Former WWE star Tatanka is beaming with pride after his sons, Joseph and Jeremiah Chavis, secured a high-profile tryout with WWE during SummerSlam weekend. Taking to Instagram, he revealed the brothers have been training at the prestigious Dungeon 2.0, with Joseph, a standout football player and state powerlifting runner-up, joining his younger brother Jeremiah, who is still in 10th grade but has already won a state championship and three national wrestling titles.

“Our Son’s Joseph and Jeremiah Chavis at The Dungeon 2.0! 2 Elite Athletes that are the real deal and will dominate in the WWE. Joseph after only 40 sessions has try-outs already at WWE SUMMERSLAM and Jeremiah just finished 10th grade and is a State Champion and Three-Time National Champion in amateur wrestling already!” – Tatanka

Born Christopher Chavis in Pembroke, North Carolina, Tatanka is a proud member of the Lumbee Tribe and debuted in the business in 1990 after training at Larry Sharpe’s Monster Factory. From there, he signed with WWE and entered the ring as an iconic Native American warrior. Known for a nearly two-year undefeated streak, he memorably feuded with high-profile names including Shawn Michaels, Lex Luger, and Bam Bam Bigelow. And while he remains connected to the company today through a Legends contract, Tatanka likely hopes his true legacy will live on via Joseph and Jeremiah.

Heather by Elegance is turning heads once again on social media with her stunning mirror selfies that command instant attention. The glamorous TNA Knockout confidently showcases her latest ring gear, radiating allure, poise, and undeniable beauty in every flawless photo. With a playful yet commanding tone, she also urges fans to stream the newest episode of Xplosion on TNA+, or face the consequences. Her magnetic presence and striking good looks continue to solidify her status as one of wrestling’s most promising future stars.

Born Jaime Chambers in Denver, Colorado, the former Heather Reckless began her wrestling career after training at the renowned Black and Brave Wrestling Academy under the guidance of Seth Rollins and Marek Brave. From there, she quickly made waves on the independent scene, capturing titles such as the RPW Women’s Championship. Then in 2024, she signed with TNA, where she reinvented herself as Heather by Elegance as part of The Elegance Brand, going on to become a two-time TNA Knockouts World Tag Team Champion.

ECW legend D-Von Dudley has publicly urged AEW to sign Tommy Dreamer following his recent departure from TNA. Speaking on the Duke Loves Rasslin podcast, the tag team specialist praised Dreamer’s sharp wrestling mind and suggested he could be a valuable backstage asset, similar to Michael Hayes or Pat Patterson. D-Von encouraged Tony Khan to bring in Dreamer for his proven creative expertise, believing the veteran’s deep knowledge of the business would be a major asset to AEW.

“I think, you know, if Tony Khan is listening, Tommy Dreamer is definitely somebody that can be used in that aspect. He could be your Michael Hayes or your Pat Patterson, things like that, because Tommy’s very, very good. Again, I’m telling you, he has a great mind for this business.” – D-Von Dudley

Throughout his career, Tommy Dreamer has earned widespread respect for his impactful backstage contributions. In ECW, the Innovator of Violence assisted with creative and operations under Paul Heyman. In WWE, he worked as a producer and helped oversee developmental territories, including OVW, where he mentored rising talent. Most recently in TNA/Impact, Dreamer thrived in multiple roles, including producer, talent relations executive, and creative team member, helping shape the company’s television product until his departure in 2026.

Former WWE star Ridge Holland, now wrestling under his real name, Luke Menzies, has become the target of widespread online mockery after sharing an AI-generated promotional poster on X. The image featured a glaring error: a ring rope visibly passing straight through his leg, sparking sharp criticism and a flood of jokes from fans who slammed the low-effort design. While Menzies has recently expressed frustration over limited opportunities in the United States, many detractors used the visual blunder to question his current standing in the business.

38-year-old Menzies made a successful transition from professional rugby league in the UK to pro wrestling in 2016 before signing with WWE in 2018. After gaining experience in NXT, he joined the main roster as part of The Brawling Brutes alongside Sheamus and Pete Dunne, and appeared headed for a promising WWE career. However, fans turned on him after he accidentally broke Big E’s neck during a match. Though WWE attempted to give him a fresh start in NXT, the company controversially opted not to renew his contract while he was still recovering from injury, making even his biggest detractors feel some sympathy for him. 

AJ Styles’ son Avery Jones made a memorable professional wrestling debut in June 2026 at a Squared Circle Action event in Royston, Georgia. The young talent respectfully paid homage to his legendary father by hitting his father’s signature moves, including the flying forearm smash. Fans in attendance noted Avery’s composure and natural in-ring instincts during his first match, which has already generated tremendous excitement about his future in the industry.

