WWE Facts: Star Power and Behind-the-Scenes Moments
1. Hard-Hitting Facts About WWE Superstars:
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Kane, aka Glenn Jacobs, serves his second term as mayor of Knoxville County. The 7-foot big red machine was first elected in 2018 before being re-elected for a second term in 2022.
2. Upsetting Incidents and Unforgettable MOMENTS:
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The Undertaker caught fire during a 2010 WWE elimination chamber pay-per-view match. His jacket accidentally caught fire, subjecting the renowned wrestler to an incident that would later be attributed to a pyrotechnician.
3. Fan Support and Asthma Concerns:
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In an interview, Dave Bautista revealed that he hid inhalers under WWE rings to manage asthma. Since the revelation, fans worldwide have applauded his bravery in participating in a physically demanding sport with asthma.
4. The Global Appeal of WWE:
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WWE has a massive fanbase in China, leading the organization to require superstars to learn basic Mandarin for marketing purposes whenever they visit the country.
5. Following in Family Tradition:
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Simone Johnson, the daughter of Aka The Rock, is also known as Ava Raine and competes in WWE matches.
6. Rebranding and Evolution:
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The World Wrestling Entertainment changed its name from WWF to WWE, which stands for World Wrestling Entertainment.
7. Addressing Concussions:
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Several WWE stars have pledged their brains to research concussions after they pass away, aiming to improve how others manage and deal with such injuries.
8. Miscellaneous Fun Facts:
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Mick Foley, popularly known as Mankind, narrates how he lost his ear during a WWE match in his biography, Have a Nice Day.
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Piledriver is a wrestling move in which a wrestler grabs an opponent, turns them upside-down, and then drops to a kneeling or sitting position. It was utilized because it’s risky and often resulted in injuries.
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WWE banned blading in 2008 to make the show PG-compliant.
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The Undertaker dislikes cucumbers, which he used to throw up in a waffle house after seeing one floating on his iced tea.
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The WWE has a Legacy Department Library that contains footage dating back to the 1950s.
9. The Origins of WWE:
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Jess McMahon informally started the WWE in the early 1920s, organizing wrestling tournaments within New York City before finding Capitol Wrestling Corporation.
10. The WWE’s Year-Round Schedule:
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Unlike most sports that take breaks for players to rest, the WWE does not have an off-season; events are planned for the entire year.
11. Costume Approval and Controversies:
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No matter how creative some WWE superstars are, they must obtain approval from the management for their costumes. In most cases, their ideas are rejected.
