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Vince & Linda McMahon Worth Close To $500 Million - Details

Paperwork filed by Linda McMahon in Connecticut for her 2010 Senate reveal that her and Vince McMahon have upwards of $500 million in assets. Linda has donated over $3 million of McMahon money to the campaign, making her an "instant player" in the Senate race.

The chairman of the Government & Politics department at Sacred Heart University tells the Connecticut Post, "McMahon has just blown right by them (other Republican candidates) in terms of resources. It's just extraordinary. We've never had anybody that has had wealth like this campaigning."

According to the filing, Linda and Vince have $103.7 million in total assets and $355.13 million in stocks, bank accounts, investments, etc. Together, they received "at least" $8.97 million in salary and investment income from WWE during a period from January 2008 to October 2009.

For more details on the McMahons' assets, visit ConnPost.com


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The Rock Hints At WWE Return, Says He Wants To Do More Than Guest Host RAW

- In some great news for WWE fans, Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson told the Jack Diamond Morning Show in Washington, D.C. that he is working closely with World Wrestling Entertainment to create a special edition of programming, and also indicated he has a "great relationship" with Vince McMahon.

"I love that world and being able to entertain, especially if I could go back and it's on Smackdown and do a promo or guest host or we could create this cool show, whatever that may be," Johnson said. "Especially now, I'm at the point where I can go back and give back to the fans and help out guys in any way I can...

"Right now, we're trying to put together - there is always something cool and interesting for me to do. I would like to do something more than just host the show. I'm in the process of creating something really cool for the fans - something very special and unique. It will be something like one big entertaining show."


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Brock Lesnar Health Update: Hole In His Intestines, MMA Future In Jeopardy

UFC President Dana White spoke to Yahoo! Sports on Wednesday and provided yet another update on Brock Lesnar's health status. While it was reported earlier this week that Lesnar was suffering from a bacterial infection in his intestines, it turns out he actually had a hole in his intestine and has not been 100% for an entire year.

"Brock was in big pain, he was hurting.... We don’t know if he’ll ever fight again. He had a hole in his intestine. The (stuff) was leaking into his stomach. That’s what was causing him so much pain. That and he had abscesses. The doctor told him he hasn’t been right for a year. His immune system has been trying to fight this thing and that’s why he was susceptible to getting sick.... We’ll find out more next week. We’re going to send him to the Mayo Clinic for a couple of days. I don’t know what to say. It’s looking better now than last week, but what that means, I don’t know."

Brock Lesnar is scheduled to visit the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN early next week for a battery of tests. His trainer Greg Nelson spoke to the Star Tribune this week and sasid, "No one can tell, but it seems right now it's something he'll definitely recover from." While this should be considered good news, Nelson stressed that it's too early to tell when Lesnar will fight again.


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Hogan Admits Flair Attack Was a Work, Heyman Blogs UFC-Lesnar & More

-- Hulk Hogan has reportedly admitted to reporters in Australia that his brawl with Ric Flair at Tuesday's press conference that left Hogan's face covered in blood was all just part of the show. Just hours after the Flair attack, Hogan showed up at the Sydney Football Stadium for another press conference looking "fit and healthy." Australia's Wentworth Courier newspaper reports that Hogan told reporters, "It took me about half an hour to get freshened up before I ran back out, it got a bit crazy. I didn’t plan on going backwards off the stage, that was a bit of a shock."



-- TMZ.com has posted a picture of WWE Hall of Famer Steve Austin playing with a puppy in Canada on the set of a movie. Austin is now sporting a beard.

-- In his latest blog update at HeymanHustle.com, Paul Heyman talks about what Brock Lesnar's recent health problems mean for the UFC brand. Lesnar is UFC's top draw - with the shows he fights on drawing over 1 million pay-per-view buys. Heyman says that despite the setback, the UFC will survive because they've done a great job establishing their brand and earning the trust of their audience.


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Gabe Sapolsky Responds To Chris Jericho's Mocking Comments

- In response to Chris Jericho's mocking of his blog review of Tuesday's WWE SmackDown taping, Gabe Sapolsky responded with the following:

"Don't worry about the breadline Mr. Jericho, you are always welcome in Dragon Gate USA or EVOLVE," Sapolsky wrote. "Better yet, Mr. Jericho, consider yourself invited to 11/28 Philly or 1/23 (Chicago) DGUSA events and compare it to Smackdown yourself."



