Raw Response: August 8th, 2011
Get your Monday night Divas fix by tuning in to Raw tonight at 9pm ET on the USA Network. Be sure to tune in to Diva Dirt LIVE tonight at 11:15pm ET! Discuss the show in the comments!
Michelle McCool Talks Life After WWE, What She Misses About Being a Diva
WWE.com caught up with former Women’s and Divas Champion, Michelle McCool, for a new back to school feature. Michelle, of course, was a teacher prior to joining WWE in 2004. Michelle comments on her retirement and what she’s been up to since leaving WWE earlier this year, as well as what she misses about WWE. … Read more
Ariane Andrew and Sonia Removed from FCW Roster
Former Tough Enough contestant, Ariane Andrew, and Sonia have been removed from FCW’s online roster page, indicating that they have been let go from the company. Ariane was only just added to the roster page last week. Several male Superstars have also been removed from the roster. It seems like WWE’s cuts last Friday also … Read more
The Latest on Gail Kim’s WWE Status
While Gail Kim announced she quit WWE last week, the former Women’s Champion has not yet been granted a release from her contract. Gail essentially walked out on the company, as noted on her Twitter, due to frustration as to how she’s been used. According to Mike Johnson at PWInsider, WWE has not made an … Read more
Where Beth and Natalya’s Heel Turns Seem to be Going…
In perhaps a preview of what will happen on TV this week, Beth Phoenix and Natalya, who both turned heel last week with Natalya pledging allegiance to Beth, worked together last night at a joint Raw and SmackDown live event. Results from that house show below: [notice]*The Diva guest host is announced and it is … Read more
News in Brief: Yim Scores Victory Over Toyota, Cena Supports the Divas, Melina at Raw Shows
You bring the coffee, we’ll bring the news! This is Diva Dirt’s news in brief, giving you the 411 on some of the little news items from the past couple of days. Let’s delve in, shall we? * Update from yesterday’s post: Mia Yim and her partner, La Comandante, defeated the team of Senri Kuroki … Read more
ArenaChicks to Hold All Female Live Event This Thursday Night
Independent wrestler, Amber O’Neal, brings her first all female ArenaChicks show to be sponsored by the Insane Clown Posse as a part of their annual “Gathering of the Juggalos” event to be held at the Hatchet Landings in Cave-in-Rock, Illinois. Check out the press release below: [notice]*ARENACHICKS* IS PROUD TO ANNOUNCE THE OFFICIAL LINE UP … Read more
TNA Hardcore Justice Results: Winter Wins Knockouts Championship
TNA has crowned its first ever British Knockouts Champion in Winter. The former Katie Lea defeated Mickie James to become the Knockouts Champion after a match filled with shenanigans from Winter and her cohort, Angelina Love. Several times, Angelina attempted to interfere in the match and cost Mickie the win. Against all odds, Mickie perservered … Read more
TNA Hardcore Justice Results: Tara & Tessmacher Still on Top
Knockouts Tag Team Champions, Tara and Miss Tessmacher, are still the Knockouts to beat after defeating Rosita and Sarita to retain their Tag Team Championships tonight at Hardcore Justice. Following a fun tag team match that saw all four Knockouts shine, Tara picked up the win for her team with a Widow’s Peak on Rosita. … Read more
TNA Hardcore Justice Dicussion
Tonight at Hardcore Justice, not one but two Knockouts matches as Mickie James defends the Knockouts Title against Winter, and Tara and Ms Tessmacher defend the Knockouts Tag Team Championships against Sarita and Rosita. Tune in at 8pm ET live on pay per view. Discuss the show in the comments!
