– At this time, there are no immediate plans for WWE to shorten RAW back to 2 hours. While WWE officials acknowledge the dangers of producing too much content each week, no changes will be made until after WrestleMania 29 at the earliest.
– Chris Jericho tweeted that he recently joined the popular Nerdist podcast. No word on when the episode will air, but Jericho jokingly noted that topics discussed included #dinosaurs and #TheThingWithTwoHeads.
– WWE Superstar The Miz was recently interviewed by Jim Varsallone of The Miami Herald. Here’s video the interview:
– This week’s WWE Classics Five-Star Match of the Week was chosen by The Miz. Here’s what he said about his selection, the classic Chris Jericho vs. Shawn Michaels from WrestleMania 19:
“One of my favorite matches of all time was Chris Jericho vs. Shawn Michaels at WrestleMania in Seattle at Safeco Field. The reason why it’s my favorite is because I enjoyed the build up toward it with the story that Chris Jericho always wanted to be Shawn Michaels. He dressed like Shawn Michaels, did moves like Shawn Michaels and he felt that he was better and he could beat Shawn Michaels. Not only had he become a big star like his hero, but he also felt like he was better than his hero. They put on this spectacular match that was high-flying, hard-hitting, and just everything you want in a Five-Star Match. The greatest thing, in my opinion, was the ending. Shawn Michaels pins Chris Jericho, and then Jericho has this emotional moment where he’s almost crying. And you feel it. You feel the inner kid coming out of Chris Jericho. And they both go for that hug and you’re seeing this wonderful moment, and then the mean Chris Jericho comes out. He gives Shawn Michaels a low blow, shoves his face and walks out triumphantly. He didn’t win, but the thing you remember from that night was Chris Jericho making you feel that emotion.”
– WWE has published the following video looking back at CM Punk’s 400+ day WWE title reign:
– WWE.com has posted a new “Where Are They Now” feature looking at Scotty 2 Hotty, which you can view here. The article notes that the former WWE superstar is currently training for a new career as a firefighter.
– This Friday on the JBL & Cole Show, their guest will be the Great Khali. Michael Cole noted on Twitter that Khali will be there to teach them the “secrets to tweeting.”
– Speaking of Michael Cole, some of his commentary from Monday’s Christmas Eve edition of RAW was taped from his home, where he has a full recording studio set up.
– Tonight’s episode of WWE Main Event will feature a battle royal to determine a new #1 contender to Antonio Cesaro’s United States Title and tag team action featuring 3MB’s Jinder Mahal and Drew McIntyre vs. Tyson Kidd and Justin Gabriel.
– Here is the first trailer video for the WWE Studios film The Marine 3 starring The Miz:
– WWE has confirmed that this year’s Royal Rumble match will feature 30 Superstars. As previously reported, the Royal Rumble fan fest taking place in Phoenix the day before the event will feature a Battle Royal, with the winner earning a spot in the Rumble match.
– WWE superstars Christian and Tyson Kidd joked around on Twitter about the 12/21/12 “end of the world” hype turning out to be a bust.
Christian: “Mayans: Come for the apocalypse, stay for the jokes on Twitter.”
Tyson Kidd: “I hope this Mayan deal isn’t like the cable company coming to your house. Any time between 8-5.”
– The Shield member Seth Rollins tweeted the following explanation of his group’s recent attacks:
“People don’t like the idea of justice because it forces them to pick a side. Action begets reaction. #believeintheshield #justicelives”
– WWE officials currently have mixed feelings regarding The Miz’s recent babyface turn. His character needed to be freshened up and he’s been getting solid reactions from live WWE crowds, however most feel that he needs to continue improving his “good guy” persona.
The Miz had a pretty “awesome” time last weekend in Virginia for WWE’s Tribute to the Troops tapings. Aside from visiting with troops and wrestling at the show, The Miz also got to fly in an F/A-18 Navy fighter plane with with Squadron VFA-211 (also known as the “Fighting Checkmates”).