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Final Resolution Theme, Kip James Gets Stitches, iMPACT Post-Show, Foley on TV

- Jeremy Borash announced on Twitter that Kip James recently got 10 stitches in his hand after an attack from his dog.

- Borash and Don West will be doing a live post-show on TNA's website this tonight after iMPACT airs on Spike TV.

- The song "Smash the Control Machine" by OTEP will be the official theme song for TNA's Final Resolution pay-per-view.

- Mick Foley will appear on The Daily Show on Comedy Central tonight at 11PM after iMPACT.



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Former ROH/ECW Booker Rips WWE & SmackDown, Top WWE Superstar Responds

- Former ROH and ECW booker Gabe Sapolsky attended the WWE TV tapings on Tuesday night in Philadelphia and wrote the following on his MySpace:

I stopped by the Smackdown taping last night and left after CM Punk's promo. Punk was great, but the taping sucked. Most of the wrestlers were robotic (stop at top of ramp, pose, walk into ring, ignore entire crowd and turn to hard cam, pose, turn back to ramp and wait for opponent). Everything was formulaic. I sat there for two hours from the opening bell waiting through dead time between matches and endless videos before Smackdown actually started. However, it wasn't all bad as Tommy Dreamer is still over in Philly and Punk is a superstar. Anyway, my point. I saw some crappy wrestling lately that turned me off to the business.

- WWE Superstar Chris Jericho responded with the following on his Twitter:

Dammit if Gabe Sopolsky wasn't impressed, then what chance does the WWE have to survive even one more day??? Breadline, here I come...



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Win a Survivor Series Prize Package!

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Survivor Series returns to pay-per-view this Sunday. And The History of WWE is celebrating the occasion with an exclusive Survivor Series prize package!

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WWE RAW Rating for This Week, WWE in Los Angeles, Update on The Burchills

- Devin sent the following: WWE returns to the Staples Center in Los Angeles, California on March 16th, 2010. Tickets go on sale December 12th, 2009 at 10 AM.

- Paul and Katie Lea Burchill have been removed from the ECW roster page on WWE's website.

- This past Monday's episode of WWE RAW with Roddy Piper as guest host scored a 3.5 cable rating. The show did hours of 3.37 and 3.56.



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Psycho Sid Likely Joining TNA Wrestling, Says He Warned WWE This Would Happen

- Psycho Sid Promotions sent out the following e-mail earlier today, saying he's headed to TNA:

The Return of the Master and Ruler of the World "Psycho" Sid Vicious is coming to TNA Wrestling!

Spike TV Thursday Nights!

We warned WWE that this would Happen.

Never say Never!
Stay Tuned

-Psycho Sid Promotions

Furthermore, Sid's official MySpace page now has a huge TNA logo on it with the words "Never Say Never."


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Survivor Series Dark Match, The Marine 2 on Tomorrow's RAW, Elimination Chamber

- Tickets for WWE's Elimination Chamber pay-per-view in February go on sale Saturday, December 12th at 10AM. The former No Way Out will be held in St. Louis at the Scottrade Center.

- The dark match before tonight's Survivor Series pay-per-view in Washington, DC saw Santino Marella defeat Chavo Guerrero with an eye-poke and a rollup.

- WWE will debut the official trailer for The Marine 2 starring Ted DiBiase on tomorrow's three-hour RAW show from Hershey, PA.

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More On Cena/Undertaker WrestleMania 26 Possibility, Maryse/RAW & more

- If The Undertaker vs. John Cena transpires at WrestleMania 26 in Arizona, both are expected to remain faces heading into the match.

- WWE Diva Maryse will be in the building for Monday night RAW, but there is no word if she's going to be on the show. [Source: Wrestling Observer]

- The Rock's "Planet 51" cartoon movie opened at No. 3 this weekend with $12.6 million.

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WWE Still Unhappy With Mickie James' Weight, Recent Segments Info

- On this past Friday's SmackDown, there was a segment involving Mickie James in which rival Diva Michelle McMcool created a personalized video of "Old McDonald". The video's starring character was "PiggyJames" and was actually designed to send a clear message to the multi-time Women's Champion.

Dave Meltzer reports that the company are still unhappy with James' weight and want her lose it, hence the recent segments involving heel Divas poking fun at her weight.

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UFC President Dana White Talks About Shane McMahon

- UFC President Dana White spoke about Shane McMahon at the fan Q&A session for UFC 106 in Las Vegas on Friday.

