Randy Savage and Bill Dundee’s Real-Life Parking Lot Brawl
Inside the brutal Macho Man Randy Savage and Bill Dundee parking lot brawl that left one man with a broken face.
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Macho Man Randy Savage Waffle House Brawl In Nashville
Randy Savage just wanted Waffle House. A cowboy, Nashville police, and a K9 turned it into a real fight he could not walk away from.
Dennis Rodman: Wrestling’s Most Natural Outsider
Learn the surprising way Dennis Rodman ‘wormed’ his way from the basketball court to the wrestling ring in WCW in the ’90s and in AEW…
Inside Kayfabe News: The Onion of Pro Wrestling
Kayfabe News creator Colin Hunter reveals how a site built for two readers became wrestling’s most-read satire destination — and a new book.
Action Mike Jackson: Ageless Wonder Still Wrestling in His 70s
Still wrestling in his 70s, Action Mike Jackson revisits the territory era, fan violence, and his TNA return in a rare, unfiltered interview.
Bobby Fulton: The Fantastics, Road Stories, One Phone Call
Bobby Fulton reveals The Fantastics’ untold origin: flaming ribs, scaffold wars, and promoter glances that changed wrestling forever.
15 Legendary Wrestling Table Spots Fans Still Talk About
Wrestling table spots, from the territories to modern arenas. Discover 15 of the most destructive and memorable table spots in history!
25 Pro Wrestling Feuds Cut Short By Real Drama
These 25 pro wrestling storylines were cut short by injuries, politics, and creative changes that left fans wanting more of a payoff.
1983 St Louis Wrestling War McMahon Won Doing Nothing
In 1983, two wrestling promotions destroyed each other in St. Louis while Vince McMahon watched, waited, and won everything.
George Weingeroff: A Legally Blind Wrestler’s Secret Tale
George Weingeroff wrestled professionally for 18 years while legally blind – a secret so well-kept that opponents refused to believe it!
Billy Jack Haynes: From WWE Hero to Accused Killer
Once an ’80s WWE star, Billy Jack Haynes hid a world of trauma, conspiracy, and murder claims. Discover the shocking truth behind the legend.
WWE Intercontinental Championship: 13 Longest Reigns
Discover the 13 longest WWE Intercontinental Championship reigns and the legends who made history with each title run.
50+ Unforgettable Fan Encounters with Wrestling Legends
50+ unforgettable fan encounters with wrestling legends. Heartwarming, hilarious, and wild tales revealing a rare glimpse behind the curtain!
Lanny Poffo’s Dark Side of the Ring Confession
Lanny Poffo reflects on Dark Side of the Ring’s take on Randy and Liz—and reveals what the cameras didn’t show in their first episode.
15 Unsung Feuds of WWF’s New Generation Era
15 top rivalries of WWF’s New Generation era that captivated fans but never got the spotlight they deserved. Wrestling nostalgia at its best!
JP Zarka on the Inside Story of Pro Wrestling Stories
JP Zarka, Founder of Pro Wrestling Stories, shares his unexpected journey from the classroom to building a major wrestling history website.
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…
President Donald Trump & The McMahons’ Secret WWE Empire
US President Donald Trump’s complex WWE journey with thee McMahons—from WrestleMania to his Hall of Fame induction, and beyond.
10 Best Celebrity Matches (Plus 6 We’d Rather Forget!)
From Elvis nearly facing Jerry Lawler to 10 of the best and 6 we’d rather forget, discover wrestling’s most unforgettable celebrity matches!
Stone Cold Steve Austin’s First WWF Title Reign: The Untold Story
Uncover the untold stories of Stone Cold Steve Austin’s iconic first WWF Championship reign—there’s more to the story than fans may realize!
20 Italian Pro Wrestlers Who Left a Lasting Legacy
From Bruno Sammartino, Gorilla Monsoon, and yes, even Hulk Hogan, uncover the secret journeys of 20 Italian professional wrestling icons!
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.
Hulk Hogan and Randy Savage’s On-Off Friendship Revealed
The on-off friendship of Hulk Hogan & Randy Savage blurred the lines between fiction and reality. Discover the truth behind the Mega Powers.
5 Iconic Fall Wrestling PPV (PLE)s You Can’t Miss!
As the leaves change, autumn and fall remind us of legendary wrestling moments. These 5 PPVs (now PLEs) defined rivalries and made history!
15 Wrestlers Who Dressed as Sting: Who Nailed It, Who Failed?
Discover the 15 wrestlers who donned the face paint and gear of Sting, from tributes to storylines, celebrating the legacy of The Icon.
Rip Rogers: Secret Life of Wrestler, Trainer of WWE’s Biggest Stars
Wrestler Rip Rogers built a career worldwide and trained WWE’s biggest stars. Now, he faces one of his toughest challenges yet.
Fan vs. Shooter: The Ill-Fated $1000 Sugar Hold Challenge
A fan took on a legendary shooter in a brutal $1,000 Sugar Hold Challenge—what happened next became the stuff of pro wrestling lore!
