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Michaels Talks HBK Appreciation Night, Punk/Bryan, Sandow

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In a new interview with Arda Ocal (@arda_ocal) of theScore Television Network and the Baltimore Sun, WWE Hall of Famer Shawn Michaels addresses multiples topics, including:

– His new sponsorship with Deuce Watches and how he was heavily involved in the creative process for the watch

– His show McMillan River Adventures has been renewed and the crew is currently filming new episodes

– How on MRA he is abilty to show his passions for topics that he couldn’t while portraying HBK in WWE (his ties with and appreciation for the military, for example)

– Thoughts on tonight’s HBK appreciation night

– Praise for Damien Sandow, who interacted with DX on RAW 1000 and advice he gave him

– Responding to recent comparisons of Daniel Bryan and CM Punk to this generation’s Shawn Michaels and Bret Hart

Here’s the interview:

* BIG News On Tonight’s RAW: Major Angle Planned For SummerSlam

MMA Video Series: 155 Reasons Featuring Frankie Edgar

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Check out the first 5 parts of the new “155 Reasons” video series featuring UFC fighter Frankie Edgar, presented by Gaspari Nutrition:

WWE Releases Details On WrestleMania 29 Travel Packages

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WWE sent out the following on Monday:

WWE’s most highly anticipated annual celebration is coming to New York/New Jersey on Sunday, April 7, 2013 at MetLife Stadium. Make plans now to be in the center of all the action with exclusive Travel Packages available only on WWE.com. Be a part of the biggest spectacle in live entertainment in one of the most thrilling regions in the world, and experience it in style by purchasing a WrestleMania XXIX Travel Package. Travel Packages will be available starting Monday, August 13, 2012 at 12:00 p.m. ET.

You won’t want to miss the best event in sports entertainment when it comes to New York/New Jersey, where it all began! Stay in the most exciting city in the world, meet your favorite Superstars at WrestleMania Axxess, and enjoy other WrestleMania Week events including the WWE Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, WrestleMania XXIX and Monday Night Raw.

Being in the premier destination in the world, WWE has created an unparalleled VIP Package, unlike any other offering for the ultimate WWE fan. In addition to premium seating at WrestleMania Week events and hotel accommodations, this brand-new package will include your chance to mingle with a top WWE Superstar at an intimate reception prior to the WWE Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony. And for the first time ever, we will give purchasers of this VIP Package an exclusive personal tour of the WWE Headquarters and a WWE VIP gift bag. Led by a WWE Legend, guests will experience a truly unique look at WWE Headquarters, along with a special glimpse of the company’s rich history. This unprecedented experience is available only for purchasers of the VIP Package with 4-night hotel accommodations. Quantities are extremely limited!

Purchase a WrestleMania XXIX Travel Package to have the experience of a lifetime! WrestleMania XXIX Travel Packages are available on a first-come, first-served basis, so don’t delay!

Be there on April 7, 2013, when WrestleMania comes home!

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VIP PACKAGE

Each person in this group (maximum four people per group) will receive…
• WrestleMania XXIX ticket
Seating – Ringside Rows 1 – 4
Collectible chair
MetLife Stadium
Sunday, April 7, 2013
• Raw ticket
(Only with 4 night hotel accommodations)
Refer to pricing for seating location
Monday, April 8, 2013
• Hall Of Fame ticket
Seating within top price level sections
Saturday, April 6, 2013
• WrestleMania Axxess tickets
Choice of two VIP sessions
Thursday, April 4, 2013 – Sunday, April 7, 2013
• Exclusive Pre Hall of Fame Reception
Mingle with a top WWE Superstar
Saturday, April 6, 2013
• Exclusive Personal Tour of the WWE Headquarters
(Only with 4 night hotel accommodations)
Tour of Headquarters led by WWE Legend
Monday, April 8, 2013
• Public Transportation tickets
Where applicable

