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Pictures Of Lilian Garcia & Trish Stratus Partying In NYC

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The former WWWE divas Lilian Garcia and Trish Stratus partied in New York City over the weekend to celebrate Lilian’s recent wedding. Lilian posted a number of messages and pictures on Twitter over the weekend about their time together.

This morning, she wrote, “Sad today cause Trish has to leave. :-( Had an amazing wkend with her. Thks grl 4 cming & celebrtng my wedding! U r the best!! Luv ya!”

Here are the pictures Lilian posted of her and Trish from the weekend:

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Pictures Of Lilian Garcia & Trish Stratus Partying In NYC

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The former WWWE divas Lilian Garcia and Trish Stratus partied in New York City over the weekend to celebrate Lilian’s recent wedding. Lilian posted a number of messages and pictures on Twitter over the weekend about their time together.

This morning, she wrote, “Sad today cause Trish has to leave. :-( Had an amazing wkend with her. Thks grl 4 cming & celebrtng my wedding! U r the best!! Luv ya!”

Here are the pictures Lilian posted of her and Trish from the weekend:

Related Link: Lilian Garcia Wedding Photo

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New Features Announced For On SmackDown vs. Raw 2010

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Video game publisher THQ has posted new details about the “Road to WrestleMania” feature upcoming WWE SmackDown v. Raw 2010 game.

The Road to Wrestlemania will now include custom storylines for Shawn Michaels, Randy Orton, Edge, Mickie James or your own created superstar. There’s even a “Brand Warfare” option that pits the superstars of SmackDown and Raw against each other.

This year’s edition of the SmackDown vs. Raw franchise will also feature new gameplay and storytelling methods. THQ says,  “You can tear up Mr. McMahon’s office, retrieve a stolen championship and have matches interrupted by smack-talking adversaries – all in real time. We even have guest commentators presiding over some matches, as well as a long list of unlockables highlighted by some well-known individuals.”

Visit THQ.com to read more on these new features.

WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2010 hits stores on Tuesday, October 20th and will be available for the Sony PlayStation 3 and Microsoft X-Box 360 consoles.

Co-Host For Tonight's Raw Injured, WWE Stars Give Thanks

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— As announced earlier, Access Hollywood correspondents Nancy O’Dell and Maria Menounos will be taking control of Monday Night Raw tonight as this week’s guest hosts. Menounos has been posting messages on her Twitter account all weekend regarding her appearance, including making note of an apparent injury. Here is what she wrote:

“Pulled my hamstring yesterday..bad timing..icing it now”

“Ok guys-what would my entrance song for wwe be?”

“Gonna make all the greeks proud on monday night raw…wil be representing-tune in!”

“Finally going to sleep…feel like a kid before christmas morning…wwe is going to be so fun tomorrow!!!”

“Up early to make some tv and radio appearances here in indianapolis to promo wwe tonight!”

Video surfaced online last Friday of Menounos training in the ring at Ric Drasin’s pro wrestling school in Southern California, so it would appear that she will be getting physical on tonight’s show providing she is healthy enough.

— Click here to find out what the likes of Jack Swagger, Kofi Kingston and Matt Hardy are thankful for this year.

— During Friday’s episode of Psych on the USA Network, they aired clips of the Royal Rumble and the main characters made dolls of “Hacksaw” Jim Duggan and Junkyard Dog. (Thanks to Matt)

Ozzy & Sharron Osbourne Hosting Raw Next Month

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— According to an Associated Press article, Ozzy Osbourne is set to host an upcoming episode of Monday Night Raw. The word going around is that he will appear with his wife Sharon at the November 2nd show in Worcester, Massachusetts. Osbourne released his autobiography titled, “I Am Ozzy” earlier this month that he’ll likely be promoting during the WWE appearance.

– There is an article on OKMagazine about tonight’s WWE Raw host Nancy O’Dell and her being named “WWE’s Hottest Fan,” which you can read here.

— As we reported last week, John Cena’s next WWE Studios movie “Oxley’s Road” is set to start shooting in New Orleans later this year. NationalLedger.com posted a note that says producers are still looking for the young actor who’ll play John Cena’s little brother.

