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WWE Hall of Famer Shawn Michaels has stated that he was "in a much better place" during the 2000s, calling it his best era in WWE. Michaels opened up about his in-ring career and explained his preference for his work from the 2000s over the 1990s.
Booker T expressed satisfaction with Sid Eudy's induction into the WWE Hall of Fame, stating that the late wrestler should have received this recognition much earlier. Booker T also recalled how Eudy helped him during his wrestling career.
Netflix has officially announced a documentary series focusing on WWE Hall of Famer Hulk Hogan titled "Hulk Hogan: Real American." The documentary series will premiere later this month on the streaming platform.
Eric Bischoff was invited to induct Dennis Rodman into the WWE Hall of Fame but will not be able to attend the festivities. The WWE Hall of Famer declined the invitation to participate in the Hall of Fame ceremony.
DDP revealed details about WWE's contract offer to Karrion Kross before his departure from the company in August 2025. According to DDP, the offer was described as "mid-card money."
Netflix has released the official trailer for "Hulk Hogan: Real American," a documentary featuring Hulk Hogan's final recorded interview that will premiere on April 22. The documentary includes archival footage from Hogan's career, iconic moments like his matches with Andre the Giant at WrestleMania III and The Rock at WrestleMania X8, and interviews with Bret Hart, Kevin Nash, Scott Hall, Jimmy Hart, and Linda Hogan. The trailer suggests the documentary will examine both the highs and controversies of Hogan's life, with footage filmed shortly before his passing in July 2025.
Pat McAfee was WWE's first choice for celebrity involvement in the Randy Orton and Cody Rhodes WrestleMania 42 feud, but initially rejected the role before eventually agreeing to a deal. According to Dave Meltzer, the push for McAfee's involvement came from Ari Emanuel, and WWE scrambled to find alternatives after his initial rejection before ultimately working out terms that led to his April 3 SmackDown appearance where he aligned with Orton and attacked Rhodes.
Elayna Black explained on the Battleground podcast that she experienced constant creative restrictions during her WWE tenure, where she was frequently directed on how to perform, speak, and execute moves in ways that didn't resonate with her character vision. The former WWE performer contrasted this with her current TNA experience, stating that while TNA provides guidance, it offers more creative freedom that allows her to develop her character through her own interpretation. Black emphasized that TNA's approach gives her the flexibility to shape her character in a way that feels natural to her.
Pat McAfee initially declined WWE's plans for his return ahead of WrestleMania 42. Backstage details have emerged regarding McAfee's involvement in the build for the Undisputed WWE Championship match at the event.
A TikTok video shows Oba Femi being followed by a group of autograph seekers to his car, with multiple people crowding around him and repeatedly asking for signatures as he tried to leave. Despite the persistent requests, Femi ignored the situation, got into his car, rolled up the window and drove away without responding. This incident follows a similar occurrence outside his hotel just days earlier where autograph seekers also waited to get his attention.
Chelsea Green is facing backlash from fans after responding positively to an Instagram birthday tribute post from Marty Scurll, replying "Hahahahahaha THIS IS SO GOOD" to his post where he cosplayed as her. Fans criticized Green on social media for maintaining a friendship with Scurll, citing his connection to unresolved allegations involving a 16-year-old during the 2020 #SpeakingOut movement, with many accusing her of hypocrisy.
The April 6, 2026 episode of WWE RAW will feature Seth Rollins opening the show after being attacked by GUNTHER last week, with GUNTHER making it clear he'll face Rollins at WrestleMania 42. CM Punk will address the WWE Universe following his attack on Roman Reigns where he put Reigns through the announcer's table, while Oba Femi and Brock Lesnar will both be in the building after their chaotic face-off required Triple H's intervention. The show will also include matches between Finn Balor vs. JD McDonagh, Rhea Ripley & IYO SKY vs. B-Fab & Michin, and Austin Theory vs. LA Knight.