Dana did confirm that he had a meeting with McMahon but did not say what they talked about. Dana said he and Shane were good friends and when asked if Shane could work with UFC, Dana said, "you never know."

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Possible RAW Return, WWE's New Diva in Frat Party, WWE & Capital Food Bank, More

- The Bella Twins turned 26 years old yesterday.

- WWE is teaming up with Capital Food Bank before tonight's Survivor Series at the Verizon Center in Washington, DC. The first 300 attendees in line who donate a non-perishable food item to the bank will be able to get an autograph from Kofi Kingston and Eve Torres between 12PM and 2PM. The drop-off will be in the lobby of the Verizon Center.

- F4Wonline.com reports that new WWE announcer Lauren C. Mayhew appears topless for a scene in the new direct-to-DVD movie Frat Party, which comes out on December 1st.

- As noted before, Maryse was scheduled to make her WWE ring return at one of the next two RAW's. Her return may come at the three-hour RAW this Monday as she indicated on her Twitter that she would be there for the show.

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Final Card for WWE's Survivor Series Pay-Per-View, Live Coverage Reminder

- Here's the final card for tonight's Survivor Series pay-per-view from Washington, DC. Remember to join us here at 8:00PM EST for live coverage of the show.

WWE Title Match
John Cena vs. Shawn Michaels vs. Triple H

World Heavyweight Title Match
The Undertaker vs. Big Show vs. Chris Jericho

Traditional Elimination Match
Kofi Kingston, MVP, Mark Henry, Christian and R-Truth vs. Randy Orton, Ted DiBiase, Cody Rhodes, William Regal and CM Punk

Traditional Elimination Match
John Morrison, Evan Bourne, Finlay, Shelton Benjamin and Matt Hardy vs. The Miz, Sheamus, Jack Swagger, Dolph Ziggler and Drew McIntyre

Traditional Elimination Match
Mickie James, Kelly Kelly, Melina, Gail Kim and Eve vs. Michelle McCool, Layla, Alicia Fox, Beth Phoenix and Jillian Hall

Rey Mysterio vs. Batista

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JR Blog: His WWE Contract Status and Return, Survivor Series and More

Here are some highlights from Jim Ross' latest blog on jrsbarbq.com:

- Read on line where I was returning to WWE at Wrestlemania. This info was attributed to my friend and former broadcast partner Jerry Lawler. I don't know if I confused the King when we last spoke or if he was simply misquoted which is more likely but the story is not accurate. When talking with Jerry about when I was going to return, I mentioned that there was NO time table due to not knowing when the facial nerve on the right side of my face was going to kick start. I mentioned that IF it was going to be close to Wrestlemania that it might be good just to wait and return at WM26. The facial nerve could ignite tomorow...or next week...or 2-4 months from now. No one knows. The last time that I had Bells palsy it hit me in December and I returned to Wrestlemania in late March and broadcast one match, Austin vs. The Rock but I had to hold one side of my face up to speak clearly. This attack isn't as severe as that one in my opinion.

- I do feel better other than the facial paralysis and some lingering issues with my right eye but all in all I truly believe that I am improving. I'm also making several life style changes that I think are timely and career enhancing.

- My contract negotiations with WWE are still to be finalized but, as I feel in all things regarding my life. I remain confident and positive that those contractual issues will work out to every one's satisfaction.

- Kofi Kingston was the star of Monday Night Raw from MSG and Kofi not coming off as so happy go lucky and showing the aggression it takes to turn heads is what he needs to continue to do. Kofi is close to residing in the Promised Land and a great night at the Survivor Series and the following night on the three hour Raw could help cement that ascension.

- It will be interesting to see if "Angry Dave" will get booed in his hometown Sunday when Batista faces Rey Mysterio in a bout that I have predicted Batista will win on my WWE.com Smackdown blog that is up now at www.wwe.com.

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Wrestler Eki “Umaga” Fatu dies

Wrestler Eki “Umaga” Fatu dies

Buzz up! 1322 PrintEki “Eddie” Fatu died in Houston on Friday after a massive heart attack, adding to a long list of professional wrestlers who died by the age of 40.

The 36-year old Fatu, who achieved his greatest fame in recent years as a star in the industry-leading World Wrestling Entertainment under the name “Umaga,” was found unconscious in his Spring, TX living room by his wife, who had him rushed to the hospital. Fatu had a second heart attack in the hospital before he died.