The Miz broke the speed of sound while ripping through the skies, reaching speeds of upto Mach 1.2 – 900 MPH. Check out this TMZ video –
Posted December 14th, 2012 in News, WWE. Tagged: The Miz.
– The Miz will be a guest host on the television show “Extra” this Thursday. He’ll take part in a segment with former WrestleMania competitor Maria Menounos at The Grove in Los Angeles.
– Zack Ryder tweeted the following about his match on RAW against Damien Sandow:
I was on #RAW…I lost…but I had an entrance…I’ll take it……
– The Miz, R-Truth, Layla, Eve and WWE CEO Vince McMahon will not be on hand for tonight’s Raw in Lafayette, Louisiana, since they are overseas visiting U.S. troops as part of a handshake tour. The group visited military bases in Bahrain today.
– Former WWE Intercontinental Champion Ken Shamrock no-showed his scheduled appearance for AAW Wrestling on Saturday in Merrionette Park, Illinois. He was advertised to face Sami Callihan. The promotion released the following message Sunday via Twitter regarding his absence: “Everyone was on edge all day yesterday regarding Shamrock. Here’s the story behind it. Ken canceled his plane ticket yesterday and didn’t inform his agent or AAW staff. Classic definition of a no show.”
– WWE will hold a live event at Ricoh Coliseum in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, on March 1, 2013 at 7:30 p.m. Ticketmaster.ca will hold a pre-sale beginning December 14, 2012 at 10:00 a.m.
– Jim Ross remarked via Twitter of Raw returning to his former stomping grounds tonight: “#WWE #RAW Lafayette, La Mon night. Memories of Ernie ‘Big Cat’ Ladd, weekly, Mid South live events, rowdy, villain hating fans, & gr8 food.” He added that he will not be on hand for the show.
– In this edition of “Backstage Fallout” for SmackDown World Heavyweight Champion Big Show has some words of warning for Sheamus for their Chairs Match at WWE TLC: Tables, Ladders & Chairs. Plus, Rosa Mendes “scouts” Alberto Del Rio.
– SmackDown color commentator John “Bradshaw” Layfield announced via Twitter that he will debut a new show on WWE.com next week: “Looking forward to The JBL Show debut next week! @wwe .com will carry it. @MichaelCole may also appear some. #dollarwithadime.”
– In the United Kingdom, The Miz is currently featured in a television commercial for Smyths Toys.
– 2013 will mark WWE’s 50th Anniversary, with a DVD set and other events planned to commemorate the milestone. Technically, the WWWF was around before 1963, but that’s the year when it was announced that Buddy Rogers had won a tournament in Rio de Janeiro to become the first Worldwide Wrestling Federation world champion.
– Michael Hayes is still the head booker of WWE’s live events. That job used to be done by WWE’s head of talent relations, but the company feels that Hayes is better suited for running the house shows than the current head of talent relations, Jane Geddes.
– There are several reasons for WWE turning The Miz to a babyface character. Aside from the fact that he’s got two movies coming out next year and would have a harder time promoting them as a heel, fans have really been getting behind him in recent months. The Miz did a great job being an annoying, self-centered jerk for most of his WWE career, but it’s also clear that he loves his job and is passionate about the business.
– Following reports in recent months indicating that The Undertaker’s in-ring career is uncertain, F4WOnline.com confirms that WWE brass spoke with the legendary wrestler this week and he’s “on board for a high-profile match.”
– The Miz, AJ Lee and Alicia Fox paid a visit to Riley’s Hospital for Children in Indianapolis, Indianapolis, last Friday to spread some holiday cheer. WWE has released the following video of their visit.
– Layla has been announced to appear with Sheamus at Barnes & Noble 3400 Forest Dr. Columbia, South Carolina, on Dec. 1. They will be signing copies of the new WWE Encyclopedia. Call 803-787-5600 for more information.
E!’S “THE SOUP” CELEBRATES WWE IN A SPECIAL EPISODE PREMIERING ON WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 21ST
Following A Regularly Scheduled Episode at 10pm, “The Soup” Host Joel McHale Welcomes WWE’s Biggest Superstars For A No-Holds-Barred Special Salute to WWE at 10:30pm
Los Angeles, CA, November 19, 2012 – Just in time for Thanksgiving, E!’s “The Soup” is serving up a special night filled with not one, but two brand new episodes on Wednesday, November 21st!
