– Tickets for the NXT Takeover 2 live special on September 11th are apparently going pretty fast. All of the ringside tickets are said to be sold out, and as of late Thursday night, there were only a few hundred general admission seats available.

– On a related note, it has been confirmed that WWE will hold a set of NXT television tapings the night after the Takeover 2 live special.

– E! has released the first video trailer for season three of WWE Total Divas, which premieres on the cable network on Sunday, September 7th. You can check that out below.

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WWE Diva Nikki Bella recently appeared as a guest on shock-jock radio program “The Kidd Chris Show.”

In addition to a number of outside-the-box type questions, the Total Divas star was asked about Beth Phoenix’s genitalia, John Cena’s ex-wife and how far she would be willing to go with a homeless woman to end world hunger.

The official description for the appearance, which you can check out above, reads as follows:

“WWE Diva chats about her relationship with John Cena, her thoughts about his ex-wife, and how far she would go sexually to stop world hunger!”

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– Brie Bella was reportedly filming footage for the next season of WWE Total Divas at the Mari Vanna restaurant in Los Angeles, California earlier this weekend.

– The latest edition of “WWE Top 10” features the gtop ten most memorable debuts in WWE history. You can check that video out below.

The following are highlights of a new CBS Baltimore interview with Natalya:

On Sting in WWE: “I think it’s cool. When we saw the debut of the new video game, that Sting is part of (WWE 2K15), it was awesome. It was like, ‘oh my gosh.’ Nobody ever thought you’d see Sting in WWE and now you see him. I can say this from experience, especially growing up around WWE my entire life, I’m one of those people that think Sting could possibly have another match in WWE.”

On drunk dialing Stephanie McMahon: “Nobody, including Steph, ever expected something like [that] to happen. It’s something now that we laugh about. The lesson learned is don’t ever go into ‘Brie Mode!'”

On Total Divas season 3: “We have a new cast member, Rosa Mendes. And then we have, obviously, Summer Rae, who was a new cast member from last season. Summer and I never really repaired our relationship from the past. It’s something of course I want to work on. We’ve got some issue there and we go back and revisit that.”

Check out the complete interview at CBSLocal.com.

– There were approximately 300 fans in attendance at the NXT live event in Tampa, Florida on Saturday night. Former Total Divas star JoJo Offerman worked as the ring announcer for the show.

– Chavo Guerrero confirmed recently that he will be launching his new comic book at the San Diego Comic Con on July 26th. Guerrero will be at the Lion Forge Comics booth during the convention.

– The latest news regarding Kevin Steen and Prince Devitt is that Steen’s final Ring Of Honor date will be on July 19th, while Devitt is no longer accepting bookings in Europe after the end of July.

– WWE’s “Total Divas” program on E! was recently nominated for “Best Reality Series” in the Teen Choice Awards.

– Kurt Angle will be the next guest on Jim Ross’ “Ross Report” podcast next Tuesday night. The following week, TNA star Bully Ray will join JR on the weekly PodcastOne.com show.

– The WWE Network is now available on Amazon’s new Fire TV devices.

– Season 1 of the hit reality series Total Divas premieres on the WWE Network this Thursday night (6/28) at 8pm (Eastern).

Episodes will be available in the video-on-demand library following their WWE Network premiere.

The season 3 premiere of Total Divas airs on Sunday, September 7th on the E! Network.

– WWE tag team champion Jimmy Uso spoke to Washington D.C.’s 106.7 The Fan on Monday to hype RAW and Sunday’s Money in the Bank pay-per-view. One of the interesting notes discussed was he and Trinity getting busted “having relations” on the luxury bus during the filming of Total Divas.  That wasn’t scripted as part of the show.

“I honestly, I couldn’t hold out any longer,” Uso said. “They caught us flat out.”

He also noted that filming for the show’s third season began two weeks ago. he talked to be about his desire to have success as a singles competitor.  He said he would “definitely would love to try it,” but only if Jey was able to succeed as well.

There’s a lot more to the interview, including how The Usos found success over the past year and feeling Umaga’s presence with him every time they’re in the ring.  He also touched on morale in the company following the recent releases.

