WWE Hall of Famer Jimmy Valiant, affectionately known as “The Boogie Woogie Man,” has announced via a press release that he will wrestle one final match at the remarkable age of 83. Dubbed “Boogie’s Last Dance,” the bout is scheduled for April 25 in Lancaster, South Carolina, for NAWA Championship Wrestling. As of writing, his opponent has not yet been announced, but some fans have jokingly suggested his former Mid-Atlantic Championship Wrestling rival and occasional tag partner, Ric Flair, might have another match in him.

“Yes, this will be my final dance. I’ve retired before, but this is truly my last dance. I’m honored to hang up my boots after 62 years of wrestling pro. I had over 15,000 matches and drove 6 million miles on U.S. highways, plus flying getting to those matches.” – Jimmy Valiant

Other notable examples of similar longevity in wrestling include Japan’s Great Kojika, who remains active in his mid-80s, with matches as recent as April 2025, and American legend Dory Funk Jr., who competed at age 83 in 2024. Additionally, Britain’s Kendo Nagasaki stepped into the ring at 84 in late 2025. Still, the late Mae Young holds the overall record at 87 years and 248 days in 2010, showing that passion and resilience can keep wrestling legends performing well into their golden years.

At a Ruthless Pro Wrestling Omega event in Illinois, a crazed fan stunned the crowd by rushing the ring during the main event between Kruel and Shlak with a knife stemming from a disagreement earlier in the night over buying wrestling merchandise. However, as the attacker tried to flee after stabbing Kruel, wrestlers from the locker room and several audience members quickly intervened, subduing and beating him down. And now the wrestler best known for his time in MLW has shared an update on X, thankfully declaring, “Krule is Fine.”

Several professional wrestlers have suffered real-life stabbing incidents, both in and out of the ring. The most infamous is Bruiser Brody, fatally stabbed in the shower backstage at a 1988 Puerto Rico event by fellow wrestler José González, who was acquitted after claiming self-defense. Other cases include New Jack stabbing his opponent, William Jason Lane, multiple times during a 2004 hardcore match, leading to his arrest, and Alberto Del Rio surviving a knife attack outside a restaurant in 2016. Fans have also attacked wrestlers in rare ring invasions, although, thanks to major promotions having so much security nowadays, this occurs far less often.

Kyle Fletcher has apologized for an insensitive comment he made about AEW All In Texas. Following a sudden match change after Adam Cole withdrew due to serious concussion issues, Fletcher described the day as one of the worst in his life. However, following significant backlash, he acknowledged during a follow-up interview that his wording appeared disrespectful, given the gravity of Cole’s situation and his involvement in the injury. Fletcher clarified that he was expressing his own emotional stress and overwhelming pressure that night, without intending to compare his experience to Cole’s.

“Look, that comment that I made the other day,I was very upset with myself for the way I worded it. I would like to apologize for the way I spoke and the words that I used. I think the words I used were a bit insensitive, saying it was one of the worst days of my life. My thought process when I was answering that, and answering any questions about that day, is that I never want to talk about somebody else’s story. That whole day, that whole situation, a lot of it is Adam’s story to tell. I don’t feel like I have the right to complain about any of it, because what Adam is going through, and has gone through, my feelings pale in comparison to it.” – Kyle Fletcher

As one of AEW’s rising stars, 27-year-old Fletcher has captivated fans with his explosive athleticism and high-flying style. He first rose to prominence alongside Mark Davis as the tag team Aussie Open in New Japan before joining the Don Callis Family in AEW as the “Protostar.” Since then, he has held two reigns as AEW TNT Champion, including a big victory over Dustin Rhodes in 2025. Still, there is concern over the Australians’ in-ring status after he left this week’s episode of Collision wearing a walking boot, prompting speculation about a possible leg injury.

Due to Steve Maclin suffering a head injury during the main event of Sacrifice 2026, the match had to be abruptly ended after Mike Santana’s superkick legitimately rocked his opponent. And now, Santana has addressed this unfortunate situation in a heartfelt statement on X, revealing that he always takes a quiet moment before every match to pray for the safety of both competitors. Additionally, he praised referee Alice Lane’s professionalism, emphasizing that the wrestlers’ health always comes first.