Starting at 10pm ET/PT, Joel McHale presents a fresh new episode of “The Soup” with his tongue-in-cheek humor audiences have grown to love. As if that weren’t enough, immediately following at 10:30pm ET/PT, Joel welcomes to the set some of WWE’s most popular Superstars and Divas including The Miz, Eve Torres, Rey Mysterio, Daniel Bryan and Hornswoggle, along with the legendary announcers Michael Cole and Jerry “The King” Lawler for the special episode, ” The Soup Salutes WWE- Pile Driving Clips in your Face.”
CHECK OUT A SNEAK PEEK FEATURING JOEL MCHALE, THE MIZ, EVE TORRES AND HORNSWOGGLE:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AecKn9Qj_TM
Complete with plenty of pec bouncing, “The Soup Salutes WWE- Pile Driving Clips in your Face” delivers the most hilarious WWE moments and themed clips. From David Hasselhoff engaging in creepy conversation with the WWE Divas and Hulk Hogan doggy-paddling Donald Trump to safety, to more ‘sober’ fist pumping on “Jersey Shore” and classy romance on “Love Games,” this special episode continues the tradition of presenting the “best” of the funniest moments in television. Plus, “The Soup” cameras follow as some of the WWE Superstars stop by the “Fashion Police” set to give Joan and Melissa Rivers a run for their money!
So, grab a chair and tune in to a night of “The Soup,” November 21st beginning at 10pm ET/PT, only on E!
– WWE superstar The Miz attended Friday night’s NBA basketball game between the Indiana Pacers and the Dallas Mavericks, according to ESPN.com. Miz was there to promote tonight’s Survivor Series PPV from Indianapolis.
– WWE stars AJ Lee, David Otunga and Alicia Fox volunteered at Gleaner’s Food Bank in Indiana over the weekend. Here are some Tweets sent out about the event:
Gleaner’s Food Bank: “@WWEAJLee all the volunteers made a huge difference in the lives of many children today! Thanks a ton again for comin out today AJ”
AJ Lee: “Food banks like @GleanersFBIndy have helped my family and I very much over the years. Good people. Felt amazing to give back even a little.”
David Otunga: “Giving is good for the soul! RT @nadjima69: @WWEUniverse@GleanersFBIndy David Otunga is really generous”
Check out these pictures of AJ, David Otunga & Alicia Fox volunteering at Gleaner’s Food Bank:
– Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson addressed the record breaking ticket sales for WrestleMania 29 ticket sales via Twitter: “NY/NJ – @WWE #TeamBringIt breaks all time tix sale record! @Giants @nyjets #MetLifeStadium #WrestleMania2013 #HomeOfTheRock.”
Tickets for WrestleMania 29 went on sale to the general public last Saturday and sold out almost immediately. All told, WWE sold 52,029 tickets, which broke the record set in 2002 for first day sales, which was at 51,620, according to the Wrestling Observer. The company also broke the record for the biggest gate in pro wrestling history, as the show has topped $10 million already.
– This week’s “Backstage Fallout” for SmackDown is online. Here is the synopsis: “Does Intercontinental Champion Kofi Kingston trust his Team Foley teammate The Miz? In this edition of “Backstage Fallout,” find out if “The Wildcat” can leave the “past in the past” and work with The Awesome One at Survivor Series. Plus, Wade Barrett tells the WWE Universe what they can expect from him at this weekend’s pay-per-view.”
– Now that Linda McMahon’s US Senate campaign is over, there is some fear in WWE that the company will begin “future endeavoring” talent soon.
– Cody Rhodes underwent an MRI on his shoulder as well as several concussion tests yesterday. If he’s able to work Survivor Series, it will be a last-minute decision, with Tensai expected to be Cody’s replacement if he isn’t medically cleared.
