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Dave Meltzer reports that WWE and NFL legend Tom Brady are currently in negotiations for Brady to appear at WrestleMania 42. According to Meltzer, no deal has been finalized yet between the two parties.
Mark Henry believes WWE music composer Jim Johnston deserves to be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame alongside wrestlers, not in the celebrity wing. During a recent conversation on Nailz Knows, Henry praised Johnston's ability to help get multiple wrestlers over throughout different eras, stating "Jim Johnston deserves a place. He did something for pro wrestling that a lot of wrestlers haven't been able to do."
A WWE scout has praised an independent wrestler following their recent match. The scout shared positive comments about the independent star's performance.
A WWE Superstar is reportedly visiting the WWE Performance Center this week before receiving medical clearance. The wrestler could potentially be cleared in time for WrestleMania.
Professional wrestling has drawn influence from western culture, with cowboys, ranches and rodeos intertwining with the sport's rugged spirit. The article explains that western culture's appeal of risk and spectacle parallels professional wrestling, as both involve competitors entering unpredictable situations that create "controlled chaos" for audiences. The cowboy character has become a dependable archetype in wrestling, with many wrestlers from the Southern and Midwestern United States bringing their farm and rodeo backgrounds into the ring.
Liv Morgan stated in a recent interview that she expects other wrestlers to chase her after her anticipated WrestleMania championship victory, saying "I'm not wanting for anything or anyone. I feel like everyone else is going to be wanting for the Liv Morgan." Morgan positioned herself as "the desired one" rather than someone who would be seeking out challengers, expressing confidence about her role at the top of the women's division following WrestleMania.
Liv Morgan credits WWE with preparing her for her acting career, saying her wrestling experience made her feel comfortable on film sets despite the different pacing required for movie production. Morgan explained that while filming involves long waiting periods followed by emotionally intense scenes, her WWE background gave her the tools and confidence needed for acting environments. She has an upcoming role in the film "Bad Lieutenant: Tokyo" as she continues expanding her entertainment career beyond wrestling.
A TNA Wrestling star stated that WWE's Tatum Paxley would have been a "mid-card act" 10 years ago and "never a champion." The TNA star made these comments regarding the current WWE performer.
Mick Foley recently discussed his views on toughness during a conversation with Paul Rieckhoff, stating that "tough people don't brag about how tough they are" and emphasizing that real strength is rooted in humility and self-control rather than loud displays of confidence. The WWE Hall of Famer also expressed disappointment that people who pride themselves on strength often fail to speak up when it matters most, and noted that "everything that should be a red flag is not to a certain percentage of people."
WWE officially announced that Kill Tony: WrestleMania will be held on Saturday, April 18 at Dolby Live at Park MGM, immediately following the first night of WrestleMania 42. The event will feature WWE Superstars and Legends alongside comedians and celebrity guests, maintaining the show's format of aspiring comedians performing short sets followed by live critiques. Tickets go on sale Tuesday, March 24 at 1pm ET through Ticketmaster, with VIP packages available that include opportunities to meet WWE Superstars.
The Bella Twins called for increased women's representation at WrestleMania 42 during an episode of The Nikki & Brie Show, with Nikki suggesting there should be "three a night" women's matches and Brie pushing for "if not four." The conversation was sparked by WWE Women's Champion Tiffany Stratton's appearance on their show, where she expressed her belief that another women's WrestleMania main event will happen if the women's division continues working together.
Ricky Saints discussed three recent main roster call-ups from WWE NXT and stated he was certain of their success on the main roster. Saints expressed that he was not surprised by the success of these NXT alumni after their promotion.