— The WWE website has posted new photos of ECW backstage announcer Savannah.

War Games Coming To WWE? Another PPV Being Renamed

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— WWE sent out another survey to the WWE Universe over the weekend asking fans for input on yet another Pay-Per-Vie event being renamed. This time, its Judgment Day. WWE fans were given the following names to choose from:

  • Judgment Day
  • Riot Control
  • Multimania
  • War Games

War Games was a tag-team cage match concept that originated in the NWA (and was later used in WCW).

For more on the history of War Games match, visit Wikipedia.

In his latest blog at JRsBarBQ.com, Jim Ross commented on the talk that War Games might be coming to WWE. Ross said:

I read on line where WWE was kicking around the “War Games” theme for a possible return to PPV. I think that’s a good idea as the traditional “War Games” concept was two teams of five and the bad guys winning every coin toss in existence which allowed them to always start with a 2 on 1 advantage. No, I don’t endorse that “every match be a War Games match” but I do think that it makes for a cool theme name and having one “War Games” bout would be marketable if the table was set correctly with the right talents that all had organic reasons to be “teammates.” Please read this carefully and don’t go into business for yourself inasmuch as I’m saying that this is going to happen but that it was merely something that I read being discussed on line and we all know all those things can be at times.

Sound Off 84: Call Jon Favreau, There's a NEW Iron Man!

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DOWNLOAD THE PODCAST HERE:
Solomonster Sounds Off (Episode 84)

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Est. Runtime: 53 minutes

Some of the topics discussed in this week’s Sounds Off include:

| Hell in a Cell thoughts and the story behind Punk and Undertaker opening the show

| Cena and Orton in an IRON MAN MATCH at Bragging Rights (a/k/a buyrate poison)

| No Way Out is no more, thus proving that the WWE Universe® is a truly scary place in which to reside

| Booker T is on his way out of TNA, but is he returning to WWE?

| The funniest YouTube clip EVER also happens to be the greatest moment in WCW history

Want your question on the air? Send feedback to [email protected].

Wanna subscribe to the Sound Off via iTunes? CLICK HERE!

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Sound Off 84: Call Jon Favreau, There’s a NEW Iron Man!

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solomonster

DOWNLOAD THE PODCAST HERE:
Solomonster Sounds Off (Episode 84)

*right-click, “Save As”, or stream it!

Est. Runtime: 53 minutes

Some of the topics discussed in this week’s Sounds Off include:

| Hell in a Cell thoughts and the story behind Punk and Undertaker opening the show

| Cena and Orton in an IRON MAN MATCH at Bragging Rights (a/k/a buyrate poison)

| No Way Out is no more, thus proving that the WWE Universe® is a truly scary place in which to reside

| Booker T is on his way out of TNA, but is he returning to WWE?

| The funniest YouTube clip EVER also happens to be the greatest moment in WCW history

Want your question on the air? Send feedback to [email protected].

Wanna subscribe to the Sound Off via iTunes? CLICK HERE!

Visit The Solomonster on Twitter @ twitter.com/solomonster

This Week's Impact Rating, Sarita Going For Bodybuilding Title

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— This week’s edition of TNA iMPACT! drew a 1.0 cable rating. This is down from last week’s 1.1 figure. (source: PWInsider.com)

— One half of the TNA Knockout Tag Team Champions, Sarita, will be going for her fourth consecutive CMLL Bodybuilding Championship on Wednesday, November 25th.

— Jeremy Borash is covering this weekend’s slate of TNA live events in Wisconsin and Minnesota on the company’s Twitter account — including complete results, photos and more. Click here for photos and results from last night’s show in La Crosse, Wisconsin.

Triple H High On Young Superstar, Backstage DX Story

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— Sources say that Triple H is quite high on Drew McIntyre and is one of the driving forces behind the young wrestler’s current push. Vince McMahon has also singled McIntyre out as somebody he sees to have great potential.