Fatu, who was memorable for his distinct facial tattoos, comes from a large family of Samoan wrestlers who have influenced the business for several generations, beginning with his uncles, the brother combination of Afa and Sika Anoi’a, who formed a successful act known as “The Wild Samoans” in the 1970s and ’80s. The most famous member of the clan is cousin Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, who left wrestling for Hollywood fame.

Fatu’s career peak came in 2007, as he co-headlined Wrestlemania 23 in Detroit, a card that received a ton of publicity for a storyline involving WWE owner Vince McMahon and Donald Trump. But his run at the top was short-lived, and he was released from his WWE contract on June 8 when he refused to go into rehab after a second violation of the WWE’s drug policy.

Fatu had recently returned from an independent wrestling tour of Australia when he was stricken.

“On behalf of my family, the Anoa’i and Fatu family, we are devastated and shocked by the loss of our Eki,” Afa Anoa’i told the Wrestling Observer. Our son, nephew, brother, cousin, husband, father. Our hearts are broken, and words can’t express what each of us are feeling. It is so comforting to know how loved Eki is by his family, peers, friends, and most of all his fans.”

A staggering number of young pro wrestlers have died over the past 10 years, leading some to believe the industry has a curse. Among the most notorious cases were Chris Benoit, 40, who committed suicide in Georgia in 2007 after murdering his wife, Nancy, and son Daniel; Eddie Guerrero, 38, who died of a heart attack in 2005 in a Minnesota hotel room; and Owen Hart, 33, who died in Kansas City in 1999 after a stunt went awry during a live television shoot. In March, another former WWE wrestler, Andrew “Test” Martin, 34, died after an Oxycontin overdose.

 

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Steve Austin To Be Featured On Hunting TV Show


"The Outdoor Channel issued the following press release today:

Outdoor Channel Presents First Quarter Programming Schedule

LINEUP INCLUDES SEVEN DEBUT SHOWS: "DROP ZONE TV," "NOSLER'S MAGNUM TV," "S.W.A.T. MAGAZINE TV," "TOP TRUCK CHALLENGE," "WORLD CLASS BOWHUNTING," "BACKROADS WITH RON & RAVEN" AND "ALASKAN"

TEMECULA, Calif., Dec. 23 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Outdoor Channel (Nasdaq: OUTD), America's leader in Outdoor TV, today unveiled its action-packed programming schedule for the first quarter of 2010. Seven brand new shows will debut this winter on the network, covering a broad range of popular outdoor themes and featuring expert talent. The new shows are "Drop Zone TV," "Nosler's Magnum TV," "S.W.A.T. Magazine TV," "Top Truck Challenge," "World Class Bowhunting," "Backroads with Ron & Raven" and "Alaskan."

Demonstrating its commitment to presenting unique, first-class content, Outdoor Channel's seven new original series highlight the network's appeal to outdoor enthusiasts, taking audiences on exciting and adventurous journeys into the outdoors. For the full Q1 programming schedule, please visit: http://outdoorchannel.com/Schedule.aspx.

"Outdoor Channel continues to invest heavily in quality programming and innovative formats, like high definition, and this season's spectrum of shows speaks volumes about our commitment to giving viewers an authentic outdoor experience," said Tom Hornish, COO, Outdoor Channel. "Simply put, we are home to the best outdoor producers, expert talent and top conservation and membership organizations in the traditional outdoor genre. Our latest schedule is intended to give our loyal viewers more of what they've come to expect from Outdoor Channel."

Show Descriptions:

Drop Zone TV - Debuts Sunday, January 3rd at 11:00 a.m. ET
Get ready, you're about to enter the "Drop Zone!" Hosted by Hal Shaffer of Outdoor Channel's "Huntin' the World...Southern Style" and NASCAR's Greg Zipadelli, "Drop Zone TV" is a fast paced show with a modern twist, and is bound to keep viewers on the edge of their seats. The list of celebrity guests is long and diverse, including some of NASCAR's greats, along with the best of the NFL, country music and Major League Baseball. This season, former WWE World Champion, Stone Cold Steve Austin, will be in pursuit of his biggest whitetail ever, while comedian Killer Beaz adds his unique brand of comedy by making side-splitting commentary throughout many episodes of the show.

