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Former Wrestler Sid Vicious (Sycho Sid) arrested for Pot

Former WCW and WWF star Sid Vicious, also known as Sid Justice, Millennium Man and Sycho Sid, was arrested and charged for marijuana possession in Memphis, Tennessee on Saturday (January 22).


TMZ reports that Sid was initially pulled over by the cops for driving without a seatbelt then they noticed the bag of weed sitting on his armrest. Cops listed 18 grams as the weight of the marijuana confiscated.

Real name Sidney Raymond "Sid" Eudy is now being charged for marijuana possession, not wearing a seatbelt and driving without a license.

He was held and released from jail on $1,000 bail.



[Photo (Mug Shot) courtesy by TMZ]

WWE's Luna Vachon dies

Former WWE star Luna Vachon (real name: Gertrude Vachon) was found dead by her mother in her Florida home on Friday morning, August 27. Luna was 48 years old.

Authorities is still investigating the cause of death and initial reports shows that no foul play was involved in this incident.

Luna was partnered with Bam Bam Bigelow in one of her career highlights. She wrestled from 1993 to 2000 in the WWE.
WWE's statement: "World Wrestling Entertainment has been made aware of the passing of Gertrude (Luna) Vachon. WWE extends its deepest condolences to the Vachon family.

Ms. Vachon was under contract with WWE at various times from 1993 through 2000, and performed under the name “Luna” Vachon. She last performed for WWE in early 2000."


Chris Jericho will host a new Game show "Downfall"

WWE's bad guy Chris Jericho has secured a hosting gig with ABC's mew upcoming extreme game show "Downfall."
According to THR, "Jericho will ask players questions and tempt them with various options throughout the game. The contestants will try to answer questions while on the roof of a Los Angeles high-rise. Meanwhile, "the largest conveyor belt ever seen on TV" will send potential winnings (cash and prizes), the player's personal possessions and even friends and family over the side of the building."
The upcoming reality six-episode series will premieres June 22.

[Photo courtesy by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images]

Former wrestler Chris Kanyon found dead; He was 40.

Former WCW/WWE wrestler Chris Kanyon (real name: Chris Klucsaritis) was found dead at his apartment in Queens, NY (April 2). His death is believed to be a suicide by pills overdose.

The retired wrestler is reportedly suffering from a bipolar disorder and had threatened to kill himself several times in the past, including an admitted sleeping pill overdose in 2003.

A former tagteam champion, Chris left the wrestling arena in 2004 and openly admitted that he is gay.


Former WWE star Umaga dead at age 36

Former WWE star "The Samoan Bulldozer" Umaga (real name Eddie Fatu) has died after suffering a heart attack. His wife found Fatu unconscious with blood coming from his nose and was rushed and treated at a Houston medical center. He is 36 years-old.
WWE's statement: "WWE would like to express its deepest condolences to Mr. Fatu’s family, friends and fans on his tragic passing. Mr. Fatu was under contract with WWE at various time periods and most recently performed under the name "Umaga." Mr. Fatu's contract was terminated on June 11, 2009."
He was released from WWE in June after failing a drug test and refusing the WWE's offer to attend drug rehab (Wellness Program).

So very young...

WWE star Chris Jericho Racial & Gay Slur Scandal

WWE badguy Chris Jericho made discriminatory-offensive slurs towards Middle Easterner and gays during the Sacrament Horror Film Festival two weeks ago.

Chris referred to the moderator as “Hadji” (racial slur) several times and when he asked him what he is drinking, the WWE star says, “it’s apple juice … fag.”

After this controversy was featured in TMZ, Chris apologized about the incident but he feels great that finally he was featured on TMZ.

"After seeing the video I realize some inappropriate comments were made and I apologize if I offended anybody." Jericho continues, "Just know that everyone on stage was having a blast and we all shared a drink and a laugh after! The good news is I got my wish of being posted on TMZ."



WWE's Jeff Hardy arrested for drugs (pills and steroids)

Former WWE champion Jeff Hardy was arrested after the police found a large amount of pills and steroids at his home in Cameron, NC on Friday, September 11.

After executing a search warrant on his home, Moore County Sheriff found 262 Vicodin pills, 180 Soma pills, 555 milliliters of anabolic steroids and a residual amount of powder cocaine have the estimated value of $2,500.

Jeff was charged with “trafficking in controlled prescription pills” and possession of anabolic steroids and he posted bail which was set at $125,000.

Big reason why he do suicidal stunts in the ring.

[photo courtesy by TMZ]

Shaquille O’Neal and Jeremy Piven on WWE’s Monday Night Raw


After Seth Green and ZZ Top, World Wrestling Entertainment is continuing their special celebrity host on WWE’s Monday Night Raw. Next to invade the ring are Entourage actor Jeremy Piven and NBA All-Star Shaquille O’Neal.