— Speaking of Drew McIntyre, there was a minor backstage issue with his Hell in a Cell opponent R-Truth at last week’s pay-per-view. According to F4Wonline.com, R-Truth was preparing to go out to the ring when a WWE producer told him to remove the camouflage vest he was wearing because that’s now DX’s thing. He approached Stephanie McMahon about the issue, who said that he should probably discuss the issue with Triple H. At that point, R-Truth decided to take the vest off and head to the ring for his match without it.

Vince Talks About WWE's "Sophisticated" Product, MMA & More

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Silicon Valley’s MercuryNews.com has an article that looks at WWE’s transition from TV-14 programming to TV-PG, with quotes from WWE Chairman Vince McMahon.

McMahon explains that desepite the success WWE saw during the edgy Attitude era, the time was right to shift towards more family friendly programming. “We just followed our audience and tried to listen to them,” McMahon said. “It’s a more sophisticated product. It’s just the right move business-wise, but more specifically the right move in terms of reaching our audience.”

Since going PG, WWE has picked up a number of new sponsorships, including Pepsi, 7-Eleven stores, Mattel toys and the Army National Guard.

Vince also said by toning down WWE’s programming, they are moving farther away from being in direct competition with mixed martial arts. “You really can’t compete with that,” he said. “Why not deliver a more sophisticated product and not go to those extremes? If the audience wants those extremes, they know where to go and how to get it.”

Wait, what?! WWE? Sophisticated? WWE? World Wrestling Entertainment?

The article also notes that singer Ozzy Osbourne will be hosting Raw this fall.

Vince Talks About WWE’s “Sophisticated” Product, MMA & More

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Silicon Valley’s MercuryNews.com has an article that looks at WWE’s transition from TV-14 programming to TV-PG, with quotes from WWE Chairman Vince McMahon.

McMahon explains that desepite the success WWE saw during the edgy Attitude era, the time was right to shift towards more family friendly programming. “We just followed our audience and tried to listen to them,” McMahon said. “It’s a more sophisticated product. It’s just the right move business-wise, but more specifically the right move in terms of reaching our audience.”

Since going PG, WWE has picked up a number of new sponsorships, including Pepsi, 7-Eleven stores, Mattel toys and the Army National Guard.

Vince also said by toning down WWE’s programming, they are moving farther away from being in direct competition with mixed martial arts. “You really can’t compete with that,” he said. “Why not deliver a more sophisticated product and not go to those extremes? If the audience wants those extremes, they know where to go and how to get it.”

Wait, what?! WWE? Sophisticated? WWE? World Wrestling Entertainment?

The article also notes that singer Ozzy Osbourne will be hosting Raw this fall.

Kennedy Wins Title Belt (Picture), Grisham Getting Married

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— Congratulations to SmackDown announcer Todd Grisham, who is getting married next weekend in Pennsylvania. Grisham will miss the Tuesday’s taping in Columbia, SC as he and his new bride will be on their honeymoon!

— — Ring announcer Justin Roberts’ profile has been moved from the SmackDown section to the Raw section. Roberts took over the ring announcing duties for Monday Night Raw last week as a result of Lilian Garcia’s departure from the company.

— After suffering a knee injury at a live event last month, WWE Diva Kelly Kelly posted a message on Twitter.com/realkellykelly saying that he’s returned to the gym. She returned to action this past Monday on Raw.

— Former WWE superstar Ken “Mr. Kennedy” Anderson is the new World Champion for the Nu Wrestling Evolution promotion. He won the title at a live event in Malta on October 2nd, after defeating former WWE superstar Chuck Palumbo & Tiny Iron in a three way match. Here’s Ken Anderson celebrating his big win:

Ken Anderson NWE Title

WWE HOF'er Possibly Appearing At BFG, Lacey Auction

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— TNA officials reached out to Terry Funk to work the Bound For Glory pay-per-view later this month. Apparently, they wanted the WWE Hall of Famer to be involved in the Abyss vs. Mick Foley “Monster’s Ball: Hardcore Extreme” match. (source: Wrestling Observer Newsletter)

— Lacey Von Erich has put up the gold jacket she wore during her TNA debut up for bid on eBay.

