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Wrestler Returns To The Ring After An Eight-Year Hiatus During TNA Television Taping
While best known nowadays for being married to her more famous husband Matt Hardy, with whom she has four children, Reby Hardy was a wrestler herself between 2011 and 2016. However, having not wrestled for the best part of a decade, the 37-year-old has returned to the ring during TNA’s latest set of television tapings, teaming with Matt against fellow husband and wife team Eddie and Alisha Edwards. Matt and Jeff Hardy are currently working for TNA without contracts, and it is understood that both are enjoying the creative freedom available to them and the ability to be big fishes in a small pond. Yet, whether they will be for TNA long-term remains to be seen, with it possible WWE could be open to being the brothers back for at least a short run and Hall of Fame induction, with it known that was previously discussed after Jeff initially departed the company in 2021.
Former AEW Wrestler Paige VanZant Makes Her Power Slap Debut (w/Video)
Having departed AEW after deciding that pro wrestling wasn’t for her, Paige VanZant has returned to combat sports. However, after the former UFC fighter struggled to a split decision draw with adult actress Elle Brooke in a boxing match, there was some debate over whether she should continue fighting or focus on her incredibly popular OnlyFans account instead. Yet, seemingly proving her doubters wrong, VanZant would secure a unanimous decision victory against Christian Wolmarans in her Power Slap debut this past Friday. For those unaware, Power Slap is a relatively new sports brand owned by UFC chief executive officer Dana White. Initially, it would air on TBS following AEW Dynamite, but due to its struggle to retain wrestling fans, it was canceled and now airs on the streaming platform Rumble. Still, despite its viewership challenges, adding a name like VanZant can only help attract eyeballs.
Chris Jericho To Wrestle Superstar Luchador On CMLL Show Following Surprise Appearance (w/Video)
As fans eagerly anticipate Chris Jericho, Big Bill, and a mystery partner’s showdown against Katsuyori Shibata, Samoa Joe, and Hook at Forbidden Door, Jericho is already building toward a dream match that few fans could have predicted. This would be set up during a surprise appearance by The Learning Tree during CMLL’s Friday night event when the AEW star attacked iconic luchador Mistico, leaving him lying following a Codebreaker and Judas Effect. Subsequently, Jericho issued a challenge, which was accepted, and now fans await confirmation of the date. Before becoming a US star, Jericho made his name internationally, with CMLL being his home in Mexico during the mid-90s. There, he wrestled notable names like Blue Demon, Vampiro, Dr. Wagner Jr., Hector Garza, and Ultimo Dragon. And while he would return to the country to wrestle multiple times with WWE, thanks to AEW’s working relationship with CMLL, he will get to compete in the country for the first time in eight years in the coming weeks.
Sick Of It All Cancels Tour & Shares Sad Personal News
Sick of It All are New York hardcore legends, and have been active in the heavy music scene since the mid-‘80s. The band has had some major label success, but they’ve really built their audience and reputation on steady albums and touring for decades. Sadly, the band has announced they’re canceling their summer European tour after singer Lou Koller was diagnosed with esophageal cancer. “What’s up, everybody? Lou here,” the singer said in a social media message. “As you may or may not know, we had to cancel our full European tour this summer. There’s some rumors going around as...
“Clown” Provides Update On New Slipknot Music
Slipknot recently tabbed former Sepultura drummer Eloy Casagrande, and the band has been recently been on the road breaking in their new recruit. The hire has led to speculation that Slipknot is gearing up to release new material, and M. Shawn “Clown” Crahan provided an update in a recent interview with Revolver. “Well, one thing I can say is this: There’s always going to be new Slipknot music,” said Clown. “But we’ve also said that there is a filter, and we are the filter, and that filter must go through everyone. And when I was telling you that we’re doing a lot better...
Nikki Sixx Provides Update On New Mötley Crüe Material
Mötley Crüe dropped a new track, “Dogs Of War,” back in April. The song led to speculation that the band might be on track to record a new album. While a full record doesn’t seem to be in the cards, bassist Nikki Sixx revealed that the band has few more tracks they’re going to release as singles. “We’re just playing festivals, and that takes us into October,” Sixx told Riff X. “We don’t have any plans next year yet. I know there’s some conversations about stuff. I mean, we have a few singles (in the can), so I don’t see...