– Former WWE Superstar Drew McIntyre spoke with Chris Duke of Scottish sports radio station Eklipse Sports Radio and revealed that he’s returning to the ring in his home country (Scotland) for British Championship Wrestling on August 29th. 

Despite the fact that the two are already married, WWE Diva and Total Divas star Eva Marie will be having her official wedding ceremony with her husband Jonathan Coyle in the near future.

Marie recently posted photos on social media of herself shopping for wedding dresses, while Coyle was getting fitted for a tuxedo.

It should be noted that Total Divas cameras have been present for all of this, so it’s likely that this will be a part of the next season of Total Divas.

– With season one of Legends House now completed, the WWE Network will begin airing season one of Total Divas in the same time slot, Thursday night at 8pm EST. The Total Divas episodes will begin airing this coming Thursday night.

– The latest edition of WWE Top 10 takes a look back at the top ten “mic mishaps” of all-time. You can check that out below.

There has been talk of splitting up The Funkadactyls and having Naomi and Cameron go their separate way as part of a key story line for the next season of Total Divas.

WWE planting the seeds and started heading in that creative direction this week on television with some subtle, and some not-so-subtle booking.

It’s being said that with Brodus Clay no longer around and Xavier Woods no longer being pushed in any real way, that splitting up the duo is the direction they are headed, with plans having Naomi become the one that turns heel.

– Goldust had fans speculating that former WWE Superstar Ted DiBiase Jr. may be the next tag-team partner that Cody Rhodes chooses for him. When asked who Rhodes might pick for Goldust’s partner this week, Goldust replied by saying that was “the million dollar question.”

– WWE Diva and Total Divas star Eva Marie recently did a fitness photo shoot for an upcoming issue of Iron Man Magazine. The shoot is expected to be featured on the next season of Total Divas.

This past Sunday’s edition of WWE Total Divas, which featured the wedding between Daniel Bryan and Brie Bella, earned the series 1.55 million viewers, tying the season high that was set on March 30th.

Sunday’s number is even more impressive given the fact that when Total Divas has been up against WWE pay-per-views in the past, their viewership generally takes a big hit. Additionally, there was also the NHL playoffs, which included the Chicago Blackhawks, with WWE being in Chicago for Payback.

The general belief is that had the show not been up against a WWE PPV show, it would have likely been the most viewed episode of Total Divas in history.

– The official announced attendance for Sunday night’s WWE Payback pay-per-view, which took place at the All State Arena in Rosemont, Illinois, was 13,311.

– Below are the “After Total Divas” videos for this week:

WWE Diva Brie Bella recently spoke with Scott Fishman of The Miami Herald to promote the season finale of WWE Total Divas, which airs this Sunday night on E! Here are some highlights:

Being on Total Divas: “I look at all of us girls, and we all bring something different to the table. I think women can relate to us because I think it’s very common women have to balance career and relationship. At the same time, you never know what the world is interested in at that moment. There was the thinking of, ‘I think it will do well because we have something great here.’ At the same time, are people interested in women fighting in the ring and fighting for relationships outside?”

Daniel Bryan Appearing On The Show: “When I brought it up to Bryan [about doing the show], he was just like, ‘Brie, I don’t think we’re entertaining to watch. I don’t think this is a good idea for you and I.’ I was kind of like, ‘I think you’re right. We are kind of boring.’ It’s because we are very private, so it was hard for us to open up with all the cameras. He is such a good sport. He is just so good to me. With anything I want to do, he is 100 percent for it, even if he thinks I’m crazy. It was very hard for he and I at first, but now we have fun with it. We are so comfortable that sometimes we forget that the cameras are there. Bryan and I came to look at this as people can see he and I are very into the environment. That’s our passion outside of work.”

Rosa Mendes Joining The Cast Next Season: “She has kind of been in this business for a really long time but has never really gone to the top. It will be neat to see her story and her struggles.”

Wanting Babies: “I’m 30, and I’ll be 31 in November. You do get that baby fever where everyone around me is having children. I think in two years Bryan and I would love to have kids. Now it could be sooner, or it could be later. I’m not ready just yet, so for me it’s later. You never know. I just can’t wait to be a mother and to see Bryan as a father because I know he will be amazing at that. It will be crazy.”