Each person in this group will share one standard room…
• New York area hotel
3 nights – Check in Friday, April 5, 2013 / Check out Monday, April 8, 2013
4 nights – Check in Friday, April 5, 2013 / Check out Tuesday, April 9, 2013

VIP Package – 3-Night Hotel Accommodations
1 Person – $7,275
2 People – $6,700 per person
3 People – $6,500 per person
4 People – $6,450 per person

VIP Package – 4-Night Hotel Accommodations Includes Raw Ticket – 100 Level (lower bowl raised seating)
1-Person – $7,875
2-People – $7,125 per person
3-People – $6,900 per person
4-People – $6,800 per person

VIP Package – 4-Night Hotel Accommodations – Includes Raw Ticket – Ringside Rows seating
1-Person – $7,900
2-People – $7,150 per person
3-People – $6,925 per person
4-People – $6,825 per person

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PLATINUM PACKAGE

Each person in this group (maximum four people per group) will receive…
• WrestleMania XXIX ticket
Seating – Ringside Rows 5 – 12
Collectible chair
MetLife Stadium
Sunday, April 7, 2013
• Raw ticket
(Only with 4 night hotel accommodations)
Seating – 100 Level (lower bowl raised seating)
Monday, April 8, 2013
• Hall Of Fame ticket
Seating within top price level sections
Saturday, April 6, 2013
• WrestleMania Axxess tickets
Choice of two General Admission sessions
Thursday, April 4, 2013 – Sunday, April 7, 2013
• Public Transportation tickets
Where applicable

Each person in this group will share one standard room…
• New York area hotel
3 nights – Check in Friday, April 5, 2013 / Check out Monday, April 8, 2013
4 nights – Check in Friday, April 5, 2013 / Check out Tuesday, April 9, 2013

Platinum Package – 3-Night Hotel Accommodations
1 Person – $2,585
2 People – $2,005 per person
3 People – $1,850 per person
4 People – $1,750 per person

Platinum Package – 4-Night Hotel Accommodations Includes Raw Ticket – 100 Level (lower bowl raised seating)
1-Person – $3,075
2-People – $2,300 per person
3-People – $2,075 per person
4-People – $1,975 per person

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GOLD PACKAGE

Each person in this group (maximum four people per group) will receive…
• WrestleMania XXIX ticket
Seating – Premium Central Risers (floor level)
MetLife Stadium
Sunday, April 7, 2013
• Raw ticket
(Only with 4 night hotel accommodations)
Seating – 100 Level (lower bowl raised seating)
Monday, April 8, 2013
• Hall Of Fame ticket
Seating within second price level sections
Saturday, April 6, 2013
• WrestleMania Axxess tickets
Choice of two General Admission sessions
Thursday, April 4, 2013 – Sunday, April 7, 2013
• Public Transportation tickets
Where applicable

Each person in this group will share one standard room…
• New York area hotel
3 nights – Check in Friday, April 5, 2013 / Check out Monday, April 8, 2013
4 nights – Check in Friday, April 5, 2013 / Check out Tuesday, April 9, 2013

Gold Package – 3-Night Hotel Accommodations
1 Person – $2,275
2 People – $1,695 per person
3 People – $1,525 per person
4 People – $1,450 per person

Gold Package – 4-Night Hotel Accommodations Includes Raw Ticket – 100 Level (lower bowl raised seating)
1-Person – $2,770
2-People – $2,000 per person
3-People – $1,765 per person
4-People – $1,665 per person

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SILVER PACKAGE

Each person in this group (maximum four people per group) will receive…
• WrestleMania XXIX ticket
Seating – 100 Level (permanent stadium seats)
MetLife Stadium
Sunday, April 7, 2013
• Raw ticket
(Only with 4 night hotel accommodations)
Seating – 100 Level (lower bowl raised seating)
Monday, April 8, 2013
• Hall Of Fame ticket
Seating within second price level sections
Saturday, April 6, 2013
• WrestleMania Axxess tickets
Choice of two General Admission sessions
Thursday, April 4, 2013 – Sunday, April 7, 2013
• Public Transportation tickets
Where applicable