– As reported earlier this week, The Miz is in line for a babyface push in the next few weeks and is currently scheduled to feud with Antonio Cesaro in early 2013. Other heel opponents discussed for The Miz are Dolph Ziggler, Alberto Del Rio and CM Punk.
– Speaking of The Miz, he accompanied his girlfriend Maryse at the launch event for her House of Maryse jewelry line this week in California. WWE Diva Eve Torres plus former Divas The Bella Twins were also in attendance.
– It was reported Wednesday that WWE officials were considering promoting developmental female talent to rectify roster depth issues. According to PWInsider.com, there has been talk of promoting some Superstars as well.
– WWE developmental wrestler Sasha Banks made her NXT television debut at Thursday’s tapings at Full Sail University in Winter Park, Florida, competing against Paige. The wrestler formerly known as Mercedes KV wrote on Twitter, “Made my #NXT TV debut against @RealPaigeWWE! So thankful! Dreams do come true. #WWENXT”
– The Miz is participating in a media blitz of Indianapolis, Indiana today to promote Sunday’s Survivor Series pay-per-view event at Bankers Life Fieldhouse.
– Jim Ross tweeted on WWE’s NXT tapings at Full Sail University in Winter Park, Florida: “Really fun nite @ NXT. Done in 3 hrs! Great effort. Some of these kids REALLY want it! #WWE..Bravo.”
– With WWE’s Divas division centered on Eve, Kaitlyn and Layla week-in, week-out, many people within the company believe that more woman need to be featured imminently since there are zero new challengers left on either the face or heel side. F4WOnline.com states that a few developmental wrestlers could be promoted to the main roster to rectify this depth issue.
– The Miz takes you behind the scenes of the making of his Survivor Series commercial.
– According to WrestlingFigs.com, Sin Cara appears at HH Gregg 8921 US 31 S., Indianapolis, Indiana, this Saturday from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Call 317-888-2192 for more information.
As we’ve been seeing on WWE television in recent weeks, it appears the groundwork is being laid for former WWE Champion The Miz to be turning babyface. The Miz has been working as a heel for virtually all of his 6-year WWE run and some people believe that his character may have run its course as a heel.
The Miz is one of the best talkers in WWE and despite his start & stop pushes, audiences are solidly behind his character and his “Awesome” catchphrase. Additionally,The Miz does a ton of promotional and charity work for the company and they sees him as as having big potential as a good guy.
Especially with Miz starring in the new WWE Studios film The Marine 3: Homefront (set for a Spring 2013 release), the timing for him turning babyface in early 2013 works out well. As for who Miz could work with in his new role, there has been talk of feuding Miz with Antonio Cesaro in 2013.
(Partial Source: PWInsider.com)
Posted November 14th, 2012 in News, WWE. Tagged: The Miz.
WWE issued the following press release concerning their annual Tribute to the Troops holiday special on USA Network and NBC. Among those announced to appear at the event are Disney’s The Muppets, Kid Rock and Flo Rida.
KID ROCK, DISNEY’S THE MUPPETS AND FLO RIDA JOIN WWE®’S 10TH ANNIVERSARY OF “TRIBUTE TO THE TROOPS” HOLIDAY SPECIAL
STAMFORD, Conn., November 12, 2012 – WWE (NYSE:WWE), USA Network and NBC will honor the United States Armed Forces with its 10th annual holiday special, WWE Tribute to the Troops presented by Slim Jim. The 10th anniversary holiday extravaganza will air as a two-hour television special on Wednesday, December 19 at 9/8C on USA Network and as a one-hour television special on Saturday, December 22 at 9/8C on NBC.
WWE Tribute to the Troops has become a holiday tradition and is considered TV’s most patriotic and heartwarming show. In the grand tradition of Bob Hope, the holiday special will feature performances by Grammy Award-nominated, international superstars Kid Rock and Flo Rida, and WWE’s biggest Superstars and Divas for thousands of military personnel and their families at the Scope Arena in Norfolk, VA.
The show will also feature appearances by Disney’s The Muppets, Access Hollywood and NBC Sports’ Michelle Beadle and more. Kid Rock and Flo Rida join a renowned list of legendary performers who have entertained at WWE Tribute to the Troops including Mary J. Blige, Nickelback, Sean “Diddy” Combs’ group Diddy – Dirty Money and Trace Adkins.