Jacob Fatu’s Initially Planned WWE Name Revealed
Jacob Fatu’s WWE debut during last week’s episode of SmackDown was a memorable moment, with his takedown of Cody Rhodes, Kevin Owens, and Randy Orton hinting at a promising career as part of The Bloodline. However, the use of his real name caught many off guard, as this is a departure from WWE’s usual practice of renaming talents. And now Dave Meltzer has reported in his Wrestling Observer Newsletter that WWE initially intended to call him “Caesar Sikoa,” although they changed their mind for an unknown reason. 32-year-old Fatu finished with MLW in February, and it became known he had signed with WWE shortly before WrestleMania with him canceling bookings. Therefore, the fact it took several months for him to debut was unexpected, although with him having a criminal record, it has been speculated WWE wanted to wait until they’d run their premium live events in France and Scotland, which will seemingly be confirmed to have been a factor if he is unable to travel to August’s Bash In Berlin.
Vince Russo Responds To How Many Times He Says “Bro” Being Counted During “Who Killed WCW?”
Vince Russo returned to wrestling fans’ televisions thanks recently to being prominently featured on Vice’s new docuseries “Who Killed WCW?” And while he would share some interesting information dating back to his time working for the former wrestling promotion, many online would note he reportedly says “bro,” seemingly after every few words. Therefore, when the producers of the series started a competition on social media asking how many fans times he had said the word, there were plenty of high guesses, with the total number later being revealed to have been 353 times. And now, following this, Russo has acknowledged...
Tony Khan Shares Update On Dr. Britt Baker
Dr. Britt Baker was one of AEW’s first breakout stars, yet she hasn’t wrestled since September, with it known, she has been supporting Adam Cole post-surgery and dealing with her own injuries. However, it appears she won’t be on the sidelines for much longer, as Tony Khan has revealed during the pre-Forbidden Door media call that she is expected to be medically cleared to return to the rung “very soon.” 33-year-old Baker was AEW’s first female signing, and while always treated as a featured performer in the women’s division, her career skyrocketed following her Unsanctioned Lights Out match against Thunder Rosa in March 2021. She wasn’t victorious on the night, although the match set her apart, similar to how Steve Austin’s defeat to Bret Hart at WrestleMania 13 made him a star. Subsequently, fans would get behind her character even though she was a heel, although it now seems likely that when she does finally return to television, she will be presented as a big babyface.
Talk Is Jericho: Canada Day Winnipeggers Watchalong – Clifford!
Happy Canada Day, eh? And there’s no better way to celebrate than with a Winnipeggers reunion with a bonus Clifford! watchalong! We’re not talking about the big red dog, though! We’re talking about the 10-year-old boy played by fellow Canadian legend Martin Short! It’s a movie beloved by everyone from David Letterman to Nicholas Cage to… the Winnipeggers (at least one of them, but you’ll have to listen to find out which one). And of course, in true TIJ watchalong and Winnipeggers style, there’s plenty of casting and acting discussion, behind-the-scenes stories from the set, completely useless trivia, and a plethora (good word, eh?) of tangential (another good word, eh?) anecdotes and references like perms, Fargo, bow ties, birthdays, cameo, post-pimple days, milk, mullets, and first-times. And… take a drink for every obscure reference (but please don’t drive, eh?)! For more Talk Is Jericho episodes, please visit our archives, and for future episodes, you can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Google Podcasts.
Kirk Hammett Says Metallica’s Music Isn’t A Challenge
When you’ve been with a band for 40 years essentially playing the same style of music, chances are you’re gonna get really good at it. Heavy metal legends Metallica no doubt have their fair share of songs that present a challenge to novice and skilled musicians alike who attempt to play them, but for Metallica guitarist Kirk Hammett, at this point it’s a breeze. “I gotta tell you. I know that people are going to kill me but Metallica music isn’t that difficult for me to play!” Hammett said on the Metallica Report podcast. “It’s difficult for me to play bebop – now that’s difficult sh*t to play, okay? There are jazz progressions out there where there’s a chord change every beat, that’s difficult bro!,” Hammett stated. Hammett continued: “That’s mind-bending, learning how to solo over that. That’s where my head is at – or looking at great classic solos from great soloists and trying to get deep into the theory side of things and looking at it musically and seeing what their approach was. Metallica music, I’ve been playing it for the last 40 years. Of course, it’s going to be easy for me. It’s because I’m a guitar player.”