Each person in this group will share one standard room…
• New York area hotel
3 nights – Check in Friday, April 5, 2013 / Check out Monday, April 8, 2013
4 nights – Check in Friday, April 5, 2013 / Check out Tuesday, April 9, 2013

Silver Package – 3-Night Hotel Accommodations
1 Person – $1,700
2 People – $1,115 per person
3 People – $950 per person
4 People – $875 per person

Silver Package – 4-Night Hotel Accommodations Includes Raw Ticket – 100 Level (lower bowl raised seating)
1-Person – $2,185
2-People – $1,415 per person
3-People – $1,185 per person
4-People – $1,085 per person

Trailer For WWE’s “CM Punk – Best in the World” DVD and Blu-ray

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Silver Vision has released the official trailer for WWE’s DVD and Blu-ray compilation title on CM Punk, Best in the World, which is scheduled for release on October 9, 2012.

http://youtu.be/lQQhOWJzeOc

“On June 27, 2011, CM Punk forever altered the course of WWE history with a blistering rant, proclaiming, “Day in and day out for almost 6 years I have proven to everybody in the world that I am the best… on this microphone, in that ring, even on commentary. Nobody can touch me!”. Since riding into the scene as an extra in John Cena’s entrance at WrestleMania 22 to defending the WWE Title in main events all over the world in recent years, the “Voice of the Voiceless” has backed up that statement.

“Now, WWE fans get an unprecedented look inside the life and career of the most controversial Superstar of this generation. The first ever documentary to focus on CM Punk traces his rise to the top of WWE, from this early success on ECW, his divisive perpetuating of the Straight Edge Subculture, to becoming internationally revered as the best wrestler in the world, and all the 5 star matches and verbal “pipe bombs” in between. Packed with new interviews and commentary from Punk himself, as he takes the viewer inside his day-to-day life. Plus relive the signature matches that have punctuated his WWE career and vaulted him into the championship spotlight!”

Former DX Member Appearing On Raw?, WWE’s Lovable Losers

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– D-Generation X alumnus Sean “X-Pac” Waltman is in San Antonio, Texas promoting tonight’s “Shawn Michaels Appreciation Night” themed Raw with the WWE Hall of Famer himself. Michaels tweeted a picture of himself with Waltman promoting the show at a radio station.

– WWE.com has published a story highlighting 15 of the most lovable losers in WWE history, which are described as: “Some WWE Superstars aren’t lucky enough to win a championship during their in-ring career. Some may not even win a match. However, despite their squared circle shortcomings, their refusal to give up has endeared them to the WWE Universe.”

Talent listed include Rad Radford, Virgil, Who, The Young Stallions, Outback Jack, Barry O, Sam Houston, “Iron” Mike Sharpe, “Playboy” Buddy Rose, Leaping Lanny Poffo, Duane Gill, Barry Horowitz, Colin Delaney, S.D. Jones and Brooklyn Brawler.

– CM Punk is featured on the cover of the latest issue of Power Slam.

Sound Off 231: Addressing The Kamala Story & Wrestler’s Rescue

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DOWNLOAD THE PODCAST HERE:
Solomonster Sounds Off (Episode 231)
*right-click, “Save As”, or stream it!

Est. Runtime: 1 hour, 30 minutes

Solomonster addresses the Kamala controversy and thinks the truth likely lays somewhere in the middle, but is still disgusted by the comments made by the same people who are supposedly so interested in “helping” him. 231 also features a look at a LONG episode of Raw, including a plea to John Cena and advice for WWE on how to make sure they don’t kill the AJ character so quickly, as well as thoughts on Johnny Ace resigning due to “burnout”, Steve Austin’s reaction to Bruno Sammartino’s harsh words about him and Claire Lynch’s acting on Impact. Seriously, porn stars are more believable than she is.

