Archive for August, 2008

Trish Stratus

Former WWE Diva Trish Stratus has a new original series “Stratusphere” in which she will traveling around the world in search of daring physical challenges in exotic locations. “Stratusphere” premieres Monday, Sept. 1 at 9 p.m. ET/10 p.m. PT.

Walter “Killer” Kowalski passes away

Walter \"Killer\" Kowalski in action

Walter “Killer” Kowalski passed away on 30 August. He was 81 years old. Kowalski began his career in sports-entertainment in 1947, and wrestled extensively throughout the world for 30 years.

Services will be held this Wednesday, September 3 at:
Weir Funeral Home,
144 Salem Street,
Malden, MA 02148

Afternoon Services: 2-4 p.m.
Evening Services: 6-8 p.m.

The Funeral will be on Thursday morning at 9:00 a.m.

In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that wrestling fans send donations to:

Walter “Killer” Kowalski Memorial Fund,
c/o Citizens Bank
876 Main Street
Malden, MA 02148

Steve “Dr. Death” Williams to Retire

Steve \"Dr. Death\" Williams

WWE superstar Steve “Dr. Death” Williams has been released from the hospital following surgery to treat a hernia. At this point, Williams is now considering retiring as an active wrestler, as he is 48 years old and feels he is too injury prone. WWE stopped using Williams as a developmental trainer a little over a year ago and he has been working a few independent dates ever since.

WWE Smackdown results of August 29, 2008

Triple-H at Smackwon

R-Truth defeated Kenny Dykstra
Maryse & Natalya defeated Michelle McCool & Maria.
Jeff Hardy defeated MVP.
Jesse & Festus vs Curt Hawkins & Zack Ryder (No Contest)
Brie Bella defeated Victoria.
Triple H defeated Shelton Benjamin (Non-Title).

Kevin Lawler released from jail

Kevin Lawyer

Jerry Lawayer’s son Kevin Lawyer has been released from Jail after being charged with trespassing and aggravated burglary earlier this week. A woman claimed that Lawler was given a key to her apartment in order to clean her carpets, however made a copy of that key to later break into the apartment. She is charging him with burglarizing the home following a break-in.

Finlay

Finlay was recently interviewed by thesun.co.uk and spoke about his life in the sports-entertainment business. Finlay also discusses his Irish heritage as well as his family’s involvement in sports-entertainment.

ECW Championship Scramble

Mark Henry vs Matt Hardy vs The Miz vs Chavo Guerrero vs Finlay in ECW Championship Scramble. The unique match will pit ECW Champion Mark Henry, Matt Hardy, The Miz, Chavo Guerrero and Finlay against each other.

Ken Kennedy all set for Surgery

Ken Kennedy

Ken Kennedy is scheduled for shoulder surgery this Friday. Kennedy injured his shoulder during a house show match with Shelton Benjamin earlier this month and has been working lightly ever since. Kennedy was diagnosed with a torn labrum and damage to his rotator cuff by Dr. James Andrews in Birmingham, Alabama. After two weeks of rehab and no progress, it was determined he would require surgery. He is expected to miss four to six months after the procedure, which will be performed by Dr. Andrews.