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WRESTLING legend Kevin Sullivan has died at 74 after suffering an accident in May that led to a series of complications he never recovered from. WWE announced The Taskmaster’s death on Thursday morning, leading tributes to pour in for the former World Championship Wrestling star. Last month, the wrestler’s family set up a GoFundMe for […]

WCW legend Kevin Sullivan dies just months after ‘devastating accident’ as tributes from WWE alums pour in

Wrestling legend Kevin Sullivan, who was known as the “Prince of Darkness,” has died at the age of 74, according to an August 9 statement from World Wrestling Entertainment or WWE. According to TMZ, Sullivan “was famously one of Hulk Hogan’s biggest rivals in the 1990s.”

Hulk Hogan’s Wrestling Rival, Kevin Sullivan, Dies 3 Months After ‘Devastating’ Autograph Signing Accident

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When news broke that Shane McMahon had met with Tony Khan about AEW, it garnered some pretty incredible reactions from around the professional world. Some wondered if McMahon would formally sign with the promotion, while others asked if this was nothing more than a way to juice up the hype cycle, but the prevailing thought wasn't so much how Shane-O-Mac would fit in AEW but who he would fit alongside, as at 54, there's basically no way the former SmackDown Tag Team Champion could hang on his own as a singles wrestler.

3 best fits for Shane McMahon in AEW

Solo Sikoa had a curt message for Roman Reigns after the Original Tribal Chief’s return to WWE SmackDown on this week’s episode from Tulsa, OK. During the show, Reigns brawled with The Bloodline’s Tama Tonga and Tonga Loa while Sikoa was able to avoid coming to blows with his cousin.

Solo Sikoa Says Roman Reigns Lied To Him After WWE SmackDown

Over the last few years some big moves have been made and fans have seen a number of AEW stars jump ship to WWE. Names like Jade Cargill, Ethan Page and Lexis King have joined the WWE roster and now it seems that another familiar AEW star could be joining the company as well.

AEW Star Expected To Leave The Company And Join WWE

The preliminary ratings for Friday night’s episode of WWE SmackDown are in. Based on the overnight ratings, the show brought in 2,433,000 viewers. This marks a 21% increase from last week. The show drew 811,000 viewers in the key 18-49 demographic, up 19% from last week (0.60). It was #2 in total viewership and the demo, behind the Olympics.

The Preliminary Ratings For WWE SmackDown (8/9/24)

Cody Rhodes has publicly expressed his desire to reintroduce the classic “Winged Eagle” WWE Championship since winning the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship at WrestleMania 40. In a recent interview with GQ, Rhodes reiterated his interest in reinstating the title in a manner that complements the current title design...

Cody Rhodes Wishes To Bring ‘Winged Eagle’ Title Back To WWE

In a recent interview with Sports Illustrated, Rhea Ripley discussed her transition to becoming a fan favorite and being cheered on by WWE fans. You can check out some highlights from the interview below:. On becoming a top star in WWE: “I never thought that I could do this. Isn’t...

Rhea Ripley Reflects On Her Rise In WWE – ‘I’m Grateful’

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Roman Reigns Returns to SmackDown

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Triple H’s WWE career went to the next level in 1999, and for a time, many fans considered him the best pro wrestler in the world. However, many of his detractors at the time would accuse him of taking elements of his gimmick and even look from ECW’s Shane Douglas. Additionally, some felt that Triple H’s nickname, “The Game,” was in response to Douglas calling himself “The Franchise.” However, while discussing Triple H during this time period on his popular podcast, Jim Ross has played this down, although he would acknowledge he’d heard the comparisons. Douglas, real name Troy Martin, broke...

Jim Ross Comments On The Claim That Triple H Stole His Gimmick From An ECW Original

“The Original Tribal Chief’s” booking sheet is filling up quick since returning at WWE SummerSlam 2024. On Friday, WWE.com began advertising Roman Reigns for another date. The former long-reigning WWE Universal Champion is scheduled for tonight’s episode of WWE SmackDown, as well as next week’s show.

