Triple H’s Special WrestleMania Theme, HBK’s Blog, More

– Metallica posted the following on their Facebook page: Triple H will be using one of your favorite ‘Tallica songs during his match against The Undertaker this weekend during WrestleMania XXVII.

– Day Two of Shawn Michaels’ WWE.com diary is now posted.

– Triple H attended the Georgia state legislature’s WrestleMania Proclamation yesterday with wife Stephanie McMahon. Photos are available at WWE.com.

– Entertainment Weekly has a video from Tough Enough of Miss USA Rima Fakih taking a bodyslam at http://insidetv.ew.com/

Update: 8 WWE Tough Enough names leaked!

Partial Source: Pwinsider

Here are the updated details on the WWE Tough Enough cast:

* Rima Fakih – The current Miss USA, a lifelong WWE fan, former RAW guest host.

* Matt Cross – Known on the indy scene as M-Dogg 20. Has wrestled extensively on the independents for Ring of Honor, CZW, a ton of Mid-West promotions and worked the Hulk Hogan Australia tour several months back.

* Jason Watts – His real name Erik Watts, a California independent wrestler nickamed “Big Nasty” who’s worked for NWA Hollywood among other groups.

* Juliet the Huntress – A blonde female who initially broke in working and training in Puerto Rico and of late had been working Chicago area independents.

* Christina Crawford – Alicia Fox’s sister, who was under a WWE developmental deal prior to filming the series.

* Bobby Robinson – Known as the “Golden Boy”, Robinson works independents in the Maine area, including NWA on Fire.

* Andy Leavine – A former lineman for Florida International University and priority agent with the Miami Dolphins. This Brooksville native is an independent wrestler seeking to become a superstar. He’s 23 years old.

* Mickael Zaki He’s from New Jersey but now lives in Tampa. He’s got a degree in criminal justice and first-degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do. He has spent the past two years competing on the independent wrestling circuit. He’s 26 years old.

WWE Tough Enough news with major *Spoilers!*

Partial Source: Pwinsider

According to a source, indy wrestler Matt “M-Dogg” Cross is rumored to be appearing on the new season of WWE’s Tough Enough. The show debuts on the USA Network the night after WrestleMania immediately following Monday night RAW. The show started taping last week.

We’ve been reporting that California indy wrestler “Big Nasty” Jason Watts and Miss USA Rima Fakih will also be a part of the show.

The trainers are Steve Austin, Booker T, Trish Stratus and Bill ‘Hugh Morris’ DeMott. Numerous WWE talents will also be making ‘cameos’ on the show.

It should be noted that all WWE Tough Enough contestants have signed confidentiality agreements meaning it’s very hard to get any information on the show or talents involved until the actual airing. We’re trying our best for ya’ though.

A possible Rock-Cena match?, Cena trashes Miz + more!

Partial Source: The Wrestling Observer

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– John Cena tweeted the following last night following RAW: “CeNation. Handle bizz on sunday…check …let rock know im not a pushover…check…win tag titles…check…realize how much of a self centered egotistical rat bastard dowsh bag the miz is…..check. yer in my sights now kid. The world will soon know if u got it or u don’t. Other than that I had a blast tonight. Fresno was ON FIRE!”

– For those who have asked, there are no immediate plans for a Rock vs. Cena match despite their recent ‘war of words’. Of course, the door is always open for a ‘dream match’ between the two in the future but as of right now there are no plans to do so. However, The Rock is expected to be physically involved at WrestleMania in some capacity. We’ll keep you posted as we get more.

– California based independent wrestler “Big Nasty” Jason Watts is rumored to be a contestant for WWE Tough Enough.

Miss USA to compete on WWE's 'Tough Enough'!

On WWE’s ‘Tough Enough’
The USA Network issued a press release today announcing that Miss USA Rima Fakih will be a contestant on the upcoming season of WWE’s Tough Enough.

The press release is as follows:

IS MISS USA™ “TOUGH ENOUGH®?”
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – February 17, 2011 USA Network and WWE® announced today that Miss USA™, Rima Fakih will be one of the aspiring contestants on USA Network’s upcoming non-scripted series WWE TOUGH ENOUGH®. Fakih will be squaring off against a tough group of challengers vying for an once-in-a-lifetime shot to become a WWE Superstar or Diva. The series will premiere Monday, April 4 at 11/10c, the day after WrestleMania® XXVII and immediately following USA’s ratings juggernaut WWE MONDAY NIGHT RAW®. It moves to its regularly scheduled slot in primetime, Mondays at 8/7c, starting on April 11.

“I am thrilled to have the opportunity to battle for a title in an entirely different competition,” said Fakih. “Miss USA is an incredible honor that’s provided invaluable experience which will undoubtedly help me as I push my performance and athletic skills to the limit. I look forward to learning if I have the mettle to make it in WWE.”

The casting announcement follows the recent appointment of WWE Hall of Famer “Stone Cold” Steve Austin® as series host and WWE Legend Booker T™ as a trainer. WWE TOUGH ENOUGH contestants will be a diverse group of men and women who will live, train, eat and sleep under one roof in a house in Southern California.

Each week the contestants will battle it out in a series of unique challenges designed to test for such characteristics as showmanship, creativity, athleticism and desire, just to name a few. Viewers will witness the trials and tribulations of what it takes to be one of the best in the world’s greatest sports entertainment organization. The grand prizewinner will be awarded a contract with WWE.

Shed Media US, noted for its strong characters and memorable casting in the non-scripted arena, will produce WWE TOUGH ENOUGH. The company’s previous reality credits include “The Real Housewives of New York City,” “Who Do You Think You Are,” “World’s Strictest Parents.” Producing for
Shed Media US are Nick Emmerson, Alex Demyanenko and Eric Van Wagenen.

USA Network is the #1 network in all of basic cable and is seen in over 102 million U.S. homes. A division of NBC Universal, USA is the cable television leader in original series and home to the best in blockbuster theatrical films, acquired television series and entertainment events. The award-winning USA website is
located at www.usanetwork.com. Characters Welcome.

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