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According to talent agent Nick LoPiccolo, Rhea Ripley chose not to sign with a talent agency because she prefers to "go home and do her thing" rather than pursue outside representation. LoPiccolo revealed on BodySlam.net's podcast that Ripley was the only wrestler on his target list of seven WWE talents that he didn't successfully sign, explaining that he heard she simply doesn't want an agent.
A backstage report indicates that the New Day's WWE departure had been planned a week before it occurred. The report also suggests that additional releases could still take place.
Charlotte Flair revealed on ESPN that she hopes her father Ric Flair stays off social media when watching her matches, particularly after losses like her recent defeat to Jacy Jayne on SmackDown. Charlotte acknowledged that Ric is "very vocal" about her career and matches online, describing his reactions as typical of a protective parent who "happens to be Ric Flair and very opinionated." When asked if Ric ever feels the urge to physically intervene during her matches, Charlotte jokingly said she would "put him in timeout," adding that "he's in timeout a lot though."
WWE Champion Cody Rhodes wanted to capitalize on an eye injury he sustained during a match with Randy Orton. Triple H shut down Rhodes' idea to wear an eye patch following the injury at WWE WrestleMania 42.
According to a backstage report, changes have been made to Roman Reigns' upcoming WWE schedule. The changes were reportedly made because Reigns will not be appearing at the Night of Champions premium live event in June.
Bully Ray believes that a recently released WWE star would have been the perfect main roster opponent for Blake Monroe. He feels WWE missed an opportunity by releasing this wrestler who he viewed as an ideal fit for a storyline with Monroe.
John Cena will appear at WWE Backlash this Saturday and has teased "history-making news." This comes weeks after Cena hosted both nights of WrestleMania 42.
WWE announced a three-show Canadian tour for August, with stops in London (August 20), Toronto (August 21), and Ottawa (August 24). Kevin Owens delivered the announcement in a video where he revealed he underwent neck surgery and hasn't wrestled in the past year. Tickets go on sale May 8, with a presale beginning May 7.
WWE has hired Hunter Selby as the new Director of Show Production and Design, with Selby announcing the move on LinkedIn and stating that his designs will hopefully debut on screens soon. Selby brings Emmy nominations for his lighting work on American Idol and SNL50: The Homecoming Concert, with his role covering stage setup, lighting, and the overall visual presentation of WWE's weekly programming and premium live events.
ESPN's ESPN Unlimited platform has edited CM Punk's WrestleMania 42 entrance from Night Two on April 19, replacing the AFI song "Miseria Cantaré" with generic stock music in replays. The original entrance, which featured the licensed AFI track before transitioning to "Cult of Personality," remains unchanged on WWE's social media platforms and Netflix's international replay. The change appears to be related to music licensing restrictions specific to ESPN's platform.
Seth Rollins has discussed his recent injuries and the inspiration he drew from others while working to return to full fitness during his WWE injury hiatus.
WWE has hired Hunter Selby as the company's new Director of Show Production and Design. Selby announced his new position on social media.