WWE Hall of Famer Ted DiBiase Pulls Out of Saturday Night’s Main Event Due to Health Issue

One Big Thing

Ted DiBiase, known to fans as “The Million Dollar Man,” will not appear at tonight’s WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event in Long Island due to health concerns.

Why It Matters

DiBiase’s absence impacts WWE’s efforts to create a nostalgic atmosphere for the revived Saturday Night’s Main Event show, which holds significant historical importance for longtime fans.

Key Details

• The event takes place at Nassau Coliseum in Long Island, New York
• Several WWE legends are confirmed to appear:
  • Jimmy Hart
  • Greg Valentine
  • Koko B. Ware
• CM Punk is present backstage, though his on-air appearance status remains unclear
• Tito Santana announced his planned attendance but hasn’t been spotted at the venue

By The Numbers

• 3 WWE legends confirmed on-site
• 1 legend (DiBiase) officially pulled from the event
• 1 active superstar (CM Punk) confirmed backstage

Looking Ahead

The success of this revival could determine whether WWE continues to produce more Saturday Night’s Main Event specials, a format that was instrumental in the company’s growth during the 1980s.

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