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Newsweek
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
WWE Legend Umaga's Son Makes Impactful Debut
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The legendary Anoa'i wrestling dynasty has a new star on the rise. Zilla Fatu, the son of the late, great WWE legend Umaga, made his shocking and impactful debut for TNA Wrestling at last night's Slammiversary pay-per-view. Fatu appeared as part of a multi-man tag team match, making his first appearance for a major national promotion. His arrival was accompanied by a powerful introduction from his tag team partner. 'This is the son of the late, great Umaga. He didn't grow up with his dad around. He's got 5 kids. He's not even 25. He's the most dangerous Samoan in the entire Bloodline. This is Zilla Fatu.' ENZO WITH A GREAT INTRO FOR ZILLA FATU 🔥#TNASlammiversary — EliteRockerz 𝕏 (@EliteClubS0B) July 20, 2025 At the July 20th event, Zilla Fatu teamed with former WWE star Enzo Amore and Josh Bishop. Before their match, Amore delivered a passionate introduction for the second-generation star. "This is the son of the late, great Umaga," Amore said. "He didn't grow up with his dad around. He's got 5 kids. He's not even 25. He's the most dangerous Samoan in the entire Bloodline. This is Zilla Fatu." Fatu, who is the reigning world champion for Booker T's Reality of Wrestling promotion, made a strong impression during the bout against Team TNA, which consisted of Steve Maclin, Jake Something, and Mance Warner. WWE wrestler "Umaga" and Vince McMahon in the ring before the start of the main event of the night, "Hair vs. Hair", between Vince McMahon and Donald Trump. WrestleMania 23 at Detroit's Ford Field in... WWE wrestler "Umaga" and Vince McMahon in the ring before the start of the main event of the night, "Hair vs. Hair", between Vince McMahon and Donald Trump. WrestleMania 23 at Detroit's Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan on April 1, 2007 More More news: WWE News: Steve Austin Reveals Real-Life Vince McMahon Confrontation Zilla Fatu is carrying the legacy of his father, Edward "Umaga" Fatu, who was one of the most feared and respected superstars of the Ruthless Aggression era. As the "Samoan Bulldozer," Umaga was a dominant force in WWE, known for his terrifying intensity, hard-hitting offense, and the devastating "Samoan Spike" finisher. A two-time Intercontinental Champion, Umaga's most iconic moment came at WrestleMania 23, where he represented Vince McMahon against Bobby Lashley in the famous "Battle of the Billionaires." His tragic and untimely passing in 2009 left a void in the wrestling world and the Anoa'i family. Zilla Fatu's journey to the wrestling ring is an inspirational one. He has been open about his difficult past, which included a six-year prison sentence. Upon his release, he made the decision to turn his life around and honor his father's legacy by pursuing a career in professional wrestling. Fatu began training at Booker T's wrestling school and quickly became the promotion's top champion. His debut on a major stage like Slammiversary is a huge step in his young career. With his incredible pedigree and a powerful redemption story, the entire wrestling world will be watching to see if "the most dangerous Samoan" can live up to his father's powerful legacy. More WWE News: For more on WWE, head to Newsweek Sports
Time of India
21-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'I'm grooming them': WWE star Booker T reveals about training his twins to follow the icon's footstep
(Image via WWE) WWE Hall of Famer Booker T is a well-known name in the industry, known for his well versed in training the stars of the future, and his teenage twin kids could be the next for him as he has already started grooming them for his family business. The 60-year-old retired wrestler and current NXT commentator is a mentor on US network A&E's LFG reality show, which returns for a second season this weekend. The WWE icon has revealed that he has started training his 15-year-old twin, his son and daughter to eventually take over his own promotion Reality of Wrestling (ROW), seeing the business side as more stable and less physically demanding. Even though he's leaning toward a future for them backstage, he's keeping the door open for whatever path they choose. Let's see what the WWE icon said about preparing his children for the future. Booker T reveals about preparing his twins to look after the wrestling business Booker T is all in when it comes to training the next generation of pro wrestlers, whether it's at Reality of Wrestling or WWE LFG . With that in mind, he's now revealed that he's getting his kids ready to take over his wrestling empire. The wrestling trainer has revealed this recently during his recent interview with Metro . He exclusively told Metro : 'Never say never. My son loves professional wrestling. My daughter, she's very, very athletic. I never knew what I was going to do until I got into it, you know?' However, Booker's wife, a fellow WWE Hall of Famer Sharmell, admitted that he might be happier if they work behind the scenes instead, taking over his Reality of Wrestling (ROW) promotion. He further stated that, 'I'm grooming them to be able to take over the business one day,' he said. 