Bobby Eaton: Secret History of a Beautiful Wrestler
All Bobby Eaton wanted to do was be a wrestler. He did that, and then some. We remember one of the nicest guys in the…
Jim Cornette
When a Jump Went Horribly Wrong: The Sad Death of Owen Hart
Wrestlers share stories of Owen Hart’s tragic death, the dark reality of WWE’s fatal mishap, and Vince McMahon’s questionable decision.
11 Wrestling Managers Who Deserve Some Love
The following wrestling managers deserve a bit of our love by making professional wrestling exceptionally better by being a part of it!
The Tragic Life and Ending of Buddy Landel: One of Wrestling’s Greatest What Ifs
Explore how Buddy Landel’s promising wrestling career was derailed by regrettable decisions.
From WWE, to Almost Arrested, to Mayor: The Fascinating Story of Matt Morgan
At 7 feet tall and 300 pounds, Matt Morgan seemed destined for greatness in WWE. So what went wrong?
WWE’s “Big Boss Man”: Ray Traylor’s Secret Life & Tragic Final Days
Ray Traylor, also known as The Big Boss Man, was highly respected for his work ethic and reliability. However, tragedy struck unexpectedly.
‘Mantaur’ Mike Halac: A Sad Ending to a WWE Wrestler’s Life
Dreams die hard. Even at age 55, Mantaur Mike Halac was thinking about a comeback to wrestling before he abruptly passed away.
Mid-South Wrestling: The Rise and Fall of a Treasured Wrestling Territory
Mid-South Wrestling Association was one of the top wrestling promotions during the 1980s. Its ultimate fall leaves a mark in history.
The Twisted Legacy of WWE’s Montreal Screwjob
Behind closed doors, the Montreal Screwjob was much more than getting the title away from Bret Hart before his departure to WCW.
Wrestling in the Dark: 6 Moments Wrestlers Were Blinded
“The eyes are the windows to the soul!” Here we look at several examples of incidents where wrestlers were blinded in or out of the…
The Time Jim Cornette Threatened Brock Lesnar And Lived To Tell About It!
Things got heated when Brock Lesnar squeezed the wife of Jim Cornette inappropriately after she had asked him not to.
15 Steel Cage Structures that Shaped WWE (and Beyond!)
It’s the most epic match in pro wrestling! From triple cages to beyond, experience the fantastic history of 15 steel cage structures!
Jim Cornette and the Infamous Time He Threatened Brock Lesnar!
Things boiled to an extreme after Brock Lesnar squeezed the wife of Jim Cornette inappropriately after she had asked him not to.
Mantaur Mike Halac: Untold Tales of a Gentle Powerhouse
Dreams die hard. Even at age 55, Mantaur Mike Halac was contemplating returning to the ring before he abruptly, tragically passed away.
‘The Spoiler’ Don Jardine: Secret Life Behind the Mask
‘The Spoiler’ Don Jardine headlined worldwide. Later, he inspired a young Undertaker. Here are tales about his career and notorious temper!
Rise and Sad Demise of The Midnight Express
The faces in The Midnight Express changed over time, but the train kept rolling. This is the story of the tag team’s rise and tragic…
11 Wrestling Managers Who Deserve Some Love
The following wrestling managers deserve a bit of our love by making professional wrestling exceptionally better by being a part of it!
Matt Morgan: From Rising Star to WWE Departure
At 7’0″ and 300lbs, Matt Morgan should have ascended to the very top of the WWE. Which begs the question: what went wrong?
6 Times Professional Wrestlers Were Blinded
“The eyes are the windows to the soul!” What follows are several examples of incidents where wrestlers were blinded in or out of the ring!
Mid-South Wrestling Association | The Wrestling Territories
Mid-South Wrestling Association was one of the hottest wrestling promotions of the 1980s. Its ultimate demise leaves its mark in history.
Bobby Eaton: Secret History of a Beautiful Wrestler
All Bobby Eaton wanted to do was be a wrestler. He did that, and then some. We remember one of the nicest guys in the…
Bruiser Bedlam: Wrestler Ion Croitoru’s Secret Life of Crime
Peers described Ion Croitoru (Johnny K-9, Bruiser Bedlam) as the happiest guy in the locker room. His life would lead to a tragic conclusion.