Arranging matches and dictating stipulations, Shaq will host Raw live from the Verizon Center in the nation's capital on Monday, July 27th and Piven on August 3rd from Mohegan Sun in Connecticut.


WWE Batista will join Manny Pacquiao's entourage

Another popular celebrity will join Manny Pacquiao's entourage that will enter the ring before Pacquiao collide with Ricky Hatton in MGM Grand Garden Arene in Las Vegas.

Chino Trinidad reported yesterday that World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) star Batista who has a Filipino-Greek heritage will carry Manny Pacquiao’s championship belts when the pound-for-pound king makes his way to the ring.

Nickname "The Animal", he is proud with his Filipino heritage that's why he has a tattoo of the Philippine flag on his left bicep.

He said via British Sun, "I love Ricky but Manny is in a league of his own — he is off the charts. I am thrilled to be there to support him before the bout."

Batista will be joining the list of WWE stars like Undertaker and Christian Cage that accompanied Pacquiao in the way to the ring of his previous fights.

Nicole Scherzinger and Kid Rock to perform in WrestleMania 25

Initial names were revealed that will perform at the 25th anniversary of WWE WrestleMania next month.

Pussycat Dolls frontwoman Nicole Scherzinger will perform open the show with a rendition of “America the Beautiful”. Another singer will rock Wrestlemania is Kid Rock, taking the stage and will sing medley of hits that includes, “Cowboy,” “Bawitdaba,” “Rock N Roll Jesus,” and “So Hott.”

Another attraction on this 25th celebration is the attendance of Golden Globe winner Mickey Rourke, who plays a wrestler in his movie and his face to face scenario with Chris Jericho.

WrestleMania 25 takes place April 5 at Reliant Stadium in Houston, TX.

WWE star Andrew "Test" Martin is dead, He is 33.

Former World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) star Andrew "Test" Martin was found dead Friday night in his Harbour Island, FL apartment. He's 33 and couple of days shy from his 34th birthday on March 17.

Reportedly, Neighbors called police after seeing the 33-year-old motionless over a span of several hours.

The cause of death wasn't immediately known, but police said foul play isn't suspected. An autopsy will be performed.

In April 5th of 2008, Martin was arrested on a DUI charge in Tampa and has previous relationship with Stacy Keibler and Kelly Kelly.

According to Jim Ross blog that Andrew "Test" Martin is recovering from personal health issues prior to his death and he completed successfully the WWE funded program in the Hanley Center Rehabilitation facility.

Brutus the Barber Beefcake cannot use his name

Brutus the Barber Beefcake cannot use his name in any of his activities ordered by WWE.

World Wrestling Entertainment's legal team sent Edward Harrison "Ed" Leslie (Brutus the Barber Beefcake real name) a cease-and-desist letter requesting that he stop using his recognizable Brutus "The Barber" Beefcake ring name.

He cannot use his ring name on his current job as a coach/trainer on Hulk Hogan's Celebrity Championship Wrestling.

WWE claims they own the trademark to the name. "Ed" Leslie has stopped using his ring name when he worked for World Championship Wrestling (WCW).

Kurt Angle escape DUI

Former WWE wrestler Kurt Angle escape from submission after he was found not guilty today in his DUI case.

The Prosecutors failed to pinned him down after the officers that arrested him failed to proved that Angle is in the car.

A witness pinpoint Angle driving a white Cadillac Escalade and was driving erratically after pulling out of a local bar. He was arrested at his home in Moon Township, Penn. last October.

Barack Obama, Hillary Clinton, John McCain in WWE Brawl

They will all do everything to encourage voters to support them. Hillary Clinton, Barack Obama and John McCain each taped a short video that will be played during WWE Monday night raw and delivered some famous line with a politics flavor.

Hillary Clinton (calling herself "Hill-Rod"), Barack Obama ("Can you smell what Barack is cooking!") or John McCain (calling his backers "McCainiacs").

As many WWE fans will say to settle your differences in an American way, "In a Wrestling Match".

Snoop Dogg in WrestleMania XXIV

Good news Wrestling fanatics! Snoop will drop it like it's hot.

Snoop Dogg will invade and host the World Wrestling Entertainment's WrestleMania XXIV on March 30 at the Citrus Bowl in Orlando.

Snoop Dogg will serve as celebrity ring announcer for a "BunnyMania Lumberjack" match featuring Candice Michelle and Maria squaring off against the Glamazon Beth Phoenix and Maria.

Stephanie McMahon pregnant no.2

Wrestling news desk has confirmed the pregnancy of "Billion Dollar Princess" Stephanie McMahon-LeVesque with her second child. She expects the second triple H this July.

Sources also says The "Billion Dollar Princess" is said to have made the announcement at a recent meeting before a show, and is most excited to welcome a playmate for her 1st daughter, Aurora Rose LeVesque.