Archive for August, 2009

– Former WWE gimmick wrestler The Boogeyman will be wrestling for Booker T’s PWA on September 5. – TNA wrestler Christopher Daniels was reportedly arrested this past weekend for a DUI. Daniels was pulled over in Smithfield, North Carolina and reportedly tested for a blood alcohol content of .14. He was released on $2,000...
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In addition to announcing Dusty Rhodes as the guest host, WWE has also confirmed two matches for Monday’s RAW. To hype the foursome’s Unified Tag Championship match at Breaking Point, Big Show, Chris Jericho, MVP and Mark Henry will all be in matches. Big Show will wrestle Mark Henry, while Chris Jericho takes on...
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WWE held another creative meeting Sunday to discuss the Rey Mysterio suspension issue, which has effectively overshadowed the UFC 102 fallout as the weekend’s biggest story among crossover fans. According to F4WOnline.com, there was significant heat on Mysterio for his negative interview comments in Mexico’s Record, particularly because the interview was not approved by...
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– With Summerslam and the immediate fallout over, WWE begins building towards its fall on television this week. RAW, to be taped in Detroit, features Dusty Rhodes as guest host (who the MSN TV Guide called a “shocking surprise” host). Earlier this month, rumors suggested that LeBron James was in the running to guest...
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Matt Hardy’s WWE Universe blog on brother Jeff’s WWE departure has been removed. (Update: For those looking to read the full blog, Hardy posted it on his MySpace account). Originally featured here, the page is now missing. At press time, Hardy’s Twitter account was still linking to the blog, and he had not commented...
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A story at MyNews.in falsely attaches former WWE Diva Brooke Adams to actor/comedian Russell Brand in a graphic sex story. The My News story mentions Adams’ WWE Diva past and even features her photos, but according to The Sun, which first reported the celebrity gossip, the woman in question is an 18-year-old British model...
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Ed Soares, the manager for UFC Middleweight Champion and top pound-for-pound fighter Anderson Silva, told MMAJunkie that he believes Dan Henderson and Nate Marquardt should battle in a number one contender’s match. Coming off dominant knockout victories over tough fighters–Henderson put Michael Bisping to sleep at UFC 100, while Nate Marquardt ended Demian Maia’s...
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– According to Marc Berman, Saturday’s WWE WrestleMania 25 special garnered 3.97 million viewers for NBC. The one-hour show was third in its timeslot, earning a 1.3/4 in the adults 18-49 demographic. While the number is not outstanding, the special did build on its “Law & Order: CI” lead-in. The final broadcast rating, as...
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It is no secret that some WWE officials and workers were less than pleased with Rey Mysterio’s recent posturing, which some reports say included threatening to give the company his notice. Nonetheless, sources say the notion that WWE delibrately handled its recent drug testing in a way that would target Mysterio is wholly false....
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Retaining the lead it garnered in its premiere Friday, “The Final Destination” cruised to a dominant box office victory. According to weekend estimates, the fourth film in the “Final Destination” franchise–and the first to utilize 3-D screens–earned $28.3 million. The strong total–well ahead of high-teens projections–distanced “Destination” from the competition. In second place was...
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– Triple H and Natalya are the Superstar of the Day and the Daily Diva on WWE.com, respectively. – The official Twitter for the Orlando Magic Dancers claimed this weekend that dancer Trinity McCray is set to start in WWE Developmental. “Don’t think I ever told u all where Trinity was going this yr!...
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Kim Kardashian, still sporting her lighter hair color, entered photographers’ lenses at the Anastasia Salon in Beverly Hills, all while wearing a very short skirt. Meanwhile, Jessica Alba demonstrated the appeal of dressing casually as she shows off a slightly new look in candid photos.
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Voluptuous former “Girl Next Door” Holly Madison appeared at a tribute for the late Michael Jackson, proving that she is still committed to looking great. Meanwhile, knockout “The Hills” star Kristin Cavallari filmed beach scenes in a bikini bottom. Make sure to follow us on Twitter to get exclusive celebrity gossip news and photos!
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Veteran WWE announcer weighed in on Jeff Hardy’s WWE hiatus Saturday, putting over the former World Champion’s recent performances as “amazing, awe inspiring and profoundly professional.” Ross explained that Hardy is gone until further notice in order to take a “much needed sabbatical.” While Ross does “expect to see Jeff Hardy back in a...
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It is one of the most heavily-discussed topics in wrestling history, and WWE’s new “Rise and Fall of WCW” DVD is sure to incite debate and controversy from wrestling fans. The DVD lists at over $20, but if you’re looking to get it for free, you might have a shot. Headline Planet will award...
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Recent changes to WWE’s fall house show lineups provide insight into WWE’s upcoming creative plans. – Billed to headline October SmackDown! shows is a championship bout between CM Punk and Rey Mysterio. Given that Undertaker, who is presently feuding with CM Punk, is unlikely to work some of the domestic house shows, this should...
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Though UFC President Dana White stands by his recommendation that former champion Chuck Liddell remain retired, the company’s head honcho acknowledged the possibility of a return bout Saturday night. Speaking at the UFC 102 press conference, White said that Liddell texted him repeatedly Saturday about fighting; the UFC President anticipates a discussion about a...
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At the beginning of Saturday’s UFC 102 press conference, UFC President Dana White announced the “fight night” bonuses. Nathan Marquardt’s dramatic one-punch knockout of rival Middleweight contender Demian Maia earned him the KO bonus, while Jake Rosholt’s arm triangle victory over Chris Leben garnered him the submission of the night award. The classic Randy...
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Prior to UFC 102, mixed martial arts fans and critics counted Randy Couture and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira out of the mix. After suffering crushing defeats to Brock Lesnar and Frank Mir, respectively, were Couture and Nogueira still relevant as heavyweight forces? Their UFC 102 fight did not provide a definitive answer as to their...
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Welcome to Headline Planet’s live UFC 102 results coverage, featuring the anticipated Randy Couture vs. Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira battle. Which heavyweight legend will leave victorious? The card also features Keith Jardine vs. Thiago Silva and Nathan Marquardt vs. Demian Maia. PRELIMINARY CARD FIGHTS Evan Dunham b. Marcus Aurelio via split decision (29-28, 28-29, 30-27)...
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