10,389 articles
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.
Trick Williams has commented on not facing his former tag team partner Carmelo Hayes at WWE WrestleMania 42. Williams discussed his feelings about the situation involving Hayes and the upcoming WrestleMania event.
AEW & CMLL's Mascara Dorada has stated that he felt "a lot of pressure" when taking over the character previously used by former WWE star Metalik. The dual contracted star addressed the experience of assuming the role from the former WWE talent.
Rhea Ripley discussed her long-term goals for WWE's women's division during an appearance on The Ebro, Laura & Rosenberg Show, stating that she wants to "leave this company where the women's division is better off." Ripley credited previous generations of women wrestlers for fighting harder for opportunities that today's roster receives more regularly, and emphasized that current performers make every moment count whether they're given 30 seconds or 20 minutes of television time.
Rhea Ripley admitted she feels pressure heading into her WrestleMania match against Jade Cargill, stating that it's "a match that a lot of people have wanted for a long time, especially at WrestleMania." Ripley explained that facing Cargill adds another layer of pressure since she feels responsible for helping bring the match to the level fans expect, noting Cargill's limited experience compared to others on the roster.
WWE NXT star Tony D'Angelo has spoken about his long-time friendship with a current member of The Vision stable, referring to the Vision member as "a great friend."
Former WWE star CJ Perry responded aggressively to a social media user who criticized WWE as "steroid-filled fake fighting" on April 4, 2026. Perry defended WWE's wellness policy against steroid accusations and challenged the critic by asking if she could hit them with a steel chair to show how "fake" wrestling is. She followed up with another tweet making similar points about the physical reality of wrestling, continuing her defense of the industry's legitimacy.
WWE star Rusev has responded to concerns about his involvement in the Intercontinental Championship ladder match at WrestleMania. Rusev stated "This Is My Time, This Is My Match" when addressing the concerns.
WWE commentator Michael Cole revealed the times throughout his career he was most shocked while calling a match.