Today in Pro Wrestling History (September 4): The First Monday Nitro
The historic debut of WCW Monday Nitro on September 4, 1994, where the iconic wrestling show launched with a surprise return by Lex Luger.
Randy Savage vs. Road Warrior Hawk: Their Real-Life Fights
Randy Savage and Road Warrior Hawk’s real-life feud led to two violent fights, a legal battle, and lasting hate between the wrestling icons.
10 Pro Wrestling Matches That Turned Into Real Fights!
When pro wrestling matches turn real, the results can be shocking. Discover 10 moments when scripted fights became genuine brawls!
Today in Pro Wrestling History (July 7): The New World Order is Formed
On July 7th, 1996, Hulk Hogan shocked the world by turning heel and joining the Outsiders to form the New World Order (nWo) at WCW…
Today in Pro Wrestling History: (June 17): The Macho Man Debuts in the WWF
On June 17th, 1985, “Macho Man” Randy Savage made his WWF debut, marking the start of a legendary wrestling career.
Today in Pro Wrestling History: (May 20): The Death of The Macho Man
On this day in wrestling history, we remember “Macho Man” Randy Savage, the iconic wrestler who tragically passed away.
Macho Man: Untamed Life of Randy Savage – An Honest Review
An honest review of “Macho Man: Untamed Life of Randy Savage,” a book that peels back the layers of a complicated, contemplative icon.
How Randy Savage’s Dad, Angelo Poffo, Shattered World Record!
This world record made by Angelo Poffo, the father of Randy Savage, went beyond digits—it highlighted the determination of the Poffo family!
Chad Damiani: From Wrestling Hotlines to Hollywood
Explore the journey of Chad Damiani, from his unexpected entry into the wrestling world with WCW during the Monday Night Wars, to becoming a key…
Ron Garvin and Bob Roop: How Stealing a Title Led to Rebellion
When CM Punk did it in WWE, it was an angle. but when Ron Garvin walked out with the wrestling title in Knoxville, it was…
21 Best Old-School WWE Wrestlers of All Time, Ranked
The ultimate pre-1990 WWE wrestling legends list! See if your favorite old-school wrestlers from Capitol Sports, WWWF, and WWF made the cut!
Body Slams in Color: How Joe Jusko Painted WWE’s Golden Age
Explore the secret journey of artist Joe Jusko, from creating The Undertaker’s iconic design to his instantly recognizable artwork in WWE.
Magnum T.A. Tragedy: Secret Tale of Wrestling’s Greatest ‘What If’
Dive into the gripping, secret story of Magnum T.A. (Terry Allen), a professional wrestler whose promising career was cut short by tragedy.
Is Wrestling Fixed? Bill Apter’s Surprising Wrestling Journey
Journalist & photographer Bill Apter is famed for his “Apter Mags” & popularizing wrestling over the years. But how does his book stack up?
Adrian Street: From Glitz to Grappling, His Legendary Tale
Adrian Street played by his own rules. He’d inflict pain (while keeping mascara intact)! But how hard was life for the sequined grappler?
George The Animal Steele: A Teacher’s Secret Life as a Wrestler
Former WWE star George The Animal Steele led a double life! Before his death, he opened up about his secret life and fetish for turnbuckles!
“Oooh Yeah!” The Untold Story of Pampero Firpo
Delve into the life and exploits of the Wild Bull of the Pampas, Pampero Firpo, whose tale goes much beyond inspiring a future WWE Champion!
Secret History of Entrance Theme Music in Wrestling
From its first use in the early 1900s to its evolution to today, dive into the rich history and secrets behind wrestling entrance theme music!
Lanny Poffo on His Close-Call with Humiliation in Ring of Honor
After a stint with Ring of Honor in 2019, Lanny Poffo opened up about how one roster member saved him from a chaotic, embarrassing situation!
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Lanny Poffo: Remembering a Genius Friend
With a heavy heart, we say goodbye to our beloved friend, Lanny Poffo, known to wrestling fans as “The Genius” and “Leaping Lanny.”
Chilling Stories on the Animals in Professional Wrestling
Here is a shocking look into the real-life, tragic stories of many of our favorite animals in professional wrestling.
AI-Generated Photos of Wrestlers: So Accurate It’s Scary!
We had much fun creating these AI-generated photos of wrestlers. Even when the descriptions were outrageous, we couldn’t believe the results!
The Forbidden Door in ’94: Dream Matches We Wish Happened
When you open the forbidden door, anything can happen! Here are eight dream matches had they opened the forbidden door in ’94!
11 WrestleMania Matches That Surprisingly Didn’t Main Event
The fact that these significant WrestleMania matches surprisingly did not occur in the main event will forever surprise fans.
Vince McMahon’s WWF and Jerry Lawler’s USWA: A Secret War!
The war between Vince McMahon and Jerry “The King” Lawler and the time Vince and several WWF stars invaded the USWA in Memphis.
World Bodybuilding Federation Fiasco – Where Did It Go Wrong?