WWE is proud to have worked jointly with Virginia Governor Bob McDonnell in selecting Navy installations in the Norfolk, VA area for this annual celebration.
“We are excited to host WWE Tribute to the Troops in the Norfolk and Hampton Roads area,” said Governor Bob McDonnell. “Virginia has long been committed to supporting our troops and this is another opportunity to thank them for their service. We are home to 125,000 active duty members, 830,000 veterans and so many military families. Naval Station Norfolk is the crown jewel of the United States Navy and it’s important to pay tribute to and salute the brave men and women of the military and their families who serve our country. It’s great to see that the WWE has chosen Virginia as the place to continue this holiday tradition.”
“This is a proud moment for WWE to once again recognize America’s servicemen and women as part of the 10th anniversary of WWE Tribute to the Troops,” said Vince McMahon, Chairman and CEO, WWE. “We are honored to bring our unique brand of family-friendly entertainment to those who have sacrificed so much for our country.”
This trip marks the 10th consecutive year that WWE will bring its one-of-a-kind entertainment to our service men and women to thank them for their commitment to the country and recognition of their sacrifices. WWE Superstars and Divas will spend the weekend doing activities designed to give back to sailors and their families including a Be a STAR anti-bullying rally and hospital visits as well as spending time with our servicemen and women.
WWE Tribute to the Troops will also chronicle WWE’s goodwill visit to our troops overseas. WWE Chairman and CEO Vince McMahon, WWE Superstars The Miz® and R-Truth and WWE Divas Eve and Layla will travel overseas to spread some much needed holiday cheer to the men and women serving our country far from home during the holiday season.
– Following his fourth straight loss to Intercontinental Champion Kofi Kingston on Tuesday’s SuperSmackDown LIVE, The Miz explains on “Backstage Fallout” why he is upset with vocal WWE fans. Plus, William Regal makes a vow after making his in-ring return.
– Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson revealed that he was a fan of Ultimate Warrior growing up.
Joey Styles tweeted Johnson on WWE.com’s article on the fifteen greatest Superstar entrances and “The Great One” responded, “Honored to be on it. Wrestlemania 6: My fav Warrior entrance of all time. #OnFire.”
– The late “Ravishing” Rick Rude is featured in today’s “Superstar Spotlight” on WWE.com.
– Monday’s Raw from the United Kingdom scored a 2.78 cable rating, down from 2.94 last week.
Viewership was slightly lower than last week as Monday’s show averaged 4.07 million viewers compared to 4.10 million viewers.
Raw drew 4.07 million viewers in the first hour, 4.28 million in the second, and 3.88 million in the third. By comparison, last week’s show drew hourly figures of 4.30 million, 4.22 million, and 3.78 million. It was the twelfth straight week where viewership declined from the third hour to the second hour.
– WWE has released a video of The Miz letting fans know that WrestleMania 29 tickets go on sale this Saturday. Visit Ticketmaster.com and WrestleMania.com for more information. (Watch)
– Former WWE Superstar Rob Conway announced on Twitter that he is returning to the ring on Saturday, November 24 in Evansville, Indiana for New Focus Wrestling as he takes on Johnny Richards. He has been unable to wrestle since July due to a biceps tear.
– The Miz is featured in WWE’s promotional advertisement for Survivor Series taking place November 18, 2012 at Bankers Life Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana. He is shown fulfilling his “Awesome Bucket List,” which includes climbing the highest mountain and walking on the moon.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bPY2WqzadL8
– WWE has released the promotional video for Classics On Demand programming during the month of Decemeber, “Season’s Beatings.” The synopsis reads: “It’s the most wonderful time of the year, when WWE Classics On Demand presents “Season’s Beatings”. Get in the holiday spirit all December, with your favorite festive moments and matches from over the years.”
WWE Studios and ABC Family announced Friday that they are developing an upcoming television movie, “Christmas Bounty,” for a 2013 world premiere during ABC Family’s “25 Days of Christmas” programming event. The Miz is attached to star in a lead role.