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RAW Preview: HBK Appreciation Night, Lesnar, SummerSlam Hype

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Tonight’s WWE RAW takes place from San Antonio, Texas.

The road to SummerSlam continues, with less than two weeks before the “Perfect Storm.” Aside from the “Shawn Michaels Appreciation Night” festivities (which may or may not be televised), here’s a preview of what to expect for tonight’s 3-hour broadcast:

– Brock Lesnar is scheduled to appear on tonight’s RAW to continue building towards his SummerSlam main event match against Triple H. With Shawn Michaels in the house, it’s been rumored that WWE will run an angle where Lesnar attacks Triple H’s longtime friend to get even more heat on the former UFC heavyweight champion.

News For Tonight’s “Shawn Michaels Appreciation Night” RAW

– No matches have been announced for RAW as of Monday morning, but expect to see more hype for the WWE Championship match at SummerSlam between CM Punk, John Cena and the Big show.

WWE.com’s 5-point preview of RAW is teasing the following items:

– The latest from Daniel Bryan’s new “NO!” attitude and his feud with Kane
– Will Del Rio be forced wrestle after declaring he won’t compete until SummerSlam?
– Randy Orton back in action – “The Viper Hunts Again”
– The Prime Time Players continue their quest for tag team gold
– CM Punk responds to the triple threat WWE Title match at SummerSlam

The dark match main event will see John Cena vs. Big Show.

Kharma Getting Back Into Shape & Shopping Around Realty Show

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Following her recent release from WWE, former WWE diva Kharma is working hard to get back into shape with hopes of jump-starting her wrestling career.

TMZ.com is reporting that Kharma “fell into a deep depression” after suffering a miscarriage last year and put on so much weight that she was unable to return to WWE. Kharma told TMZ that she put on so much weight during the pregnancy that it could have contributed to the tragedy.

Kharma says she is now motivated to get back into ring shape and has hired a team of therapists and fitness experts to help her achieve her goal.

Kharma has been in touch with multiple production companies to document her experience getting back in shape and returning to the spotlight with hopes of landing a TV deal and using the footage for a reality show.

* BIG News On Tonight’s RAW: Major Angle Planned For SummerSlam

News For Tonight’s “Shawn Michaels Appreciation Night” RAW

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Tonight’s WWE RAW takes place from San Antionio, Texas and is being advertised locally as “Shawn Michaels Appreciation Night.”

Michaels will be doing media appearances in San Antonio this morning and will on hand for RAW, although it’s still unclear whether the “HBK Appreciation” segments will air on television. The Showstopper tweeted over the weekend that even he is still in the dark about the situation:

For fans in antecedence tonight can win autographed Deuce Brand Shawn Michaels watches by bringing “MacMillan River Adventures” signs to the show and tweeting a picture of themselves with the sign.

AW Ready For RAW, Cody Rhodes Suffers Nasty Bruise (Pic)

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– Cody Rhodes suffered a badly bruised arm over the weekend when he teamed with Dolph Ziggler against Chris Jericho and Zack Ryder. Rhodes tweeted a picture of the still-developing bruise, which you can view below (click to enlarge):

Ryder responded to the picture, telling Rhodes, “Cry me a river.”

Zack Ryder & Chris Jericho Tweet About Teaming Over The Weekend

– Dolph Ziggler will be appearing in Tupelo, Mississippi on 8/10 (3-5pm) at the National Guard Storefront.

– Following the backlash he received from his Kobe Bryan rape joke on last week’s RAW, AW tweeted the following about tonight’s show from San Antonio, Texas:

https://twitter.com/awpromotions/status/232201980762812416

Jericho & Ryder Team Up, AJ Teases Eve Torres & More

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– RAW General Manager AJ Lee tweeted the following message to SmackDown GM Booker T regarding both of them turning down Eve Torres’ attempts to get hired this week:

– Chris Jericho and Zack Ryder teamed up at this weekend’s RAW live events in matches against Dolph Ziggler and WWE Intercontinental Champion The Miz. Ryder tweeted the following about getting the chacne to team with Jericho:

Jericho responded:

– Ted DiBiase and Kaitlyn appear at the National Guard Armory 4255 IH 35N, San Antonio, Texas today from noon to 2:00 p.m.