WWE & AEW Stars Tie The Knot
Two years ago, speculation started that WWE’s Rhea Ripley and AEW’s Buddy Matthews were dating after he became a regular guest on her Twitch channel, and soon afterward, this would be confirmed. Therefore, fans were ecstatic when the duo announced they were engaged last August, showing their relationship was progressing quickly. And now showing the loved-up couple have found the right person, they have shared a joint Instagram post featuring a photo of them kissing captioned “Til death. 23.06.24,” indicating they tied the knot on Sunday. 27-year-old Ripley was previously in a relationship with indie wrestler Demetri Jackson, who has been an enhancement talent for AEW and WWE. Meanwhile, 35-year-old Matthews was once engaged to Alexa Bliss after they met when both were working for WWE. Yet, while fans were disappointed when these relationships failed to last, things seemed to work out in the end, especially with Bliss having gone on to start a family with Ryan Cabrera.
WWE Talent Announces Upcoming Departure From The Company
As of late, multiple WWE contracts have been expiring. Yet while some talents would be offered new deals like Damian Priest, Seth Rollins, and Drew McIntyre, others like Scrypts and Drew Gulak wouldn’t be. And now, with it having been known for some time that his deal was running out, Donovan Dijak has announced on X that he will depart the company when his contract expires on Friday. Additionally, he would note that despite having previously been told by a top executive that he was “crushing it,” WWE never made him an offer to stay. 37-year-old Dijak broke into the business in 2013...
Crazy Town Singer’s Cause Of Death Revealed
Earlier this week, Crazy Town singer Shifty Shellshock, whose real name was Seth Binzer, passed away at the age of 49. The frontman was found at his home in Los Angeles. The singer had long battled addiction, and he even appeared on several rehab-style reality shows in attempt to get and stay clean. Sadly, it was his addiction issues that caused his passing, according to his rep, Howie Hubberman. “Seth has been struggling with substance abuse problems for quite sometime,” Hubberman told Rolling Stone. “Seth was not happy with the daily struggle that’s called life. Some people cope in many...
Gabbi Tuft Shares Footage From Her Return To The Ring
Due to not having wrestled in over a decade and having had open heart surgery in 2019, it was believed Gabi Tuft, who previously wrestled as Tyler Reks, was finished competing in the ring. However, after recently confirming earlier this year that she was back in training after receiving medical clearance, the former WWE talent has shared a brief clip on Instagram from her return to the ring, having main evented West Coast Pro’s show on Tuesday night. 45-year-old Tuft first began wrestling in 2007 and quickly caught the attention of WWE due to her impressive look and plenty of charisma. This would see her treated as a big deal in their developmental territory, FCW, with her going on to hold the promotion’s top title. Yet, once called up to be part of WWE’s version of ECW, this success wouldn’t continue, and she was ultimately treated as a lower-card talent. And while it did look like WWE had plans for her as part of the tag team with Curt Hawkins, she quit the company because she wanted to spend more time with her daughter.
Chris Jericho Reveals What Paul Stanley & Gene Simmons Think Of Kuarantine
Chris Jericho’s KISS cover band, Kuarantine, is gearing up for a short run in the midwest. The band pays tribute to KISS’ non-makeup era and will play shows in Chesterfield, Michigan (July 5), Franklin, Ohio (July 6) and Warrendale, Pa. (July 7). Jericho spoke with Youngstown Studio ahead of the shows and shared what KISS co-founders Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons think of the band which has recorded five non-makeup era tracks so far including “Good Girl Gone Bad,” “Loves A Deadly Weapon,” “Heart Of Chrome,” “No, No, No” and “Silver Spoon.” “Paul loves all the Paul songs,” Jericho said....