PPV Predictions: TNA Hardcore Justice 2011
The Diva Dirt team weigh in on tonight’s Hardcore Justice pay per view matches between Mickie James and Winter, as well as Sarita and Rosita vs Tara and Ms Tessmacher. Mickie James vs Winter (Knockouts Championship) April: For the Knockouts Championship match, I am going to have to go with my gut and say that … Read more
WSU Touts Record-Setting 73 Minute Match Last Night
WSU has touted its 73 minute match last night for the WSU World Championship between Mercedes Martinez and Lexxus as setting a world record. Read the press release below: [notice]WSU Presents Historic Record Breaking Match; Martinez & Lexus Put On The Longest Match in Womens Wrestling On 8/6, WSU presented a double dvd taping, filming … Read more
Jim Ross Comments on Possibility of a Divas TV Show
WWE Hall of Famer, Jim Ross, commented on the possibility of a WWE Divas television show on his official website. JR, who returned to Raw recently, wrote: Possibility of a Diva’s TV show….wow…stranger things have occurred but it seems as if the Diva division is somewhat of an after thought, unfortunately, these days but I’d … Read more
Former WWE Star Debra: “Today’s Divas Seem So Alike”
Former WWE Women’s Champion, Debra, has revealed that she thinks today’s Divas “all seem so alike.” Diva Dirt reader, Alexis Wilson, met Debra at the NWA Legends Fanfest in Atlanta yesterday where she asked the former Mrs Stone Cold a few questions. On the current crop of Divas, Debra told the fan: “I think the … Read more
Rewind: Mickie James vs Katie Lea (Winter) at Night of Champions 2008
It was the summer of 2008. Mickie James was WWE Women’s Champion and Katie Lea — now Winter — was the feisty newcomer to the Divas division. Three years on, they’re both in TNA and set to do battle tonight at the Hardcore Justice pay per view, but here is their first PPV encounter from … Read more
News in Brief: Haze Taking ‘Indefinite Hiatus’?, Kelly Beats Beth, Social Chopped Raw, New OVW Women’s Champion
You bring the coffee, we’ll bring the news! This is Diva Dirt’s news in brief, giving you the 411 on some of the little news items from the past couple of days. Let’s delve in, shall we? * Hardcore Country is coming to Hardcore Justice! Tonight, Mickie James defends the Knockouts Championship against Winter on … Read more
In Video: Winter on Her WILD Championship Win
New WILD Champion and TNA Knockout, Winter, is interviewed just moments after her title victory this past Thursday. Watch below:
In Video: Mickie James Comments on Possibility of Gail Kim Returning to TNA
Knockouts Champion, Mickie James, was interviewed in Orlando today by Brian Fritz ahead of tomorrow night’s Hardcore Justice pay per view. Perhaps most interestingly, James is asked about the possibility of her former Diva colleagues — Gail Kim (the first ever Knockouts Champion) and Melina — coming to TNA, or rather returning in Gail’s case. … Read more
Impact Write-Up (August 04th, 2011): The Champ Takes a Hardcore Hit
Hello again, my lovies. It has been a long week without you around and I shall tell you, I am happy this day is finally here. Last week, we got a show chock full of Knockouts action but this week, we’re coming up a little bit short. On this episode, we’ve only got one short … Read more
WSU 8/6 Double DVD Taping Results – Live Coverage
Diva Dirt’s Steven is live in Union, City NJ with live coverage of today’s WSU double taping. Taping One * Allysin Kay d. Tina San Antonio, Niya and Marti Belle via stranglehold backdrop. Post-match Marti and Tina argue outside the ring. * Jessicka Havok comes out to congratulate Allysin and calls out Alicia. Alicia storms … Read more
Gail Kim Comments Further on Quitting WWE, Says Divas Are Given “Blink and You Miss” TV Time
Former WWE Women’s Champion, Gail Kim, has posted more about her decision to quit WWE on her Twitter page. Gail says that she didn’t request her release from her contract, rather that she quit, telling TNA Knockout, Tara: I didn’t ask 4 a release. I QUIT. Lol meaning I don’t want their money I’d rather … Read more
SmackDown Redux: The Days of Cute, Perky Little Princesses Are Over!
This week on SmackDown, teacher took on student as Natalya and AJ faced off in a singles match. Will AJ surpass her mentor or does Natalya have a few more lessons to teach? Check out the match below: Out first is AJ, who is perky as always. Natalya is out next to a pretty decent … Read more
WSU Double DVD Taping Today: Mercedes vs Lexxus, Alicia vs Havok & More
WSU will be holding a double DVD taping today in Union City, NJ. Full details below: [notice]Women Superstars Uncensored (WSU) Returns With a Special Double DVD Taping on August 6th DIRECT LINK TO ORDER TICKETS: http://declarationofindependents.net/doi/pages/wsu8611tix.html POSTER ART: http://www.declarationofindependents.net/doi/pages/wsuposteraugust62011poster.jpg Tickets are $5 cheaper when you pre-order. Fans can pre-order tickets up to the day of … Read more
In Audio: Melina Posts Podcast About WWE Release
Now former WWE Diva, Melina, posted a tearful, emotional podcast about her release from WWE via her official website RealMelina.com. Listen below: You can listen to our podcast about Melina’s release here. RELATED: – Melina Released – Gail Kim and Melina Comment on Their WWE Departures – Divas React to Gail & Melina’s WWE Departures
Divas React to Gail & Melina’s WWE Departures
Now departed Divas, Gail Kim and Melina, received an influx of support on their respective departures from WWE from their fellow WWE Divas via Twitter. Former NXT rookie and FCW Diva, Maxine, wrote to Melina: I know you will be great at whatever you do. I hope one day I will be able to spend … Read more
Aksana Debuts on SmackDown
Former NXT rookie, Aksana, joined the big leagues tonight by making her debut on SmackDown. Now sporting dark hair with bangs, Aksana entered GM Teddy Long’s office, seducing him into giving her his phone number. Aksana makes the third NXT season three rookie to have graduated to the main roster following Kaitlyn and AJ. Maxine … Read more