Welcome to Pro Wrestling Stories! Your number one source of wrestling history and nostalgia. Discover wrestling’s rich past from the sport’s finest writers with amazing tales chronicling its darkest and greatest moments.
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Earliest Wrestling Footage: 1908 Hack vs. Rogers Review
Earliest 1908 wrestling footage reveals George Hackenschmidt and Joe Rogers. We review a pivotal moment that shaped the sport forever.
The Story of Catch: Uncovering Wrestling’s Hidden History
Our honest review of Ruslan C. Pashayev’s book, The Story of Catch: A Deep Dive into Lancashire’s Wrestling History and Myths Debunked.
Miss Elizabeth and Lex Luger – A Bond That Led to Tragedy
In May 2003, Miss Elizabeth died in the home of Lex Luger. Here, he opens up about the events surrounding the death of his former…
5 Lesser-Known ECW Injuries That Nearly Killed Wrestlers
Discover 5 horrific ECW injuries that changed careers: broken necks, severed ears, and the fire that nearly killed Terry Funk.
Mildred Burke: The 5’2″ Giant Who Conquered Wrestling
The 5’2" queen who made men tap. Mildred Burke’s reign hid bone-snapping holds, backroom scandals, and wrestling’s forbidden truth.
Chris Benoit’s Hidden Life: A Downfall Some Saw Coming
WCW announcer David Penzer reveals chilling details about the tragic events surrounding Chris Benoit and the signs some saw coming.
16 WWE Records Most Fans Don’t Know About!
With no offseason in wrestling, WWE Records are getting broken every year — records most fans aren’t even aware of. We’re here to change that!
Metal Maniac: The Wrestling Story They Tried to Silence
From rock star dreams to wrestling nightmare: How one phone call saved Metal Maniac from two of wrestling’s most notorious bullies.
Vince McMahon and His Chaotic Injury at 2005’s Royal Rumble
Chaotic endings make great television. The unplanned Vince McMahon injury suffered at the 2005 Royal Rumble is a perfect example of this!
Christian and the Bizarre Deal Between WWE and TNA in 2012
How WWE and TNA’s rare 2012 talent exchange featuring Christian and Ric Flair laid the groundwork for today’s historic collaboration.
READER FAVORITES
Dark Tales
When Hacksaw Jim Duggan Broke the Hearts of Millions
There was a time when Hacksaw Jim Duggan broke the heart of his fans. This is the tale of that strange and almost forgotten saga!
INTERVIEWS
BrainChild: Secret Life of Bobby Heenan’s Daughter
Jessica Solt, daughter of wrestling icon Bobby “The Brain” Heenan, shares intimate details of her father’s life and career. From his early days in the…
LISTS
5 Wrestling Families and Their Brave Tales of Tragedy
From the Anoa’is, Harts, Von Erichs, and beyond, here are wrestling families who have had their share of tragedy over the years.
WRESTLING TERRITORIES
ICW Wrestling Territory: The Poffo Family’s Outlaw Promotion
Angelo Poffo, Randy Savage, and Lanny Poffo’s ICW wrestling territory defied conventions, forged legends, and reshaped wrestling history.