“Needed some time to myself before speaking on this… Every time I’m getting ready to head out for a match, I always find a corner and take a moment to myself. I kneel and pray to God to protect me and my opponent. To watch over us as we head out to give the fans an escape and something worth what they pay their hard earned money for. But as we all know, freak accidents happen that are sometimes out of our control and in the moment. That’s the unfortunate reality of what we do. All we can do is learn from it and take preventative measures moving forward, so that we can avoid making the same mistakes.

I will say, I’m truly proud of how TNA handled the situation. And even more proud of referee Alice Lane. Her elite professionalism and quick thinking saved us. We were truly blessed to have had her out there with us. I’m glad that Steve is safe and doing well. He’s one of the toughest guys I know and someone I’ve considered a close friend for a long time. At the end of the day, our health and well-being come first and we showed exactly that. Thank you everyone.” – Mike Santana

After the match, Maclin was evaluated for a possible concussion and taken to the hospital for further tests. TNA President Carlos Silva subsequently confirmed that Maclin had passed all evaluations, had not been diagnosed with a concussion, and was released to return to his hotel. Later, Maclin took to social media and defiantly stated, “You can’t F****ng kill me. I’M BULLETPROOF,” suggesting he’s on the mend and will be back in the ring sooner rather than later.

During the March 27 episode of SmackDown, Tiffany Stratton hit a devastating Swanton on Giulia, leaving those at home winching. And now, indicating the intense impact proved too much for Giulia’s body, the former Stardom star has taken to her Instagram Story with the candid admission, saying, “No. Seriously. It’s Not Even Funny… I Actually Peed A Lot.” Many fans have since praised her honesty, while others have claimed she shared too much information.

In the unforgiving world of professional wrestling, even the toughest athletes occasionally endure humiliating bodily betrayals during matches. John Cena once suffered an accident due to food poisoning, while CM Punk famously had one on SmackDown caused by heavy antibiotic usage. Yet the most infamous and hideous case involves Andre the Giant, who suffered a severe bout of diarrhea mid-move while delivering his sit-down splash on Bad News Brown, which has become a notorious wrestling shoot interview story.

CJ Perry, the former WWE star known as Lana, completed her first-ever stand-up comedy performance at The Comedy Chateau in Los Angeles. After enrolling in comedy classes and building anticipation, she took the stage despite initial nerves, marking a bold new chapter beyond wrestling. And now, having proudly supported her from the audience, her husband Miro has taken to his Instagram Stories to share prose for her, saying she “CRUSHEDD IT!“

“So proud of you @thecjperry!! First stand up show & you CRUSHEDD IT.” – Miro

41-year-old Perry enjoyed a professional wrestling career spanning over a decade, rising to fame as the charismatic manager of Rusev, whom she later married. Their on-screen partnership captivated fans with dramatic storylines and strong promos, and Lana eventually transitioned into in-ring competition, participating in landmark events like the first Women’s Royal Rumble. After departing WWE in 2021, she had a brief run in AEW managing talents before securing a WWE Legends contract last year.

In a new video shared by AEW star Wardlow on social media, the names of several American Gladiators from the upcoming Amazon reboot have been revealed. This confirmed that the powerhouse AEW star will be named “Fang,” while fellow AEW wrestler Kamille will be going by the name “Hurricane.” Hosted by WWE’s The Miz, the show is scheduled to premiere on Prime Video on April 17, with contenders battling for a $100,000 prize.

American Gladiators burst onto TV screens in September 1989 as a syndicated show created by Johnny Ferraro and Dan Carr. The concept was inspired by ancient Roman spectacles but modernized for average contestants facing muscular “Gladiators” in events like Powerball, Joust, and Assault for seven seasons until 1996, featuring spandex outfits and names like Nitro, Malibu, and Zap. A 2008 NBC revival, hosted by Hulk Hogan and Laila Ali, but it would only last for two seasons.

During TNA Sacrifice’s main event, Steve Maclin’s world title challenge against Mike Santana ended abruptly after he took a stiff superkick early in the bout, raising immediate concerns of a concussion. The ref quickly halted the match, and Maclin was evaluated backstage before being sent to a local hospital for further tests. However, to the surprise of many, during an interview with Sports Illustrated, TNA President Carlos Silva revealed that Maclin passed all medical evaluations and was not actually diagnosed with a concussion, suggesting that any time away from the ring will be short.