JBL Not Retruning To WWE, John Cena vs. Tensai & More

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– Following his recent tease that he could be returning to SmackDown as an announcer, former WWE superstar JBL tweeted the following response to fans inquiring about the situation:

– John Cena vs. Tensai is being advertised for the main event of next weekend’s RAW-brand live events from Mississippi and Arkansas. Big Show will be overseas with the SmackDown crew.

– Monday would have marked as Dino Bravo’s 64th birthday. On March 10, 1993, Bravo, whose real name was Adolfo Bresciano, was found shot to death. He was 44-years-old. In all, seventeen shots were fired, seven to the head and ten in the chest and abdomen area while watching hockey in his Vimont, Laval, Quebec home. It is widely believed that his alleged role in illegal cigarette smuggling in Canada led to his murder.

Former WWE Star Advertised For TNA Show, BFG Series Update

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– The official website of the Bowie Baysox is advertising Drew Hankinson, who appeared as Festus and Luke Gallows in WWE, for TNA Impact Wrestling’s BaseBrawl event on Saturday, September 1 at Prince George’s Stadium in Bowie, Maryland.

Hankinson competed in a dark match in June under the name Isaiah Cash and has reportedly appeared as one of the masked attackers of the “Aces and Eights” faction.

– In a “Bound For Glory Series” match Sunday in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Christopher Daniels defeated “The Pope” D’Angelo Dinero to earn seven points. Dinero also lost a “Bound For Glory Series” match Saturday in Oklahoma City to James Storm. Tournament standings as of August 5 are as follows:

James Storm (66)

Samoa Joe (47)

Kurt Angle (41)

Mr. Anderson (40)

Jeff Hardy (35)

Christopher Daniels (33)

Rob Van Dam (28)

Bully Ray (21)

Magnus (21)

AJ Styles (16)

“The Pope” D’Angelo Dinero (7)

Robbie E (5)

John Morrison Talks About His Time Away From WWE

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Former WWE Superstar John Morrison was recently interviewed by ‘Big Smoothie’ of the 95X FM radio station based out of Syracuse, New York. Morrison, who was released by WWE in November 2011, had this to say about his time away from the company:

“It’s nice to be in charge of my own destiny. That WWE express train pretty much monopolizes your own time. You’re doing shows around the world non-stop, over 200 shows a year. You don’t have time to pursue your own projects, or have many creative thoughts of your own.”

“So, to be able to enjoy my family and friends, go surfing more, and work on some acting stuff, some stunt fighting, things that I’ve been wanting to do for a long time that I didn’t have time to do recently has been pretty cool.”

Here’s audio of Morrison’s interview:

Paulie D Hosting SummerSlam Party, New Tag Team, Jericho

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– WWE Superstar Hunico turns 35 years old today.

– WWE is reportedly interested a new tag team from developmental up to the main roster. There is still a feeling behind the scenes that WWE is committed to rebuilding the tag team division.

– Chris Jericho responded to a fan on Twitter and stated that he will not be on RAW’s live tour of Australia later this month.

– MTV star Pauly D of Jersey Shore will be the DJ for WWE’s SummerSlam VIP kick-off party on 8/16 at The Pool at The Beverly Hills Hotel.

(Partial Source: f4wonline.com)

Sin Cara & Ryback Appearing At Next NXT Full Sail Show

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Full Sail University issued the following announcement on Sunday:

WWE/NXT Live Event
Date: August 9, 2012 – 6:30pm
Location: Full Sail Live

WWE/NXT returns to Full Sail University live on August 9, with appearances by superstars Sin Cara and Ryback. The WWE Divas will be on hand, and WWE Hall of Famer Jim Ross will call all of the WWE/NXT in-ring action. During the event, a selection of local area specialty food trucks will be on site, so come hungry, as the food truck service begins at 5pm.

