From his early days as a musician to managing some of the biggest names in wrestling, we explore the life and career of wrestling legend Jimmy Hart, aka "The Mouth of the South."
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David Schultz is a straight shooter, and at his core, a simple man. His story, however, is one of the most compelling studies of the unreal world of pro wrestling. Some may say he was the ultimate martyr and a victim of injustice. Others may see him as unhinged and primitive. What’s certain is that David Schultz's entire wrestling career is for better or worse, defined by a single incident.
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From armed robberies to a WWE contract, Nathan Jones' story is one of redemption. But despite his towering size and intimidating presence, Jones' run in the WWE was underwhelming. Discover the story of "The Colossus of Boggo Road," his swift exit from professional wrestling and newfound career in acting.
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Former wrestler Eugene “Buck” Zumhofe was a journeyman in the wrestling business, but his story is far from ordinary. From multiple stints in prison to the sexual abuse of his daughter, Zumhofe's dark past is a cautionary tale of the wrestling industry.
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From his breakout role as Drax The Destroyer in the Marvel Cinematic Universe to his impressive turn in Blade Runner 2049, Batista has proven time and time again that he is more than just a muscle-bound action star. Read more about his best on-screen performances and why he's one of the best wrestlers turned actors.
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Discover the story of Sunny, the first true "Diva" in WWE history. In the mid-90s, she defied expectations and became one of the company's most popular and heavily promoted figures, but her journey was full of highs and many recent lows.
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Uncover the forgotten tale of Ed Gantner, a talented wrestler whose career and life were tragically cut short after years of steroid abuse.
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Discover the career of Ted Dibiase Jr, the son of "The Million Dollar Man." From excelling in football and soccer to pursuing wrestling, he made his in-ring debut with his older brother in 2006. Follow his journey as his wrestling career flourished and became more complicated after joining FCW in 2007.
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Wrestling fans might remember Dean Douglas by his more popular wrestling name Shane Douglas. Still, from 1995 through 1996, Dean Douglas was brought in as an arrogant intellectual who was a far cry from The Franchise. We explore his character and what went wrong.
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When one thinks of Mike Awesome, his epic battles in ECW and FMW with Masato Tanaka or his incredible run as the ECW World Champion come to mind. But what happened to the man after his prominent runs in ECW, WCW and WWF? And what led to the tragic end of his life? These are the final years of Mike Awesome.
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When fans speak of Jinsei Shinzaki, most talk about his prowess in Michinoku Pro Wrestling. United States fans might know him better as Hakushi from the World Wrestling Federation (WWF, now known as the WWE), “The White One.”
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Ditching the Union Jack trunks and the Rule Britannia entrance music for jeans and rock music, The British Bulldog's last major run with WWE in 1999 kicked off with a bang but ended with a whimper.
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When WCCW ceased operations, Kerry Von Erich finally joined the WWF, yet with a name change, hidden disability and personal demons, it was an uphill battle from the beginning. In the eye of the tornado, there's no more high and low, no floor and sky. This is the Texas Tornado’s run with WWE.
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While the late great Gary Hart took many under his wing, he viewed Gino Hernandez as a son and did everything he could to care for him. Today, we explore their relationship.
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When the Hardcore Title offered a never-ended chase full of outrageous scenarios, Crash Holly emerged as one of the division's most prominent and memorable stars. We explore how Mike Lockwood broke into the business, his rise in the WWE and his tragic demise.
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With a bizarre, patchy haircut, blue and green face paint, and (seemingly) unable to communicate verbally, The Missing Link was a memorable savage who squashed opponents in minutes. Still, behind the character, Dewey Robertson struggled with addiction and depression. This is a fascinating yet tragic tale of The Missing Link.
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During the inaugural WWE Draft, it was emphasized that teams and factions were not entirely exempt, which led to The Dudleys being drafted to separate brands. Based on the influence of Samuel L. Jackson's character in Pulp Fiction, D-Von extended his character to become Reverend D-Von. This is his journey going solo.
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Towards the end of 2013, the NXT brand was off and running in its new incarnation as a full-blown developmental territory for the WWE. Some of these new up-and-coming names would need to work on-screen with someone more experienced and a solid worker all around and could help elevate this new talent. Enter Tyson Kidd. This is his run with NXT.
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In 2006, Mark began training at the acclaimed Harley Race Academy to chase his dreams of becoming a professional wrestler, but it didn't come easy. Mark shares his journey and experience with the 'King' Harley Race.
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At 6 foot 6 and shy of 300 pounds, Test seemingly caught the wrestling world's attention, and his potential seemed limitless. Sadly, his battle with substance abuse cut his life drastically short. This is the rise and fall of Andrew 'Test' Martin.
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