Lacey Evans Comments On Whether She’s Interested In Returning To The Ring
Following her WWE departure last year, Lacey Evans, real name Macey Estrella-Kadlec, has been focusing on her family and multiple businesses, including launching a premium content adult website. However, many of the former Marines fans are still hoping she will eventually return the ring. And now, during a recent interview with YouTuber Carlo Perruzza, she has revealed she is open to it “If there’s a company out there that will bring me in to kick ass,” although noted pro wrestling isn’t her passion. After several years as part of the military, in 2014, Macey began training at a local wrestling school in Georgia, going on to sign with WWE two years later. From there, she would debut in NXT, establishing herself as one of the top heels in WWE’s women’s division before joining the main roster in 2019. Subsequently, she would feature in a storyline with Ric Flair, with it believed she was next in line to win the Raw Women’s Championship. Yet following the news of her pregnancy, that plan was scrapped, and despite returning to television just over a year later, her momentum was gone, with her new military gimmick seemingly not impressing those in power.
Former The Bump Host Reveals Why WWE Released Him
Earlier this year, it was reported that the WWE released popular on-air talent Matt Camp, who is best known for hosting The Bump. At the time, no reason for his departure was shared publicly, resulting in plenty of speculation. However, now, during his new YouTube show, Camp has opened up about being let go, confirming it was due to budget cuts and calling it “pretty sh*tty” how the company chose not to acknowledge his exit. During his time with WWE, Camp became a familiar face to wrestling fans, appearing on WWE’s The Bump, NXT Level Up, Raw Talk, SmackDown LowDown, Best of WWE, WWE’s The Ultimate Show, as well as multiple premium live event kickoff shows. Additionally, it is known he worked as a historical consultant on several WWE documentaries, which made his release even more surprising at the time. Still, it appears that having broken into the business in 2017 via Tommy Dreamer’s House of Hardcore promotion, he still wants to be involved, which the launch of his podcast verifies.
2 Cold Scorpio Has Upcoming Bookings Postponed Following His Recent Arrest
Earlier this week, news broke that Charles Scaggs had been arrested on June 15 after he got into an argument with a man over their refusal to put out a cigarette in a convenience store, which resulted in the pro wrestler stabbing the man multiple times. And while 58-year-old Scraggs would claim self-defense and officially plead not guilty, it has now been revealed that he is set to miss some notable upcoming bookings. This was advised by Japanese promotion DDT Pro, who had previously announced he would work several dates for them in August, presumably because he can’t travel internationally. Despite being older than most active wrestlers, Scraggs, better known to wrestling fans as 2 Cold Scorpio and Flash Funk, continues to compete semi-regularly, with him having wrestled over a dozen times this year. Still, whether the former WWE, WCW, and ECW talent struggles to get more bookings following his arrest remains to be seen, although given how bizarre the wrestling world can be, if many actually see him booked more, with his current notoriety likely making him a bigger name.
Talk Is Jericho: 40 Years Of Anthony Michael Hall
Anthony Michael Hall has starred in some seriously iconic movies, starting with a very memorable turn as Rusty Griswold in the comedy classic Vacation! He talks about working with and learning from Chevy Chase, John Candy, and Beverly D’Angelo. He explains how that Vacation experience led directly to his incredible working relationship and friendship with the late great writer/director John Hughes, with whom he did Sixteen Candles, The Breakfast Club, and Weird Science. Anthony shares some great stories from those movie sets, all that John Hughes did for him personally, and what happened that caused the rift in their relationship. He also remembers the single season he spent on Saturday Night Live with Robert Downey, Jr. (with whom he remains great friends) and Damon Wayans! He discusses his favorite sketches and reveals why he thinks it’s the worst season in the show’s history. Plus, Anthony comments on Andrew McCarthy’s new Hulu documentary, Brats, and shares some BTS moments from his latest projects – the upcoming third season of Reacher and the just-released Netflix movie Trigger Warning! For more Talk Is Jericho episodes, please visit our archives, and for future episodes, you can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Google Podcasts.
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