A select group of second- and third-generation wrestlers with WWE Hall of Fame pedigrees has risen to become major stars in their own right. Charlotte Flair, daughter of Ric Flair, has established herself as a dominant multi-time Women’s Champion and one of the leading figures in the division. Randy Orton, son of “Cowboy” Bob Orton, enjoyed a storied career highlighted by multiple World Championships and unforgettable rivalries. These talents are proof that wrestlers can overcome the heavy burden of their famous last names to forge their own Hall of Fame-caliber legacies, a powerful testament to the enduring strength of wrestling bloodlines.

WWE could be poised to expand its dominant Bloodline faction with the anticipated signing of 26-year-old Zilla Fatu. According to Fightful Select, the son of the late Umaga recently visited the WWE Performance Center for onboarding, signaling that a deal is imminent or already finalized. As a rising star on the independent scene, Fatu could soon join his cousins Roman Reigns, Jacob Fatu, Jimmy Uso, Jey Uso, and Solo Sikoa, further strengthening the Anoaʻi family’s powerful presence in the company.

“Fightful Select has learned that WWE’s current plan is to sign Zilla Fatu, if he hasn’t been signed already. Zilla was at the WWE Performance Center recently, and was going through some processes to prepare for the signing.” – Fightful Select

26-year-old Zilla Fatu, whose real name is Isayah Fatu,  made his professional wrestling debut in July 2023 and quickly made waves on the independent circuit, particularly with House of Glory and Booker T’s Reality of Wrestling. He has also impressed in Game Changer Wrestling with a hard-hitting style that pays tribute to his legendary family bloodline, leaving fans wondering whether he can eventually surpass his father’s success in WWE.

Former WCW star Missy Hyatt revealed she was involved in a serious car accident on June 2. The wrestling legend shared the emotional update on Instagram, disclosing that she will soon undergo surgery and currently has no one to care for her during recovery. Hyatt stressed that the crash was not her fault and confirmed she had not been drinking. The news has sparked concern among fans for the trailblazing veteran.

“I’m gonna turn off the comments on this post. I just wanna update some people. I usually do not share this kind of stuff … I was in a bad car accident on June 2 and I’m gonna be needing surgery soon. Some people will send their condolences. Other people will laugh and make fun of me. It wasn’t my fault I had not been drinking I do not drink, but I have nobody to take care of me afterwards and I doubt I will find anyone between now and then I’m not sure when surgery is.” – Missy Hyatt

Born Melissa Ann Hiatt, Missy Hyatt is a true pioneer in professional wrestling. Debuting in 1985 with World Class Championship Wrestling as the glamorous manager of John Tatum, she quickly gained fame for her fiery personality and intense rivalries. Later, she would secure the first guaranteed contract for a woman in the UWF, have a brief WWF run, and become a major star in WCW, managing the Steiner Brothers and Rick Rude while also serving as a commentator. She continued working in ECW and on the independents, cementing her legacy as the original “First Lady of Wrestling.” 

Joe Doering, the powerful professional wrestler known for his standout work in TNA and All Japan Pro Wrestling, has tragically passed away at the age of 44 following a nearly decade-long battle with brain cancer. According to Maple Leaf Pro Wrestling, he died peacefully at 9:13 a.m., surrounded by loved ones, with it known he recently entered hospice care. First diagnosed in 2016, Doering endured multiple surgeries and persistent challenges, including ataxia and mobility issues, yet he faced every obstacle with remarkable determination and positivity.

“At 9:13 a.m. today, June 26, our brother Joe Doering passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family. Though his time on this earth lasted only 44 years, Joe packed a thousand years’ worth of living into every one of them.” – Maple Leaf Pro Wrestling

Doering enjoyed an impressive, almost two-decade-long professional wrestling career marked by dominance in All Japan Pro Wrestling and a memorable run in TNA/Impact Wrestling. He debuted in 2004, joined AJPW in 2007 as a top gaijin, and captured the Triple Crown Heavyweight Championship twice in addition to winning four AJPW Unified World Tag Team Championships alongside partners like Keiji Mutoh. He also excelled in the United States as a key member of TNA’s Violent By Design stable with Eric Young, securing the Impact World Tag Team titles twice.