Bobby Heenan and Nick Bockwinkel Incident in Chicago
In 1975, a terrifying situation occurred in Chicago, and Bobby Heenan, Nick Bockwinkel, and Verne Gagne were lucky to leave with their lives.
New Jack: Secret History on Wrestling’s Most Violent Man
New Jack made a name for himself as one of the business’s most dangerous and unpredictable wrestlers. This is his shocking story!
Tracy Smothers – The Wild-Eyed Southern Boy Who Wrestled Bears!
Tracy Smothers prayed before facing a 550-pound bear a second night in a row. The Humane Society and The World Wildlife Fund looked on.
Steel Cage: 11 Memorable Structures and Its History in Wrestling
It’s the most enduring gimmick match in wrestling! Here’s a detailed history of 11 steel cage structures used over the years.
‘Big Boss Man’ Ray Traylor: Secret Life and Tragic Final Days
The Big Boss Man Ray Traylor had a career defined by showing up and putting in the work. But tragedy would find him when he…
Chris Hyatte – RIP to the Most Entertaining Man in the Room
Chris Hyatte died. This time it was for real. Maybe. He’d died maybe a hundred Internet deaths. Hyatte was a lightning rod for readers and…
Jim Cornette – The Time He Threatened Brock Lesnar
Things boiled to an extreme after Brock Lesnar squeezed the wife of Jim Cornette inappropriately after she had asked him not to.
Owen Hart’s Death: What Really Happened, From Those There
Wrestlers reflect on Owen Hart’s tragic death, the dark truths of WWE’s fatal mishap, and Vince McMahon’s controversial decision.
Curtain Call: Jim Cornette on The Kliq’s Disrespect for Vince McMahon
This curtain call forever changed the face of wrestling. “It was the day four friends irreversibly disrespected Vince McMahon!”
Shawn Michaels and Vader | How HBK Sabotaged Vader’s WWF Career
After the feud of Shawn Michaels and Vader which culminated at SummerSlam 1996, Vader’s career in the WWF was never the same.
MLW: Cornette and Schiavone Contract Updates, Animosity with AEW?
Court Bauer of MLW gives an update on the contract situation with Jim Cornette and Tony Schiavone as well as discusses MLW’s relationship with AEW.
Jimmy Snuka and the Death of Nancy Argentino
Jimmy Snuka and the death of Nancy Argentino is a sobering story filled with possible cover-ups and the needless death of a young woman.
Why I Became a Wrestler: Roddy Piper, Jake Roberts, and More
Roddy Piper, Blackjack Mulligan, and Jake Roberts share what inspired them to become professional wrestlers.
Real Pro Wrestling Stories with Jim Cornette and Brandon Easton
“Before the interview, disaster struck!” Behind the curtain with Real Pro Wrestling Stories writers Jim Cornette and Brandon Easton.
Jim Cornette and The Midnight Express Attack Baby Doll
Jim Cornette and The Midnight Express attacking Baby Doll was one of the most vile moments in professional wrestling history.
Brickhouse Brown – Passes Away After Initially Kicking Out From Death
We are sad to report that Brickhouse Brown has, in fact, passed away on July 29, 2018 after initially kicking out from death nine days…
Buddy Landel: The Wrestler With Most Wasted Potential?
A reader asked: Which wrestler had the most wasted potential? Learn why our pick is Buddy Landel and how poor decisions derailed his career.
Larry Sweeney: A Tragedy of a Man Who Had It All
Larry Sweeney was a classic heel wrestling manager in a world that no longer wanted him. It hurts like hell to think what could have…
The Twisted Legacy of WWE’s Montreal Screwjob
Behind closed doors, the Montreal Screwjob was much more than getting the title away from Bret Hart before his departure to WCW.
Bam Bam Bigelow – “Was He a Main Eventer?” | Ask PWS
Did attitude and politics get in the way of Bam Bam Bigelow becoming a main eventer? We answer this and more in this edition of…
The View From the Ring: Tales from a Wrestling Referee
After 10 years away, our writer and wrestling referee, Bobby Mathews chronicles what it was like to make a return to the indy scene.