— In this week’s TNA webmatch, Kip James squares off against Rhino. You can view the match here. Also note, the multi-time WWE tag team champion is back to being a babyface.

Poll Results: What Did You Think of WWE Hell in a Cell?

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On Monday, we asked what you thought about WWE’s Hell in a Cell Pay-Per-View. 1,556 fans voted and here are the results:

  • What a Waste (40%, 616 Votes)
  • Average (39%, 604 Votes)
  • Great Show (21%, 336 Votes)

Feel free to comment on this post and tell us why you voted the way you did.

We’ve got a new poll up, let’s hear what you think!

Knockouts In 'Muscle & Fitness', Rayne's Losing Streak Ends

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— As noted earlier, the TNA Knockouts will be featured in the new issue of Muscle & Fitness, which goes on sale this Tuesday. Click here to see behind the scenes footage from the photo shoot.

— As seen last night on Impact, Madison Rayne scored the deciding fall in an Eight Knockout Elimination Match where she, Velvet Sky, Alissa Flash and Traci Brooks defeated Sarita, Taylor Wilde, Hamada and Christy Hemme. This was her first pinfall victory in TNA since joining the promotion in February.

— Click here for photos and videos from last night’s episode of Impact.

Matt Hardy 'Scare Tactics' Teaster, PPV Name Change Official

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— Following a minor knee injury, WWE Diva Kelly Kelly has started back at the gym this week and should be returning to action soon.

 — WWE has changed the name of it’s February PPV fro No Way Out to Elimination Chamber, according to the Upcoming Pay-Per-Views list on WWE.com. The event is expected to feature multiple Elimination Chamber matches, much like the recent Hell in a Cell PPV.

— The WWE website has posted new photos of Beth Phoenix.

— Matt Hardy will be appearing on next week’s episode of Scare Tactics on Syfy. You can catch the episode Tuesday at 9:00 p.m ET. Here’s a teaser for the episode:

JR Blog: Steve Austin, Future Raw Hosts, False Piper Rumors

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WWE Hall of Famer Jim Ross has updated his blog, which you can read at JRsBarBQ.com in its entirety. Some highlights from this entry:

Steve Austin in the UK: Got an email from old pal Steve Austin late last night. He’s in the UK promoting his next film “Damage” which will be released imminently on DVD. I’ve seen the trailer and liked what I saw and plan on supporting Steve by purchasing this action packed, fight filled film when it becomes available. Many Austin fans waited some 13 hours to be a part of a signing there this week. Steve also detailed seeing his first soccer game in person and he told me that he had a blast and had a better understanding and appreciation for the game.

NWA Title Up For Auction: 75K is the asking price for Ric Flair’s coveted NWA World Title Belt? Wow…good luck on getting that number to the party selling the treasure. This is not a positive development in the big picture, at least in my humble opinion, and it quite frankly makes me sad. But it is also none of my business.

False Roddy Piper Rumors: I’m happy to hear that the early week reports regarding the severity of Rowdy Roddy Piper’s illness were erroneous and that Rod is on his way to feeling much better. One of my fondest memories is having dinner at WM25 with Roddy and Ric Flair, among other pals, and listening to the stories. If a camera had been rolling we would have had “Gold, Jerry, Gold!” Feel better Hot Rod.

Future RAW Guest Hosts: I’ve heard of some big names that are likely candidates to host Monday Night Raw in coming weeks and many are most intriguing. It looks as if WWE is committed to this process of having a guest celeb from some walk of life host the company’s top TV priority as an avenue for the host to promote their own products or agendas. I thought Big Ben did a solid job Monday night and from what I was told by those that were in Wilkes-Barre that the Steelers QB and his O-Line had a blast. I would estimate that Roethlisberger signed at least 100 pieces of swag for WWE personnel while he was at Raw.

Before The Undertaker Was A Star, Today's Birthdays

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— Happy birthday to Paul Burchill, who turns 30 day and WWE United States champion The Miz, who turns 29.

Miz posted a message on his Twitter.com/mikethemiz page saying, “thanks for all the birthday wishes the mizfits remember. what am i doin on my bday? working of course have a thq video game appearance.”