In a cringeworthy viral video, WWE’s Tiffany Stratton embarrassed herself by failing to recognize several WWE Legends, even awkwardly spelling out “S G T Slaughter,” leaving the current WWE Women’s United States Champion open to widespread online mockery as the clip spread rapidly. And now the WWE Hall of Famer has fired back on X.com, saying he tuned in to one of her matches but turned it off after just 30 seconds, even pretending to forget her name entirely.

Sgt. Slaughter was one of professional wrestling’s most dominant and recognizable superstars of the 1980s and early ’90s. His larger-than-life drill sergeant character commanded attention and saw him rise to fame as a top babyface before delivering one of the era’s most shocking heel turns, capturing the WWF World Championship at the 1991 Royal Rumble, and headlining WrestleMania VII against Hulk Hogan. Additionally, he became a pop culture icon through the G.I. Joe franchise, so while it’s understandable that Stratton may not know every WWE legend, failing to recognize Sgt. Slaughter highlights a noticeable gap in her knowledge of the company’s history.

Adam Copeland has firmly shut down persistent rumors of real-life tension with Ricky Saints following their heated October 2023 promo segment on AEW Collision. In a recent interview with SHAK Wrestling, the former WWE star explained that the fiery exchange, where he called out Saints (then known as Starks) for mimicking The Rock and received a sharp rebuttal in return, was nothing more than standard in-ring banter, similar to countless Attitude Era moments. Copeland stressed that both men moved on immediately, with zero backstage issues, suggesting fans look for drama where none exists.

“We got out there. He started, you know, cutting a promo on me, and I was like, well, I’m not in an angle with him, okay? And that was it. It’s just like a thousand promos in the Attitude Era, you know. By the next day, it’s like, okay, now what do we got? Like, I don’t care. I’m sure Ricky doesn’t. I don’t care.” – Adam Copeland

Since making his surprise AEW debut at WrestleDream in October 2023, Copeland has enjoyed one of the most fulfilling runs of his legendary career. Competing under his real name, he has captured the TNT Championship twice in brutal matches and delivered memorable rivalries against Christian Cage, Jon Moxley, and Aleister Black. Praised for elevating midcard storytelling through his veteran presence, intense promos, and hard-hitting action, Copeland’s AEW tenure continues to showcase his deep passion for wrestling as he enters the twilight of his iconic in-ring career.

JCW’s Jasmin St. Claire has fiercely addressed younger female wrestlers who attempted to undermine her credibility by weaponizing her past in adult entertainment. In a no-holds-barred interview with Wrestling with Heart, the veteran emphasized that her time in the adult industry was relatively short, while her professional achievements and dedication to wrestling span far longer. Trained by the legendary Mando Guerrero, St. Claire expressed her deep passion for the business, which began with her breakout opportunity in ECW,  and made it clear she will not allow critics to diminish her hard-earned accomplishments.

“A lot of the time when I got bullied by these younger girls, I wouldn’t even say bullied cuz they’re so stupid. You know, they want to try to hold that on me. Oh, you shouldn’t be in the business. Well, actually, I was trained by Mando Guerrero, and I was doing this for a long time … Actually, I always wanted to work in the business, but this opportunity came to me in the form of ECW because they were friends with that guy I worked for who had some other backyard company, and so ECW was where I worked first.” – Jasmin St. Claire

Born Rhea De Vlugt, Jasmin St. Claire entered the adult film world in the mid-1990s after working as a topless dancer in Manhattan. Active in the mid-to-late ’90s, she appeared in roughly three dozen films and became known for extreme scenes, most notably World’s Biggest G*ng B*ng 2 in 1996. She later described the project as one of the industry’s biggest cons due to inflated claims. She retired from adult films around 1999–2000 to focus on professional wrestling full-time, she was ultimately inducted into the AVN Hall of Fame in 2011.

Former AEW wrestler Abadon has lit up social media with two stunning summer photos that have instantly captured fans’ attention. The self-proclaimed “Living Dead Girl” shared glamorous shots of themself wearing a bold, revealing black cut-out dress, complemented by striking gothic makeup, intricate tattoos, and radiant outdoor lighting. The post, captioned with sun emojis, received widespread admiration and positive reactions from supporters of the non-binary performer.

Abadon rose as one of AEW’s most distinctive and memorable talents between 2020 and 2025. They debuted with a chilling horror-inspired persona and quickly earned a full-time contract after dominant performances on Dynamite. Known for their intimidating presence, hard-hitting offense, and unforgettable visuals, Abadon challenged Hikaru Shida for the AEW Women’s World Championship and later faced Julia Hart for the TBS Title. Despite dealing with injuries and television absences, they built a loyal cult following and established themselves as a truly unique force in AEW’s women’s division before returning to the independent circuit.