Nosler's Magnum TV - Debuts Thursday, December 31st at 9:00 p.m. ET
Join Team Magnum as they travel the world, searching for the biggest and most majestic game on the planet. Hosted by NRA-ILA Executive Director Chris Cox, "Nosler's Magnum TV" delivers hunts with sophisticated, award- winning videography. Follow the dynamic team of professional hunters and Magnum Hunt Club members from the wind-blown plains of Nebraska to the wild plains of Africa.

S.W.A.T. Magazine TV - Debuts Wednesday, December 30th at 7:30 p.m. ET
"S.W.A.T. Magazine TV," featuring Rob Pincus as host, brings an inside look at the training and law enforcement industry as it takes viewers behind the scenes of law enforcement and military training, in addition to examining some the best education available in the private sector. Best of all, the training is broken down in a way that allows viewers to learn important aspects of home or self defense. "S.W.A.T. Magazine TV" will also feature in-depth instructor profiles and useful product insight. Brent Wheat's "Street Smarts" segment will round out this most progressive 30 minutes of training-oriented programming on television.

Top Truck Challenge - Debuts Monday, December 28th at 7:30 p.m. ET
Seventeen years ago, the editors of Four Wheeler magazine decided to test the engineering capabilities of America's most dynamic off-road rigs. They called it: "Top Truck Challenge." Since then, the event has evolved into one of the most demanding and unique off-road motorsport competitions in the world. This season, "Top Truck Challenge" will take viewers back to some of the best moments at the 2009 Top Truck Challenge. Buckle up as drivers compete against the clock in seven stages of various, unique obstacles. Each driver/co-driver combo will push themselves, and their vehicles, to the limit. It's bound to be a wild ride!

World Class Bowhunting -Debuts Sunday, January 3rd at 6:30 p.m. ET
Expert trapper and bowhunter Tom Miranda takes bowhunting to a whole new level in the documentary-style Mathews' "World Class Bowhunting". Hunting the dangerous big six of Africa, or taking on the North American Super Slam, viewers won't want to miss a second of these heart-pounding hunts. Witness up-close and personal big game encounters and over the shoulder impacts. "World Class Bowhunting" features superior quality and comprehensive coverage of the challenges of bowhunting.

Backroads with Ron and Raven - Debuts Tuesday, December 29th at 3:00 p.m. ET
"Backroads with Ron and Raven" celebrates the outdoor lifestyle with an emphasis on unique characters. Ron and his black lab Raven tour the country, taking the back roads, searching for well-known and yet-to-be discovered outdoor enthusiasts. A hallmark of Ron Schara Productions, the show is driven by Emmy-award winning writing and storytelling.

Alaskan - Debuts in late January 2009
There's no place like Nome! And, in 2010, Outdoor Channel and the Gold Prospectors Association of America take you on an adventure set in a city of gold - Nome, Alaska (population: 3,500) - in Outdoor Channel's brand new documentary series, "Alaskan." Filmed in stunning high definition, the half-hour weekly documentary gives Outdoor Channel viewers a good feel for life in Nome, coupled with the spectacular natural beauty of the region - a place where musk ox, moose, grizzly bears and birds roam free.

In addition to its compelling cable network, Outdoor Channel programming is also available across multiple media platforms including high definition, video-on-demand, and on its dynamic broadband Web site, www.outdoorchannel.com, which includes an extensive video library and an interactive community section.

Check local listings or log on to OutdoorChannel.com to find Outdoor Channel in your area.
About Outdoor Channel Holdings, Inc.

Outdoor Channel Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: OUTD) owns and operates Outdoor Channel, America's leader in outdoor TV, and Winnercomm Inc., an Emmy Award winning production and interactive company. Outdoor Channel offers programming that captures the excitement of hunting, fishing, shooting, off-road motorsports, adventure and the Western lifestyle and can be viewed on multiple platforms including high definition, video-on-demand, as well as on a dynamic broadband website. Winnercomm Inc. is one of America's largest and highest quality producers of live sporting events and sports series for cable and broadcast television. Winnercomm also owns and operates the patented Skycam and CableCam aerial camera systems which provide dramatic overhead camera angles for major sports events, including college and NFL football.


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TNA Star Yelled At Backstage At Final Resolution PPV

According to ProWrestling.net, TNA star Jesse Neal was given a verbal lashing backstage at the "Final Resolution" pay-per view for taking an unprotected chair shot during his match. He was lectured for not putting his hands up to protect himself from the blow.




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