WWE Tickets:
FREE to students, 2 tickets maximum, w/Full Sail I.D. (Limited Supply)
$5.00 for Full Sail Staff w/Full Sail I.D.
$10.00 for General Admission tickets

Available at the Full Sail Live Box Office only:
141 University Park Drive, Winter Park, FL 32792
Monday August 6, 2012 from 4pm to 7pm
Tuesday August 7, 2012 from 4pm to 7pm
Wednesday August 8, 2012 from 4pm to 7pm
Thursday August 9, 2012 from 4pm till Show Start @ 6:30pm

Note: Limited seating, tickets available on a first come, first serve basis.

* Picture of The NEW NXT Champion With The NXT Title Belt

Latest “Are You Serious?” Ridicules “Fingerpoke Of Doom”

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Road Dogg and Josh Mathews return with more “garbage juice” on this week’s episode of Are You Serious?, including a WCW clip of a World Heavyweight Championship match where Hollywood Hogan poked Kevin Nash in the chest with his index finger, prompting Nash to fall to the mat and allow Hogan to pin him. Road Dogg notes that to Hogan’s credit, his mighty finger “has been used to sign many contracts with creative control clauses.” The match outcome marked the reunion of both New World Order factions into one villainous group, to which Mathews ponders “how did this company go out of business?”

Road Dogg and Mathews also ridicule a vignette of four muscular WCW wrestlers—two of whom are Alex Wright and The Renegade—marching down a beach and ripping off their Monday Nitro T-shirts. Road Dogg calls the group “Fruity Reservoir Dogs.”

Also featured are clips of Jim “The Anvil” Neidhart appearing on “The Mating Game” on Tuesday Night Titans and a cameraman tripping on stage during an episode of SmackDown earlier this year. The SmackDown episode emanated from the Target Center in downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota, which Road Dogg remarked would soon be renamed “The Shane Douglas Center.”

JBL Teases SmackDown Return, Maryse Ouellet Commentating

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– Former WWE Champion John “Bradshaw” Layfield teased on Twitter that he will be assuming the SmackDown color commentator chair left by Booker T. He wrote, “I was only debating coming back, not very serious. But after @MichaelCole shows he is still alive and an idiot. I’m coming back! #smackdown.”

The esteemed Voice of WWE, Michael Cole, broke his six-month Twitter silence to respond to his former broadcast partner dismissively comparing him to basketball great Michael Jordan’s backup center teammate Will Perdue: “It was jordan and pippen. You got glory I did the work. sorry I am actually working and not golfing at st Andrews or fishing in the Bahamas. Enjoy retirement.”

Cole also stated in regards to Layfield’s vow to come back to SmackDown, “I am sure they have a spot for you at nxt and fcw. Enjoy learning the ropes again.”

– The Beautiful People, Angelina Love and Velvet Sky, will face Maria Kanellis and Winter at Family Wrestling Entertainment’s “Back 2 Brooklyn” show taking place October 6 at Saint Patrick?s Gym 9511 4 Avenue Brooklyn, New York 11209-7414. Former WWE Divas Champion Maryse Ouellet is also scheduled to appear and the league’s official Twitter feed notes that she will be commentating the match.

– Ted DiBiase and Kaitlyn appear at the National Guard Armory 4255 IH 35N, San Antonio, Texas today from noon to 2:00 p.m.

Former WWE Wrestler Now A Hair Stylist, Scott Hall Resurfaces

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– Sean Christopher Haire, who appeared for World Wrestling Entertainment and World Championship Wrestling as a Sean O’Haire, is now trying his hand at a new profession: hair styling.