WWE(R) STUDIOS AND ABC FAMILY CAPTURE THE HOLIDAYS WITH “CHRISTMAS BOUNTY”
WWE SUPERSTAR, THE MIZ, WILL STAR IN A LEAD ROLE
STAMFORD, Conn., October 26, 2012 – WWE Studios (NYSE:WWE) and ABC Family today announced that WWE Studios and ABC Family are developing an upcoming television movie, Christmas Bounty, for a 2013 world premiere during ABC Family’s popular “25 Days of Christmas” programming event. WWE Superstar, The Miz, is attached to star in a lead role.
Christmas Bounty is an action-filled comedy about a former bounty hunter turned elementary schoolteacher. Determined to have a normal life and keep her bounty hunter past a secret, she reluctantly returns home for Christmas to help save the family business by catching the one bounty that got away. But when her fiancé follows her home for the holiday, she struggles to hide her wild family business and a bounty hunter ex-boyfriend she thought she’d left behind. Written by Andrew Black & Vivian Lee, and James Berg & Stan Zimmerman, the movie is scheduled to go into production in early 2013.
“We are so pleased to partner with a tremendous network like ABC Family,” said Michael Luisi, President, WWE Studios. “25 Days of Christmas is one of the biggest cable programming events of the year and is the perfect release platform for this engaging holiday title.”
“ABC Family is the destination for holiday programming and is known for great original holiday movies. We’re thrilled to partner with WWE Studios and bring WWE’s passionate fan base to ABC Family and our wonderful 25 Days of Christmas programming event with such a fun movie,” added Kate Juergens, Executive Vice President, Original Series Programming and Development, ABC Family.
The Miz has been a devoted WWE fan his whole life, and most recently starred in WWE’s film “The Marine 3: Homefront.” MTV’s Real World alum Mike “The Miz” Mizanin competed on the fourth season of WWE’s reality show Tough Enough in hopes of winning a contract to become a WWE Superstar. After finishing as the runner-up, The Miz didn’t give up on his dream and continued to train once the show concluded. Now, his hard work is being rewarded as the reality TV Star with the frat boy looks, sophomoric humor and explosive intensity is living out his dream at the top of the WWE roster.
Bradley Buchanan, Vice President of Business and Legal Affairs, negotiated on behalf of WWE Studios.
Posted October 26th, 2012 in News, WWE. Tagged: The Miz.
Hoping to regain the Intercontinental Championship from the Superstar who took it away from him on Main Event, The Miz announced during Friday’s SmackDown broadcast that he will invoke his rematch clause against Kofi Kingston at Hell in a Cell.
The official WWE website has released a match preview.
Delayed one week due to Rey Mysterio having the flu, the Tag Team Tournament Final will be finalized on Raw when Sin Cara and Rey Mysterio take on Team Rhodes Scholars. The winners will face WWE Tag Team Champions Kane and Daniel Bryan at Hell in a Cell.
The announced card for Hell in a Cell, which takes place Oct. 28 at Philips Arena in Atlanta, Georgia, is as follows:
* WWE Champion CM Punk vs. Ryback
* World Heavyweight Champion Sheamus vs. Big Show
* WWE Tag Team Champions Team Hell No vs. Tag Team Tournament Winners
* Intercontinental Champion Kofi Kingston vs. The Miz
The Great Khali returned to action Tuesday night in Memphis, Tennessee, in a match taped for WWE Saturday Morning Slam. He faced Primo.
The former World Heavyweight Champion had been sidelined since undergoing surgery on July 26 to remove a tumor from his pituitary gland on July 26.
Also taped for the program was a match pitting Jey and Jimmy Uso against The Prime Time Players.
Two matches were taped for tomorrow night’s episode of WWE Main Event on ION Television. Zack Ryder took on Dolph Ziggler, and as previously announced, The Miz defended the Intercontinental Championship against Kofi Kingston.
In a dark match result, Johnny Curtis squashed Drew Haskins, a local wrestler.