William Moody, better known to pro wrestling fans as Paul Bearer, the pasty-faced, urn-carrying manager for performers The Undertaker and Kane, has died, the WWE said. He was 58. A spokesman for the wrestling company said Moody’s family notified the WWE of his death on Tuesday. No cause was released. After stints in various independent wrestling promotions, Moody joined the WWE in 1990 and quickly became associated with The Undertaker, a character who claimed he was undead and boasted of mystical powers. The WWE said in a statement that Moody, "went on to become a memorable part of WWE over the course of the next 20 years." In the WWE plotline, Paul Bearer later managed Undertaker’s on-screen half-brother Kane. He also managed the bad-guy character Mick "Mankind" Foley. His shrill catchphrase, "Ooohhh yeeesss!" and contorted facial expressions made him one of the sports-entertainment company’s more popular personalities for more than a decade. In the outlandish world … [Read more...] about WWE: ‘Paul Bearer’ dies at age 58
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Aggies’ Sumlin interrupted by WWE’s Big Show
There Kevin Sumlin was, delivering an impassioned address to a crowd of pro wrestling fans at a basketball arena in College Station, when WWE wrestler Big Show detonated.Typical. “Pardon me for interrupting this incredibly boring ceremony,” Big Show said. The crowd booed. So Sumlin didn’t get to finish his big recruiting pitch (or whatever that was). But he did get to play the protagonist in a viral video, and — in much the same way as with pro wrestling itself — make people ask: Real or fake? … [Read more...] about Aggies’ Sumlin interrupted by WWE’s Big Show
WWE star Cena to lead Jets chant
It’s not clear who should get the blame here — the Jets, for picking a Massachusetts native and Patriots fan to lead the J-E-T-S chant before a game, or the Massachusetts native and Patriots fan for accepting the invitation. But whether it makes sense or not, WWE star John Cena will be an honorary captain as the Jets face the Colts this Sunday. Cena has been tabbed for pregame captaincy and cheerleading duties, according to Manish Mehta of the New York Daily News, who also notes that Cena was likely picked because Met Life Stadium is hosting Wrestlemania on April 7. Still, it’s a curious choice to have a self-proclaimed Patriots fan leading the New York faithful — or expecting the New York faithful to follow along with a Patriots fan. Let’s see how that one turns out. … [Read more...] about WWE star Cena to lead Jets chant
WWE’s Lawler released from hospital
Professional wrestling icon Jerry ”The King” Lawler was released from a Montreal hospital Monday, a week after having a mild heart attack while announcing a World Wrestling Entertainment event. WWE said the 62-year-old Lawler will return home in the next few days. Lawler, from Memphis, Tenn., collapsed at the announcer’s table at Bell Centre. He still wrestles and took part in a tag-team match before joining broadcast partner Michael Cole ringside for the rest of the program. … [Read more...] about WWE’s Lawler released from hospital
Report: WWE star Jericho suspended
World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) superstar Chris Jericho was suspended indefinitely Friday after nearly being arrested in Brazil for desecrating the country’s flag during a match. In a statement, WWE called Jericho’s attempt to incite the crowd in Sao Paulo an "irresponsible act" and apologized to the citizens and government of Brazil. During the bout Thursday night against WWE champion CM Punk, the 41-year-old Jericho grabbed the flag — which his opponent had been holding up — crumpled it, threw it to the mat and kicked it out of the ring. The stunt was not approved by WWE management, and police at ringside quickly intervened, informing Jericho that it is a crime under Brazilian law to desecrate the flag. Jericho was reportedly told to apologize or face arrest, so he grabbed a microphone and expressed his regrets. Jericho, who has been with WWE for most of the past 13 years, issued repeated apologies after the show via Twitter and through the WWE. "I made a … [Read more...] about Report: WWE star Jericho suspended
Kurt Busch: Feud is ‘WWE-type’ action