The South Magazine conducted an interview with the three-time WCW World Tag Team Champion regarding his endeavor and notes in an article, “Two or three times during our interview, Haire says something cool and outside the window, perfectly timed lightning shatters the sky. Some people have a flair for the dramatic. Which is one of the reasons he plans to make a great hair stylist.”

The interview is featured in their fifth annual “Power Professional” issue, and Haire is on the cover with the headline reading: “Sean Haire: When The Devil Came Down To Georgia.” During the interview, he recalls his life story as he discusses his history as a fighter, long-abandoned professional wrestling personas including Sean O’Haire and “the never-quite-finalized Devil’s Advocate,” his partially reconstructed and reinforced titanium jaw and orbital socket, the National Kodak Medallion of Excellence award he won for photography in high school, fighting a K-1 kickboxing champion and not knowing it, his boxing stint in New Jersey, stories involving “Rowdy” Roddy Piper, two marriages, two divorces, professional mountain biking, his girlfriend of four years and “enough WCW/WWE name-dropping to deeply entertain a writer who grew up watching scrambled WrestleManias on pay-per-view.”

– Scott Hall appeared at Friday’s I Believe in Wrestling event in Orlando, Florida as he managed son Cody Hall in his victory over Derek Ryze.

Shawn Michaels Talks About Wrestling Again, Hunting With Austin

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WWE Hall of Famer Shawn Michaels recently spoke to the Miami Herald about his working relationship with WWE and the possibility of wrestling again:

“Obviously, I want to do things that will help. You don’t want to bring me back for no other reason. It would depend on what it was. I am not as young as I once was. Do I think about that stuff? Yeah. It’s one of those things that I know that I can do it. At the same time I can also drink a six pack and be able to drive home, but do I want to give that a whirl? No.”

“”Yeah, I can fall off this or go through this, but then I end up getting hurt and can’t do my other show. I have other responsibilities. I can’t take piano lessons with my daughter because I’m up with my knee in a brace and pushed my knees too far. I do have to give more thought to that kind of stuff. I can’t just go in with reckless abandonment. At least at this point nobody has even asked about that stuff, so I haven’t really given it that much thought.”

Michaels also spoke about a recent hunting trip with Steve Austin:

“We had the opportunity to laugh and chuckle about the old days, laugh and chuckle about where we are now and how different we are from the old days when we were both competitive with each other. Watching him hit it off with Keith is a cool thing. It was an all-around good time with Steve. It was amazing that we got a hunt in at all, but we did. That’s one we are very excited about.”

Jericho’s Status For SummerSlam, WWE #3 On Youtube, Maryse

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– Chris Jericho’s band Fozzy is no longer being advertised to perform at the Rockstar Uproar Festival on August 19th in St. Louis, MO, so Jericho should have no problem appearing at WWE SummerSlam that day from Los Angeles, California.

– WWE Intercontinental champion The Miz announced on Twitter that his girlfriend, former WWE Diva Maryse, is opening her new “House of Maryse” jewelry business next week.

– The success continues for WWE’s YouTube channel, which moved up one spot this week in the rankings to become the #3 most-watched channel on the service. The WWE Fan Nation channel had 5,979,000 views in the past weeks, more than double the views it had just a few weeks ago.

Eric Bischoff Impressed With Gail Kim, BFG Series Match Results

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– TNA Wrestling executive producer Eric Bischoff has voiced his support for Gail Kim. When asked on Twitter to give his thoughts on the accomplished wrestler, he responded, “She’s talented, professional and hot! Great combo!”

– Two “Bound For Glory Series” matches were held at Friday’s TNA IMPACT WRESTLING World Tour event in Enid, Oklahoma as James Storm defeated Christopher Daniels and Jeff Hardy beat “The Pope” D’Angelo Dinero to respectively earn seven points. With the victory, Storm widened his first-place lead to 59 points. He is trailed by Samoa Joe (47 points) and Kurt Angle (41 points).