The World Bodybuilding Federation was an epic financial disaster for Vince McMahon and Titan Sports. Here’s how it all went wrong.
A&E Biography of Randy Savage – Lanny Poffo Responds
Lanny Poffo: “Having now viewed the A&E Biography on my brother Macho Man Randy Savage, I have some thoughts I’d like to share.”
5 Wrestling Feuds Where There Was Real-Life Heat
Some of the most legendary feuds in wrestling involved wrestlers who had real-life animosity outside of the ring. Here are 5 such examples.
DDP – How Diamond Dallas Page Went Against All Odds
Little was expected of DDP when he started wrestling at 35, yet he’d soon become a superstar. However, one dream feud would forever elude him.
Oscar and the Surprising Story of Men on a Mission
Oscar opens up about his time with Men on a Mission, backstage problems with The Kliq, wrestling today, and his sudden departure from WWE.
Randy Savage and Jake Roberts Infamous Snake Bite Incident
What took place before the cameras started rolling makes the Randy Savage and Jake Roberts snake bite incident all the more entertaining!
WWF Wrestling Superstars – The Tale of WWE’s First Wrestling Figures
1984’s WWF Wrestling Superstars by LJN was WWE’s first wrestling figures. Here’s the fascinating backstory behind their creation.
Lanny Poffo: Remembering My Brother, Randy Savage
The world knew him as “Macho Man” Randy Savage, but to me, he was my brother. I wrote this tribute on what would have been…
Undertaker: 18 Stories Showing the Kind of Man He Is
The Undertaker was the longest-tenured WWE wrestler of all time. But what do his peers have to say about him?
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Ted DiBiase – The Art of Being a Million Dollar Heel
Ted DiBiase talks about the money, what it takes to be a good heel and why he never won a world championship while in the…
Andre the Giant – 16 Unforgettable Tales Told By His Friends
Here are sixteen of the most memorable stories on the “Eighth Wonder of the World,” Andre the Giant, from the people who knew him best.
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.
This Wrestling Life | Wrestling’s Golden Age Reflected Through Poetry
The most nostalgic era of wrestling reflected in short, playful rhymes, that marvel at the grand theatre of wrestling from that golden age.
Sting – Becoming The Crow, Rescuing WCW From the nWo
Throughout this comprehensive timeline, we document how Sting became The Crow and how he rescued WCW from the clutches of the nWo.
Shocking Photos of Long-Haired Wrestlers with Short Hair!
There are many wrestlers who have had long locks their entire career. Here’s a look into the past where you can see them with short…
Mean Gene Okerlund: Secret History on the Man Behind the Mic
From being a singer in a hit band to becoming the voice of a generation of wrestling fans, Mean Gene Okerlund lived quite a surprising…
Reality TV, Wrestling, and How They’re Closer Than You Think
There is much more in common between reality TV and wrestling than people realize. Kayfabe is dead, but reality TV was born at its funeral.
1989 Royal Rumble: What If Big John Studd Didn’t Win?
Big John Studd won the 1989 Royal Rumble. Through speculative fiction, we propose an entertaining alternate timeline in WWE history!
Randy Savage and his Unorthodox Approach to Calling a Match
Randy Savage worked differently than many during his time in wrestling. This was often met with criticism from his peers.
Was Randy Savage Looking to Return to WWE in 2010?
2010 marked the first (and ultimately last) time Randy Savage did promo work with the WWE. Was this in preparation for a return?
Heartwarming Story Behind Randy Savage and DDP Feud
The DDP and Randy Savage match-up was memorable on-screen, but the real story behind their feud will warm your heart and make your day.
Jerry Lawler on How He Joined WWE, Vince McMahon, and More
On December 3rd, 1994, an hour before WWF Superstars tapings began, the career of the king of Memphis Jerry Lawler changed forever!
Blackjack Mulligan: The Night a Fan Stabbed Him
Blackjack Mulligan was a West Texas roughneck known to take no nonsense from anybody. But on this night, he could not protect himself.
Randy Savage: The Forgotten Baseball Career of Randy Poffo
Before Randy Poffo changed the wrestling world as “Macho Man” Randy Savage, he was a talented baseball player with big-league aspirations.
The Genius Cast: Lanny Poffo, Brother of Macho Man Randy Savage, Launching Podcast
Brother of WWE Hall of Famer “Macho Man” Randy Savage, Lanny Poffo, announces The Genius Cast — launching this Monday, September 3rd, 2018!
Wrestler Brian Adams | Shaka Brah – The Story of Crush
Wrestler Brian Adams had a knack for landing himself in the middle of really odd and bizarre series of events. Here is his story.
‘Miss Elizabeth’ Remembered
Years later, the professional wrestling world still mourns the loss of Elizabeth Hulette, known to a generation of wrestling fans as ‘Miss Elizabeth’
Randy Savage and Miss Elizabeth: Their Tragic True Story
Not every fairy tale is as it seems. This is the true story of the first couple of wrestling, ‘Macho Man’ Randy Savage and Miss…