Her “Girl Crush” on Stephanie McMahon: “I have to say I have like a girl crush on her. She is just an amazing woman. She is so talented and with the way she is with all the charities to represent WWE. Then she can put that all aside, when she gets to that ring. It’s just insane to me. I just really admire her, and it has been a lot of fun to work with her and learn from her. I’ve really enjoyed it. The storyline is insane, and you never know what it holds. I’m excited for Payback because I think it will have a really great twist.”

– Former WWE and WCW wrestler Buff Bagwell recently stopped by the Animal House to talk about his time as a pro wrestler, being a gigolo and more. You can check out the audio interview online at CBSLocal.com.

– The following are some preview clips for the season finale of WWE Total Divas:

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– Here’s the official preview for Sunday’s Total Divas “Season Finale: Part 2” – which will go head-to-head against WWE Payback:

“Wedding Mania: Brie and Bryan get married; at the same time, Nikki’s secret marriage is exposed to John; and the Divas compete at WrestleMania.”

It was recently announced that Total Divas will be returning for a third season and Rosa Mendes is joining the cast.

– After Total Divas – May 25, 2014

Renee Young and Alicia Fox recap Episode 10 of Season Two of E’s “Total Divas.”

– Sheamus granted three wishes through the Make-A-Wish Foundation at the WWE live event in Dublin, Ireland this past Thursday.

– Ric Flair, Matt Hardy, Jeff Hardy, “The Million Dollar Man” Ted DiBiase Sr. and others will be on hand at the Big Time Wrestling event on May 31st in North Charleston, South Carolina.

The following are some preview clips for this week’s edition of WWE Total Divas, which airs on E! on Sunday night:

The following are highlights of a recent website Q&A update by WWE Hall Of Famer Jim Ross:

On how being as PG product impacts WWE: “Being PG or TV14 makes no difference if the roster isn’t performing at their highest level from top to bottom . Success is determined by the talent and not the TV rating.”

On Rosa Mendes joining Total Divas cast: “Perhaps she will add a spark to the show and will certainly be a new face. I’m guessing that this will be a good fit for her.”

On nationalistic story lines: “Politically charged, nationalistic storylines have to be cautiously crafted depending on today’s situation. In today’s PC world, they are especially sensitive.”

On if he considers CM Punk a “quitter”: “I do NOT consider CM Punk a quitter whatsoever and those that do I feel sorry for. I can’t speak for either party but I’d never say never in the pro wrestling biz.”

Check out more JR Q&A updates at JRsBarBQ.com. You can also order JR’s Bar-B-Q products online at WWEShop.com.

– Stephanie McMahon’s in-ring segment that aired on Monday’s RAW from London was heavily edited. According to several live reports that we got from fans, she was completely drowned out by CM Punk chants at one point. Several of the matches were also heavily edited.

– Sunday’s episode of WWE Total Divas on the E! network drew 1.313 million viewers and a 0.6 rating in the 18-49 demographic. This is up from the previous week.

– WWE Diva Eva Marie is ranked #83 on this year’s 2014 Maxim Hot 100 list. They wrote about her:

“This professional wrestler and fashion model pins down viewers on E!’s series Total Divas. She says a little prayer each time she wrestles, she’s a fan of the Kardashian clan, and insists that being a Diva is a 24/7 job.”

WWE issued the following press release today:

LOS ANGELES – E!, WWE and Bunim-Murray Productions continue their intimate look inside the glamorous, hectic and often dramatic lives of the WWE Divas when “Total Divas” returns for Season 3 Sunday, Sept. 7, at 9 p.m. ET/8 p.m. CT.

Cameras will once again shadow Nikki and Brie Bella, Natalya, Naomi, Cameron and rookies Eva Marie and Summer Rae, giving viewers insight into how these women, who are on the road for 52 weeks a year, balance their personal lives while fighting for the spotlight. In addition, WWE Diva Rosa Mendes joins the cast, as the fiery Latina who has been around WWE for years has finally found herself in the limelight. Season two of “Total Divas” is currently airing all-new episodes every Sunday at 9 p.m. ET/8 p.m. CT.