– A “Bound For Glory Series” match between Samoa Joe and Christopher Daniels was taped Thursday night in Orlando, Florida for an upcoming episode of TNA Xplosion, according to attendee JP Nichols.

Following the bout, Sam Shaw beat independent wrestler CJ O’Doyle in a dark match. Nicknamed “The Irish Lionheart,” O’Doyle primarily competes for World Xtreme Wrestling.

Pictures Of The Bella Twins In Spanish Maxim

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Nikki & Brie Bella are no longer in WWE, but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy how freaking hot they are. Check out these pictures of the Bella Twins’ recent photo shoot for the Spanish version of Maxim Magazine:

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Wade Barrett Advertised To Return From Injury Next Week

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Wade Barrett will return to action during SmackDown’s two-show tour of Tokyo, Japan at Ryogoku Kokugika next week.

Barrett has been sidelined since the February 20 Raw; he suffered a partially dislocated elbow while catching Dolph Ziggler, who was thrown out of the ring by Big Show during a battle royal. During his time away from the ring, Barrett shot a supporting role in the WWE Studios film Dead Man Down.

Matches announced for the August 9 show are a 2-1 Handicap Match for World Heavyweight Championship between Sheamus, Big Show and John Laurinaitis, a Triple Treat Match between Randy Orton, Alberto Del Rio and Kane, Rey Mysterio vs. Daniel Bryan, Kofi Kingston vs. Cody Rhodes, Santino Marella and Zack Ryder vs. Epico and Primo, Kelly Kelly vs. Natalya, Yoshi Tatsu vs. Wade Barrett, Justin Gabriel vs. Jack Swagger and Ted DiBiase vs. Jinder Mahal.

Matches announced for the August 10 show are a Fatal 4-Way Match for the World Heavyweight Championship between Sheamus, Kane, Alberto Del Rio and Big Show, a Six-Man Tag Team Match featuring Randy Orton, Santino Marella and Zack Ryder vs. Epico, John Laurinaitis and Primo, Rey Mysterio vs. Cody Rhodes, Kofi Kingston vs. Daniel Bryan, Kelly Kelly vs. Natalya, Justin Gabriel vs. Wade Barrett, Yoshi Tatsu vs. Jack Swagger and Ted DiBiase vs. Jinder Mahal.

TNA Wrestling Becomes First Company To Stream Live To Twitter

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IMPACT WRESTLING BECOMES FIRST ENTERTAINMENT COMPANY TO STREAM LIVE TO TWITTER

TNA WRESTLING makes history with IMPACT franchise by becoming the first entertainment company on Twitter to stream its “Backstage Access” live

NASHVILLE, TN – (August 4, 2012) — TNA WRESTLING made history on the Thursday August 2, 2012 LIVE broadcast of IMPACT WRESTLING by becoming the first entertainment company on Twitter to stream its “Backstage Access” live via its YouTube partner on IMPACT’s Enhanced Twitter Page at www.twitter.com/IMPACTWRESTLING.

IMPACT WRESTLING has pioneered in the field of social media when it comes to professional wrestling – whether incorporating live tweets from fans into the weekly television show on Spike in real time, interacting with fans during live pay-per-views in live Q&A’s, allowing fans to choose the main events and even allowing fans to help chose the fate of whether or not a wrestling hopeful gets a professional wrestling contract.

“We’ve always tried to keep connected with our fans and social media is a great way to do so,” says TNA President Dixie Carter. “We’ve had a wonderful relationship with Twitter and we’re glad to be able to use their technology to bring the experience to our fans in a new way.”

The “Backstage Pass” allows fans to interact with the Superstars of IMPACT WRESTLING who appear on the television show as the show happens by sending questions via twitter using hashtags. The questions then get answered live via the live stream. The “Backstage Pass” also provides continuous coverage of live action in the ring when the show goes to commercial.

IMPACT WRESTLING airs live every Thursday at 8/7ct on Spike TV.

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