'From a behind the scenes perspective. That's where the money is! Less bumps as well [laughs]. No man, never say never!' Booker T is known as one of the promising trainers of WWE, as he has trained big shots of WWE like Roxanne Perez . He is also speculated to be training and grooming U.S pop sensation Travis Scott, who has made multiple cameos in WWE events. FULL MATCH: Booker T vs. The Rock – WCW Title Match: SummerSlam 2001 Booker T reminisces about his past experiences Booker T said that the first time he got into a wrestling ring, it felt really familiar, like he had been doing it his whole life. After 35 years in wrestling, he has a lot of knowledge in his head that he can easily remember and use. Also Read : Deadman behind the desk? The Undertaker teases a bold move to WWE creative team However, The WWE Hall of Famer wants his kids to learn the same way, but knows that everyone learns differently. He said that some people pick things up fast, while others take more time. That's why he uses different ways to teach, so everyone can understand in their own way. Follow all the live updates, scores, and highlights from the India vs England Test match here . Game On Season 1 kicks off with Sakshi Malik's inspiring story. Watch Episode 1 here
Metro
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
Iconic WWE star's twins, 15, are being 'groomed for family business'
To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video WWE Hall of Famer Booker T is well versed in training the stars of the future, and his teenage kids could be next. The 60-year-old retired wrestler and current NXT commentator is a mentor on US network A&E's LFG reality show – which returns for a second season this weekend – and it's no surprised his 15-year-old twins are primed to follow in his footsteps. He exclusively told Metro: 'Never say never. My son, he loves professional wrestling. My daughter, she's very, very athletic. I never knew what I was going to do until I got into it, you know?' However, Booker – whose wife is fellow WWE Hall of Famer Sharmell – admitted he might be happier if they work behind the scenes instead, taking over his Reality of Wrestling promotion. 'I'm grooming them to be able to take over the business one day,' he said. 'From a behind the scenes perspective. That's where the money is! Less bumps as well [laughs]. No man, never say never!' If the twins did decided to get into wrestling, they'd have the best coach, with Booker having trained rising star Roxanne Perez, while there have been plans for him to work with Travis Scott to help him prepare for an eventual match. However, there's no one-size-fits-all approach to teaching someone the ropes. 'The first time I got in the ring, it was like deja vu. It seemed like I had been in the ring my whole life,' he recalled. 'Being in the business for 35 years, I got so much like wasted knowledge in my head, I could just pull it up, boom. 'I expect for them to be able to do it as well, and it's just not like that. Everybody is so different as far as the learning curve… When I teach it, I try to have so many different philosophies.' For WWE LFG (Legends & Future Greats), that variety is on full display as Booker joins Bubba Ray Dudley, The Undertaker and Michelle McCool on the panel for the second season in search of WWE's next megastars. Last series, Bubba Ray clashed with his loudmouthed protege BJ Ray, who showed a lot of fire and overconfident. 'It might work out for them on the show, but it's not going to work out in the long run,' Booker said, arguing the need for 'great matches' as well as a strong personality. He added: 'If you can figure that out – BJ Ray, he might have a chance, but if he doesn't figure that part out, he has no chance in hell of making it in this business.' Booker knows his stuff, as his protege Jasper Troy was the men's winner, and has already impressed in the ring with NXT Champion Oba Femi. 'I hate to use the old cliche from from Rocky Balboa, but he had that 'eye of the tiger,'' the veteran chuckled. 'He took it very, very serious. And that's what a lot of these guys don't do.' He explained: 'They're not looking at it like this could be a lifetime job… [or a] once a lifetime opportunity… But Jasper, I'm so proud of that kid.' That's not to say Booker doesn't embrace the larger than life characters, as he noted how the theatrics are the beating heart of the business. 'I'm always performing. It's Shakespeare, it's Romeo and Juliet, it's Phantom of the Opera,' he smiled. 'That's I think about when I think about professional wrestling.' That drama will certainly shine through on the new season of LFG – which is only available in the US, with clips being shared on X worldwide, and the winners already appearing on weekly NXT TV. What can fans expect? 'A lot more drama,' he laughed. 'We're trying to work with these young guys and get them where we need them to be. It's not as easy as one would think.' He added: 'The physical side is is relatively easy, but the mental side of the business is very, very taxing. And I think you guys will see a lot of lot of that this season.' In light of that, Booker shared the best piece of advice he was given by Escape From New York actor and wrestler Ox Baker. More Trending He recalled with a smile: 'He said, 'Kid, you got a lot of talent, but you're going to come up against a lot of obstacles in this business.' And I think he was talking about me being a young black man in the business. 'He didn't say that, but he said, 'You got to figure out a way to go over, around, under, and sometimes you have to go straight through those obstacles.' 'Wow. That was the best advice I've ever could have gotten as a young kid getting into this business.' View More » WWE LFG (Legends & Future Greats) returns to A&E on Sunday, June 22. Fans in the US can tune in from 10pm ET/PT. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: How to watch 'captivating' true crime series A Body in the Snow after Karen Read's trial MORE: Netflix drops all 8 episodes of dark TV series 'compared to Ozark' MORE: Disturbing documentary about 'most evil reality show ever' now streaming on BBC