Roman Reigns Set For WWE SmackDown On USA Network Debut On 9/13

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It's been 21 years since actress/singer Nell Carter, best known for the 1980s NBC sitcom, Gimme a Break!, died of natural causes at only 54. This is her story. Nell Carter was born September 13, 1948, in Birmingham, Alabama. After initially finding fame on and off-Broadway, and via a brief role in 1977 on the TV datime drama, Ryan's Hope, Carter took the lead in Ain't Misbehavin'!, a live stage revue of the works of composer Fats Waller.

The Brief Life & Tragic Death of Nell Carter ('Gimme A Break' & 'Ain't Misbehavin'): 21 Years Later

Tickets for three AEW events in October are now on sale. They include:. * October 2nd: 5th Anniversary Show – Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. * October 8th: AEW Dynamite – Spokane, Washington. Tonight’s episode of AEW Rampage will be headlined with Nyla Rose facing off against Saraya. You can...

What Will Headline Tonight’s Episode Of AEW Rampage?, & More News

Seth Rollins is taking yet another break due to injuries. The top WWE star took a break after WrestleMania 40, where he handed over the WWE World Heavyweight Title to Drew McIntyre, who lost it to Damian Priest after cashing in his Money in the Bank contract. He underwent a knee operation before returning a few weeks ago.

Backstage Update On Seth Rollins’ WWE Status

WWE Women’s World Champion Liv Morgan & Dominik Mysterio put their relationship to the test following this week’s episode of SmackDown. After the show, Morgan defended her title against Kairi Sane but Dominik Mysterio’s repeated interference would disrupt the title match. Mysterio’s meddling would bring out Braun...

Watch – Liv Morgan & Dominik Mysterio Team Up After WWE SmackDown

Last weekend SummerSlam aired live from Cleveland and Solo Sikoa challenged Cody Rhodes for the Undisputed WWE Championship in a Bloodline Rules match. Ultimately Cody Rhodes retained after Roman Reigns returned and hit Solo with the Superman Punch followed by the spear. This week on Friday Night SmackDown, Solo Sikoa...

Roman Reigns Destroys The New Bloodline On WWE SmackDown

As we reported earlier today here on eWn, Kevin Sullivan, also known as “The Taskmaster,” has passed away at the age of 74. In May, Sullivan suffered a devastating accident that significantly affected his medical condition. He underwent surgery and sustained various complications, and the accident impacted his ability to function independently.

WWE & Triple H React To The Passing Of Kevin Sullivan

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WWE released exclusive post-show footage of Roman Reigns’ television return after the 8/9 show went off the air from the BOK Center in Tulsa, OK. The show went off the air a little earlier than expected, as the video doesn’t show much other than Reigns continuing to stare back at the ring after decimating The Bloodline duo of Tama Tonga and Tonga Loa.

Off-Air Footage Of Roman Reigns From After WWE SmackDown Ended On Aug. 9

During a recent edition of his “Wrestling With Freddie” podcast, actor and former WWE writer Freddie Prinze Jr. lavished praise for the way WWE is booking GUNTHER these days. He said,. “A dude that you and I have liked for a long time is cutting great heel promos,...

Dominik Mysterio Tweet Goes Viral, Freddie Prinze Jr. Praises WWE’s Booking Of GUNTHER

Adam Pearce has issued an official ruling regarding the Bronson Reed and Seth Rollins angle that played out last Monday. Reed attacked Rollins on the show and delivered multiple Tsunami splashes from the top rope before security was eventually able to pull Rollins to safety. WWE announced on Saturday that Rollins will be out of action for “an unspecified period of time” and that Reed has been fined “a massive yet undisclosed amount of money.”

WWE issues storyline injury update on Seth Rollins, Bronson Reed given ‘massive’ fine

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Eric Bischoff Explains Why Hulk Hogan Reprised The Red & Yellow Gimmick In 1999

On a recent edition of his “83 Weeks” podcast, WWE Hall of Famer Eric Bischoff discussed Hulk Hogan’s transition to a babyface persona, sporting the red...

Eric Bischoff Explains Why Hulk Hogan Reprised The Red & Yellow Gimmick In 1999

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