Archive for November 5th, 2009

Singer Katy Perry gave male fans a more vivid reason to resent Russell Brand Thursday–her attire at the MTV Europe Music Awards show fits into the “showstopping” category. The revealing outfits for her red carpet appearances and on-stage performances made the “I Kissed a Girl” and “Waking up in Vegas” singer the talk of the... »

For the most part, WWE Chairman Vince McMahon’s conference call with investors adhered to the standard format. He talked about the company’s success, addressed the idea of a WWE television network and talked about plans to make the Films division more viable. But as the build-up to this conference included son Shane McMahon’s sudden... »

– As of press time, WWE’s stock was trading at 14.14, which marks a 4.42% increase over yesterday’s close. While the broader market was up by about 1.5%, a portion of the price rise can undoubtedly be attributed to WWE beating earnings estimates and forecasting solid growth going forward. – In a conference call... »

WWE’s Q3 2009 earnings statement featured a number of positives, toplined by the fact that the leading sports entertainment corporation beat Wall Street estimates on both revenues and earnings. Revenue rose from $108.8 million to $111.3 million year-over-year, while net income rose from $5.3 million ($.07 per share) to $8.9 million ($.12 per share). ... »

When news broke that other names of pro wrestling prominence were expected to join Hulk Hogan and Eric Bischoff in signing with TNA, Steve Austin’s name jumped to the top of speculation lists. But, according to the Wrestling Observer Newsletter, there is virtually no chance of it happening. Austin is reportedly still under some sort of... »

– The Fayetteville Observer reports that Jeff Hardy’s probable cause hearing on an array of drug-related charges has been delayed until December 2. Originally scheduled for yesterday, Hardy missed the court appearance due to a drug lab report not yet coming back. His attorney Jim Van Camp was present. – Kevin Nash disputed Wrestling Observer... »