One of E!’s most popular series, “Total Divas” currently averages 798,000 viewers in the 18-49 demo, with a total of 1.3 million viewers on average. Additionally, the series ranks as a cable top-five destination in its timeslot, Sundays 9-10 p.m., in the viewers 18-34 and women 18-34 demos. “Total Divas” is E!’s second-strongest original series of 2014 to date, following “Keeping Up with the Kardashians.”

In season two, the drama has been taken to new levels as the Divas’ popularity has grown. Nikki’s relationship with her boyfriend, WWE Superstar John Cena, has been under a media microscope and their contradicting thoughts on marriage and starting a family have placed the couple in a deadlock.

Meanwhile, Brie has been eagerly planning her upcoming wedding to WWE Superstar Daniel Bryan, which will culminate in the “Total Divas” season finale airing Sunday, June 1, at 9 p.m. ET/8 p.m. CT.

For Naomi, this season has been a roller coaster, as she married the love of her life, WWE Superstar Jimmy Uso, struggled with the idea of motherhood, and dropped her very first single, “Dance All Night.” In the remainder of the season, viewers will see Naomi face a career-threatening injury when she takes a blow from a fellow Diva during a televised match.

Similar to Naomi, fun-loving Natalya has faced several challenges in season two as she continues to find common ground in her first year of marriage to her husband Tyson Kidd, especially when it comes to money, in-laws and their lackluster romantic lives. Natalya has also struggled with newbie Summer Rae, who has become a key player in WWE, taking screen time away from the veteran Divas.

Natalya wasn’t the only Diva who Summer had conflicts with as she went toe-to-toe with Brie, Nikki and, as viewers will come to see later this season, possible tag team partner Eva Marie. Away from work, Summer has been trying to get into the dating scene after a recent breakup left her yearning for companionship.

Sassy and saucy Cameron is also getting back to her music and dance roots as she gears up to release her first single. However, she is more focused on raising her celebrity status, which doesn’t sit very well with her boyfriend.

Eva Marie opened up a closet full of secrets this season, each more shocking than the one before. Season two opened with the redheaded Diva revealing she secretly eloped with her longtime boyfriend Jonathan and some provocative modeling photos from her past surfaced, which spread quickly through the WWE locker room. Coming up, Eva continues to surprise and shows a side to her that none of the other Divas has seen before.

Former model and WWE Diva Rosa Mendes joins the cast for season three. A veteran of the Divas Division since 2006, Rosa has spent the past year with her eyes on the cast of “Total Divas.” Now that she’s one of them, there is no telling what may happen next.

On top of all the drama outside of the ring, Rosa and the rest of the Divas compete for a top spot, and the highly coveted Diva’s title, at WrestleMania 30.

“Total Divas” is produced by WWE and Bunim-Murray Productions. Jon Murray, Gil Goldshein, Jeff Jenkins and Russell Jay are Executive Producers for Bunim-Murray Productions. Kevin Dunn and Will Staeger are Executive Producers for WWE.

– Batista has recently been added to the official advertising for Monday’s edition of WWE RAW in London, England.

– The story line coming out of Alicia Fox’s “meltdown” on this week’s WWE Main Event is that ring announcer Tony Chimel “suffered a concussion” after she slapped him.

– Below is a preview clip for this Sunday’s edition of WWE Total Divas:

– Regarding the recent WWE release of NXT star Danny Burch, there was said to be a feeling among officials in the company that Burch was given up on after he returned from his knee operation. Burch is 32 years old and the company is putting the emphasis in developmental on younger talent.

– The following is the official synopsis for this coming Sunday’s edition of WWE Total Divas:

“What Happens in Cabo: Eva Marie struggles with her sobriety while in Mexico for Brie’s bachelorette party. Also: Nikki shares a secret from her past; and Trinity suffers a serious eye injury.”

– WWE is the third company on a new USA Today website list of the most unusual public companies. You can check out the complete list at USAToday.com.

– The following is this week’s “After Total Divas,” courtesy of the official WWE YouTube channel:

– As previously reported, WWE Diva Cameron will be releasing her “Bye Bye” single today. The Total Divas star is also working on a remix of the song called, “Chingle, Chingle.”

– Wrestling legend Sting is featured on the latest WWE “30 Second Fury” video, which looks at his Scorpion Death Drop finishing move. You can check that video out below.