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Cody Rhodes has named a current WWE star as having the best natural rise to superstardom in professional wrestling history, describing it as the best example of an "organic" run in WWE.
WWE's LA Knight revealed that the Max Dupri character was originally pitched to him as something similar to Roddy Piper. Knight stated that the character later became "awful" and didn't work out as intended.
WWE United States Champion Trick Williams revealed that his partnership with rapper Lil Yachty began when WWE approached both of them about doing an entrance together before WrestleMania. Williams explained that Yachty, who has been attending WWE shows for years due to his genuine love of wrestling, insisted on creating a real storyline rather than a one-week appearance. According to Williams, Yachty has been training to get the full WWE experience and the two have developed a close friendship both inside and outside the ring.
Former WWE Women's IC Champion Maxxine Dupri has reflected on her training experience at The Dungeon 2.0. She discussed which aspect of her wrestling skills improved the most during her time training at the facility.
WWE US Champion Trick Williams has named his dream opponents and commented on the possibility of being part of a Hall of Famer's final match. Williams specifically mentioned Booker T as one of his dream opponents, calling it an honor.
Jey Uso responded to fan backlash over his King of the Ring tournament advancement with a brief Instagram Story message stating "Man ya'll love me." The response came after Uso defeated LA Knight, Finn Balor, and Royce Keys in a Fatal Four-Way first-round match on the June 12 edition of SmackDown, with fans on Twitter arguing that LA Knight or Finn Balor should have advanced instead.
Former WCW executive and WWE Hall of Famer Eric Bischoff has revealed what he would have changed about the New World Order before the group's demise in 2000. The article does not specify what that one thing was that Bischoff would have altered about the NWO.
WWE Hall of Famer Nikki Bella has expressed disappointment with her performance in her last match in Paris against Becky Lynch. Bella has stated she would like the opportunity to wrestle in Paris again.
The Undertaker has commented following Rey Fenix's AAA World Cruiserweight Championship defense on WWE SmackDown. The WWE Hall of Famer addressed Fenix defending the title on the show.
WWE US Champion Trick Williams has explained how his on-screen alliance with hip-hop artist Lil Yachty developed. Williams provided details about the formation of their partnership during a recent discussion.
WWE has confirmed multiple matches for the June 19 episode of SmackDown, headlined by Cody Rhodes defending the Undisputed WWE Championship against Gunther with Sami Zayn serving as special guest referee. The card also features R-Truth and Damian Priest challenging MFT for the WWE Tag Team Championship, Charlotte Flair vs. Liv Morgan in a Queen of the Ring semifinal, and Carmelo Hayes vs. Ricky Saints with the winner earning a United States Championship match against Trick Williams at Night of Champions.
CM Punk is scheduled to appear at FanaticsFest on July 19 at the Javits Center in New York City, as announced during Friday's SmackDown episode. Punk has been absent from WWE television since the Raw after WrestleMania 42, where he lost the World Heavyweight Championship to Roman Reigns and teased a potential future match with Cody Rhodes. Reports indicate that Punk may return either before or on the July 6 episode of Raw from Rosemont, Illinois, with plans for a significant role at SummerSlam.