Kurt Busch thought he and Ryan Newman were friends. He’s learned the hard way this week that he was mistaken. Maybe that’s how it goes between drivers looking to lock down jobs for next year? Busch is once again in the starring role as NASCAR’s resident villain, this time for a series of incidents involving Newman and his team last week at Darlington Raceway. It’s led to a series of scathing remarks from Newman, who has accused Busch in various interviews of having a ”chemical imbalance” and lying about why he ran into the back of Newman’s car after Saturday night’s race. On Friday, Busch offered his version of events for the first time. He seemed agitated about the entire episode, and characterized it as the kind of ”WWE-type action” that fans enjoy. ”This is good for our sport. This is WWE-type action,” Busch said, snapping at reporters gathered behind his team hauler at Charlotte Motor Speedway. ”This is … [Read more...] about Kurt Busch: Feud is ‘WWE-type’ action
Report: Tyson to enter WWE Hall of Fame
Mike Tyson, who entered boxing’s Hall of Fame last year, soon will be recognized for his performances in the wrestling ring, TMZ reported Monday. The former undisputed heavyweight champion of the world confirmed he will be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame at Miami’s AmericanAirlines Arena on Mar. 31. Tyson, 45, guest hosted "Monday Night Raw" in 2010, 12 years after he first appeared as "the special enforcer" at WrestleMania XIV for an infamous showdown between Steve Austin and Shawn Michaels. Tyson said he was "honored" to be joining wrestling’s elite. "I was the youngest heavyweight champion of all time, but the most fun I ever had in the ring was with WWE," he said. … [Read more...] about Report: Tyson to enter WWE Hall of Fame
Ex-WWE star Chyna warns Snooki
Former World Wrestling Entertainment fighter Chyna says "Jersey Shore" star Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi should stay away from the ring or risk a smackdown, entertainment website TMZ reported Saturday. "I could take on Snooki and The Situation [Mike "The Situation" Sorrentino] in a tag match and have some fun doing it," said Joanie Laurer, who is better known in the wrestling world as Chyna. Snooki, 23, made her wrestling debut on the WWE’s "Monday Night Raw" program last week. Laurer added, "Snooki is trying to make a joke out of wrestling." The former WWE star has been in retirement since 2002 and was most recently seen on TV show "Celebrity Rehab" in 2008. Now 40, the 5-foot-10 inch Laurer said she would return to the WWE for a fight with the 4-9 Snooki. … [Read more...] about Ex-WWE star Chyna warns Snooki
Ex-WWE star Luna Vachon dies at 48
Former World Wrestling Entertainment star Gertrude "Luna" Vachon died Friday morning in Florida at age 48. The cause of death has not been determined. She was found dead at her mother’s home, Vachon’s friends and family reportedly told the website Canadian Online Explorer (CANOE). She was living with her mother because her home was damaged in a fire. "World Wrestling Entertainment has been made aware of the passing of Gertrude (Luna) Vachon. WWE extends its deepest condolences to the Vachon family," WWE said in a statement. "Ms. Vachon was under contract with WWE at various times from 1993 through 2000, and performed under the name ‘Luna’ Vachon. She last performed for WWE in early 2000." Vachon, born in 1962, is part of a legendary Canadian pro wrestling family. Her father Paul "Butcher" Vachon, uncle Maurice "Mad Dog" Vachon and aunt Vivian Vachon were all successful wrestlers. Luna Vachon, nicknamed the "Daughter of Darkness," started her career in 1986 and … [Read more...] about Ex-WWE star Luna Vachon dies at 48
Conor McGregor a future WWE superstar? Jim Ross tells Colin Cowherd ‘McGregor will earn a massive check from Vince McMahon someday’
Since making his foray from the octagon to the boxing ring, there’s been a lot of speculation over where Conor McGregor goes next. And while it seems like we’ll be seeing McGregor back in the UFC very soon, WWE Hall of Famer Jim Ross has weighed in on where he thinks McGregor will end up.“There’s no way Conor McGregor will not earn a massive paycheck from Vince McMahon,” Ross told Colin Cowherd on ‘The HERD’ on Thursday.“I would suggest at a Wrestlemania somewhere down the road,” Ross continued. “The attraction’s there, the marketing’s there, the money’s there, why not make it happen?”In the interview, Ross declared his utmost admiration for McGregor as a fighter and an athlete, and he did admit he expected to see McGregor back in the octagon soon. But a one-off WWE event would be something Ross thinks McGregor would be crazy to pass up.See Ross’s complete interview from ‘The HERD’ … [Read more...] about Conor McGregor a future WWE superstar? Jim Ross tells Colin Cowherd ‘McGregor will earn a massive check from Vince McMahon someday’