Engler as a referee in WWE NXT.

    – WWE officials are trying to work out a deal with E! that would see some of their other reality TV show celebrities to make appearances at SummerSlam.

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  • Mick Foley Talks About His Ongoing Comedy Tour & Wrestling’s Influence On His Act

    WWE Hall of Famer Mick Foley was recently interviewed by Chicagoist.com to promote his “Tales From Wrestling Past” comedy show, which hits Zanies Comedy Night Club in Rosemont, IL on Thursday, August 8th. ( Show Info)

    Here are some highlights of what Foley said about:

    What His Audiences Are Like: “I would say 95 percent of the audience are wrestling fans, along with a brave few dragged out in support of significant others. I do get comedy club regulars who report to the owners that they’re happy. I recently did four shows in South Bend, Ind., and the club was full of regulars.”

    His Show Getting Positive Reviews: “I’ve been very pleased by the reviews. I did shows at the Montreal Comedy Festival and Edinburgh Fringe and Chortle, which is a respected UK comedy website that is notoriously tough in their reviews, made it a point to say “while he gives the fans the inside information they want to hear, he could do a little editing ” Another site, Broadway Babies, said my show was “great even for the loving dedicated spouse dragged against her will by husband.”

    His Comedy Show Focusing On Wrestling: “I don’t often venture out from my comfort zone. Again, it’s because people aren’t coming out to hear me tell stories about non-wrestling issues. I do describe how my career in professional wrestling has given me a unique perspective on traveling abroad, politics and pornography, but I have a tether that pulls me back in.”

    How Wrestling Helped Him Get Into Comedy: “It’s a double-edged sword, to tell you the truth. Name recognition does open doors but it doesn’t make it easy for people to walk through. I’m amazed by people who recognize me from Daily Show segments. I don’t try to force myself to do anything that isn’t comfortable. It’s like seeing Mick Jagger doing a solo show without playing any Rolling Stones tunes.”

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