“TNA president Carlos Silva told The Takedown that Maclin was not ultimately diagnosed with a concussion, as he cleared all of his tests and was released to go back to his hotel for the night,” – Sports Illustrated

38-year-old Maclin, a former U.S. Marine Corps veteran, transitioned from military service to professional wrestling in 2013. After early success on the independents, he joined WWE as Steve Cutler, competing in NXT as part of the Forgotten Sons tag team, but was released in 2020 due to budget cuts. Subsequently, he signed with TNA in 2021 and quickly became an integral performer by showcasing his gritty resilience and military-inspired intensity throughout his career.

Following the March 18 Collision taping in Fresno, fans reported seeing Josh Alexander limping, suggesting he had sustained an injury. And now, on X.com, the former TNA World Champion has unfortunately confirmed that he will undergo knee surgery next week. Additionally, Alexander noted there is no timetable set for his return, suggesting it won’t be anytime soon.

“I know I’ve been limping and in pain for a week, but my surgeon told me I’m going to need surgery this coming Wednesday, that my knee injury is pretty severe, So I will not be cleared to compete, and there’s no timetable set right now for when I will be back.” – Josh Alexander

38-year-old Alexander, real name Joshua Lemay, debuted on the independent circuit in 2005 and finally got his big break in 2019 when he joined TNA. From there, he formed The North tag team with Ethan Page, winning the World Tag Team Championship twice, including a record 380-day reign. Transitioning to singles, he became a two-time TNA World Champion and an X Division Champion, earning Triple Crown status. Still, he left TNA in early 2025 and signed with AEW in April 2025, aligning with the Don Callis Family and ensuring plenty of television time.

Ex-NXT talent Jazmyn Nyx is turning heads once again, this time outside the ring, having dropped a sizzling series of poolside photos on Instagram. Wearing a blue two-piece bikini, the former wrestler lounges confidently in the stylish swimsuit, continuing to captivate fans while building her personal brand through social media and endorsements.

27-year-old Nyx, real name Jade Gentile, went from a professional soccer career to WWE after signing in November 2022. Debuting on NXT in early 2024 as part of Chase University, she would go on to form the villainous stable Fatal Influence with Jacy Jayne and Fallon Henley in July 2024. However, she departed WWE in September 2025, choosing not to renew her contract for financial reasons, which stunned many at the time.

Unfortunately, the finish to the historic WrestleMania 37 main event between Sasha Banks and Bianca Belair was spoiled when Michael Cole mistakenly said the current AEW star had kicked out and needed to be corrected by Corey Graves. And now, while speaking on The Sal Licata Show, the veteran WWE commentator has revealed he was “embarrassed” by this and actually apologized to both women afterwards.

“I had a massive screw-up in the WrestleMania where Sasha Banks and Bianca Belair headlined WrestleMania. The first time two African-Americans had had headlined women had headlined the main event at WrestleMania. And I screwed up at the finish. It was just,  I was embarrassed by it. I apologized to both of the women afterward. They understand that things happen. The fans have never to this day let me forget about it. But it is something I regretted. I’d love to have it back if I could, but it’s just one of those moments you’re in the heat of the moment.” – Michael Cole

59-year-old Cole, real name Sean Coulthard, is one of WWE’s most enduring voices, having joined the company in 1997 after a career in journalism at CBS Radio. Initially, as a backstage interviewer, Cole eventually progressed to lead play-by-play commentator, calling countless legendary moments across Raw, SmackDown, and premium live events, including over 20 WrestleManias. Additionally, Cole served as Vice President of Announcing from 2020 to 2024, helping shape the broadcasting team.

Former AEW wrestler Sadie Gibbs is currently sidelined following a serious knee injury sustained in Japan and may not be able to resume her in-ring career until 2027. Still, she is keeping herself busy and her personal brand alive by frequently sharing updates on social media and seemingly agreeing to create online content for Playboy. The British wrestler announced this on X.com with a jaw-dropping photo drop, along with a direct link inviting fans to explore her racier content on their website.

Professional wrestling and Playboy share a storied history of boundary-pushing crossovers that boosted mainstream appeal, especially during WWE’s Attitude and Ruthless Aggression eras. Trailblazers like Sable, Chyna, Torrie Wilson, Christy Hemme, Candice Michelle, and Maria Kanellis graced the magazine with sensual pictorials that often tied into storylines and elevated the Divas division. Beyond WWE, the connection extended to TNA’s Knockouts, with Traci Brooks appearing on their website. In recent years, as the print version of Playboy evolved into digital platforms, SoCal Val signed with the Playboy Club in November 2025, with Gibbs having now followed her lead.