Yahoo
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Shawn Michaels Reveals Who He Believes Are Mr. & Mrs. NXT
WWE Hall of Famer Shawn Michaels might be known as Mr. WrestleMania, but who does he believe is Mr. and Mrs. NXT? WWE Senior Vice President of Talent Development and Creative Shawn Michaels recently spoke with Brad Gilmore of Reality of Wrestling. When asked who Mr. and Mrs. NXT were, Michaels didn't hesitate to name Stephanie Vaquer Mrs. NXT, but Mr. NXT is a bit more of a toss-up. Advertisement 'Well, in the last couple of months, it'd have to be Stephanie Vaquer for the women's side, our NXT Women's Champion,' Shawn Michaels said. 'She has just taken the entire world by storm. I think she's somebody that already had an international name, but I think once she got on to NXT programming, the entire world and the entire globe — her popularity has just skyrocketed 'Look, I think it's a toss-up on our men's side. I think they'd probably argue about it, but I think Trick Williams and Oba Femi are two guys with — Trick has unlimited charisma, but Oba also has a mystique and an aura about him. They're two very different individuals, but they're both guys that are easily superstars that people see are going to be Raw and SmackDown superstars in the very near future, I'm sure.' [H/T: Fightful] READ MORE: Shawn Michaels Has A Very Surprising Mount Rushmore For Pro Wrestling What do you make of Shawn Michaels' comments? Who do you believe are Mr. and Mrs. NXT? Let us know your thoughts by sounding off in the comments section below. The post Shawn Michaels Reveals Who He Believes Are Mr. & Mrs. NXT appeared first on Wrestlezone.
Time of India
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Is WWE Hall of Famer Queen Sharmell set for an in-ring soon after long hiatus?
In a surprising development that has sparked excitement among wrestling fans and the WWE universe is Queen Sharmell's return to wrestling. The WWE Hall of Famer is preparing for an in-ring return after 15 years away from the limelight and competition. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Sharmell, known for her iconic role alongside her husband Booker T during the memorable King Booker era, has not been seen in the wrestling ring since 2009. The legendary women's wrestler was inducted in the year 2022. Although she has made some special appearances in the wrestling world since then, she has largely remained behind the scenes, focusing on her work with Reality of Wrestling and supporting up-and-coming talent. WWE Hall of Famer Queen Sharmell confirms her in-ring return WWE Hall of Famer Queen Sharmell has confirmed her in-ring return. As per reports, at the Reality of Wrestling GLORY tapings on April 27, 2025, it was announced that Queen Sharmell is all set to make an in-ring return this year. The announcement was shared on Instagram, noting that she would be stepping back into the ring at RoW No Limits on May 10, 2025. The announcement was made with a post reading: 'IT'S OFFICIAL! Announced tonight at Reality of Wrestling's GLORY tapings – WWE Hall of Famer and co-owner Queen Sharmell will return to the ring for the first time in over a decade to face 'La Princesa' Tiffany Nieves at NO LIMITS on May 10!' The post also read, 'Tiffany Nieves called out Queen Sharmell during Reality of Wrestling's recent PAY UP! event, leading to a confrontation that has now set the stage for their match." 'Best known as one of wrestling's greatest managers, also competed for WWE, TNA, WCW, NWA, and OVW. 'She shared the ring with talents like Awesome Kong, Jazz, Torrie Wilson, and Melina – but has not wrestled since 2009. Her return at NO Limits marks her first match in over 15 years." It further stated, 'Tiffany Nieves, representing the National Wrestling Alliance (NWA), is a rising competitor determined to make her mark. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Since arriving in Reality of Wrestling, Tiffany has blamed Queen Sharmell for holding her back – and now, she will step into the ring with her at NO LIMITS.' All hail Class of 2022 Hall of Famer Queen Sharmell: WWE Hall of Fame 2022 Queen Sharmell praises her husband, Booker T's involvement in wrestling Queen Sharmell has revealed and praised her husband, , and his association with wrestling. During an interview with Chris Van Vliet in 2024, she recalled that Booker T's grocery store segment with Stone Cold Steve Austin was one of her favorite moments of her husband in wrestling. "So the grocery store with Steve Austin, all that stuff was Steve Austin, you know, the bingo game, the nuns, like, Oh, my goodness. And then the stuff with Goldust. It's just hilarious. Right? So yeah, I'm equally a fan of his entertainment as well as his wrestling," Sharmell said. Also Read : The legend even mentioned that Booker's segments with Goldust were always hilarious, and she liked her husband's work both on and off the wrestling ring.