— Former TNA creative team member Dutch Mantel has posted a blog this week where he talks about working with The Undertaker before he became a star. Mantel wrote on TheWorldAccordingToDutch.blogspot.com:

“When I first became acquainted with Mark, he was the complete opposite of what he is today. His hair was cropped short and he had no tattoos. When I first laid eyes on him, he actually looked too clean cut to be a wrestler. Today, he is a walking tat advert. He turned out to be a great guy and for a man his size, he moved like silk”

He continued, “At first glance, Mark had all the physical tools to succeed in the pro wrestling business. He had the size, the look and the raw talent to be a HUGE star. His next hurdle he would face would be to decide if he possessed the temperament to succeed. Over the next several months, I got to know Mark Calaway’s temperament very well and he passed the test.”

Before The Undertaker Was A Star, Today’s Birthdays

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— Happy birthday to Paul Burchill, who turns 30 day and WWE United States champion The Miz, who turns 29.

Miz posted a message on his Twitter.com/mikethemiz page saying, “thanks for all the birthday wishes the mizfits remember. what am i doin on my bday? working of course have a thq video game appearance.”

— Former TNA creative team member Dutch Mantel has posted a blog this week where he talks about working with The Undertaker before he became a star. Mantel wrote on TheWorldAccordingToDutch.blogspot.com:

“When I first became acquainted with Mark, he was the complete opposite of what he is today. His hair was cropped short and he had no tattoos. When I first laid eyes on him, he actually looked too clean cut to be a wrestler. Today, he is a walking tat advert. He turned out to be a great guy and for a man his size, he moved like silk”

He continued, “At first glance, Mark had all the physical tools to succeed in the pro wrestling business. He had the size, the look and the raw talent to be a HUGE star. His next hurdle he would face would be to decide if he possessed the temperament to succeed. Over the next several months, I got to know Mark Calaway’s temperament very well and he passed the test.”

J.R.'s Contract Expiring Soon, Katie Lea Burchill Blogs, More

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— According to the latest issue of Power Slam, SmackDown commentator Jim Ross’ contract with World Wrestling Entertainment is set to expire in November. As of last word, he has not signed a new deal.

— Katie Lea Burchill has posted her latest in-character blog, Short and Snappy Tales of Greatness #9. The British Diva gives her take on this past Tuesday’s edition of ECW. (Short and Snappy Tales of Greatness #9)

— In today’s birthdays, Paul Burchill turns 30 whereas The Miz turns 29.

Steve Austin Talks In-Depth About Jeff Hardy's Issues

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During an interview with the UK Sun this week to promote his new movie Damage, WWE Hall of Famer Steve Austin says he’s spoken to former WWE superstar Jeff Hardy about his ongoing issues, but you can only do so much to help another person.

“I called him a while back and talked to him,” he said. “He’s a good looking kid, he’s got a really unique style, people love him, he has his own kind of charisma. I wish he could put it all together and get his personal demons behind him. He got caught with a lot of stuff and we’ll see what happens.”

Austin said he’s reached out to other WWE superstars when he they were having issues with drug addiction.

“I’ve called a few guys when I hear some of them getting into problems,” he said. “I try to give my two cents to the situation. They’ll all swear that everything is cool, it turns out things aren’t cool. [Vince McMahon] has offered to pay for rehab for anybody who wants it. Some people have taken him up on it, some people haven’t. I get made when people point the finger at Vince and say it’s his fault. It’s not his fault. He’s a third generation promoter who runs a wrestling company. I take responsibility for all my actions. I think everybody should. I refuse to think that it’s Vince McMahon’s fault for any of this.”

He said Jeff Hardy has a unique situation for WWE. One hand hand, he’s one of the most charismatic and popular superstars on the roster, but there’s such a risk of him screwing up that they’ve never been able to fully get behind him.

“Man. This last thing I just heard about the other day when I was driving back from Texas to L.A.,” he said. “They never gave that guy a full green light push, but you can’t keep him down. All the calamity and trouble he gets into, but people love him. If they ever fully gave him a green light push, who knows what would happen? But you can’t do that because you don’t know what he’s going to do because all of a sudden you have all of this time and money invested and then he screws up. So who knows what’s going to come out of it, if he’s going to do time or whatever. He has some serious stuff going against him.”

Steve Austin Talks In-Depth About Jeff Hardy’s Issues

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During an interview with the UK Sun this week to promote his new movie Damage, WWE Hall of Famer Steve Austin says he’s spoken to former WWE superstar Jeff Hardy about his ongoing issues, but you can only do so much to help another person.

“I called him a while back and talked to him,” he said. “He’s a good looking kid, he’s got a really unique style, people love him, he has his own kind of charisma. I wish he could put it all together and get his personal demons behind him. He got caught with a lot of stuff and we’ll see what happens.”

Austin said he’s reached out to other WWE superstars when he they were having issues with drug addiction.

“I’ve called a few guys when I hear some of them getting into problems,” he said. “I try to give my two cents to the situation. They’ll all swear that everything is cool, it turns out things aren’t cool. [Vince McMahon] has offered to pay for rehab for anybody who wants it. Some people have taken him up on it, some people haven’t. I get made when people point the finger at Vince and say it’s his fault. It’s not his fault. He’s a third generation promoter who runs a wrestling company. I take responsibility for all my actions. I think everybody should. I refuse to think that it’s Vince McMahon’s fault for any of this.”

He said Jeff Hardy has a unique situation for WWE. One hand hand, he’s one of the most charismatic and popular superstars on the roster, but there’s such a risk of him screwing up that they’ve never been able to fully get behind him.

“Man. This last thing I just heard about the other day when I was driving back from Texas to L.A.,” he said. “They never gave that guy a full green light push, but you can’t keep him down. All the calamity and trouble he gets into, but people love him. If they ever fully gave him a green light push, who knows what would happen? But you can’t do that because you don’t know what he’s going to do because all of a sudden you have all of this time and money invested and then he screws up. So who knows what’s going to come out of it, if he’s going to do time or whatever. He has some serious stuff going against him.”

Big Show's WWE Studios Movie Gets New Title & Cast

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The WWE Studios feature film “Suckerpunch” starring the Big Show has been renamed to “Knucklehead” and has some new additions to the cast, according to the Hollywood Reporter. Big Show will be joined by Mark Feuerstein (USA Network’s Royal Pains) and Melora Hardin (HBO’s Hung).

In “Knucklehead,” fight promoter Memphis Earl (Feuerstein) is in debt and thinks his luck is about to change when he comes across the 7-foot lifelong orphan, Walter Kronk (Big Show). He tries to convince Kronk to wrestle professionally and Kronk finally agrees to wrestle on behalf of his fellow orphans, setting up a road trip. Filming kicked off this week in New Orleans.

The Hollywood Reporter article also notes that Big Show recently finished shooting the SNL feature film “MacGruber.” Last month, Chris Jericho wrote on Twitter that he and the Great Khali were also filming scenes for the MacGruber movie, so it looks like WWE will be well-represented there.

Big Show’s WWE Studios Movie Gets New Title & Cast

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The WWE Studios feature film “Suckerpunch” starring the Big Show has been renamed to “Knucklehead” and has some new additions to the cast, according to the Hollywood Reporter. Big Show will be joined by Mark Feuerstein (USA Network’s Royal Pains) and Melora Hardin (HBO’s Hung).

In “Knucklehead,” fight promoter Memphis Earl (Feuerstein) is in debt and thinks his luck is about to change when he comes across the 7-foot lifelong orphan, Walter Kronk (Big Show). He tries to convince Kronk to wrestle professionally and Kronk finally agrees to wrestle on behalf of his fellow orphans, setting up a road trip. Filming kicked off this week in New Orleans.

The Hollywood Reporter article also notes that Big Show recently finished shooting the SNL feature film “MacGruber.” Last month, Chris Jericho wrote on Twitter that he and the Great Khali were also filming scenes for the MacGruber movie, so it looks like WWE will be well-represented there.