WCW Nitro rumors, news

WCW Nitro news, rumors

  • • Leighty’s Retro Review: WCW Monday Nitro 1.27.97
    Robert Leighty looks back at the January 27th, 1997 episode of WCW Nitro featuring The Giant vs. Hulk Hogan and more. The post Leighty’s Retro Review: WCW Monday Nitro 1.27.97 appeared first on 411MANIA | Wrestling News, WWE & AEW Results....2026
  • • Leighty’s Retro Review: WCW Monday Nitro 1.6.97
    Robert Leighty looks back at the January 6th, 1997 episode of WCW Nitro featuring The Giant and more in his latest retro review. The post Leighty’s Retro Review: WCW Monday Nitro 1.6.97 appeared first on 411MANIA | Wrestling News, WWE & AEW Results....2026
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  • • Leighty’s Retro Review: WCW Monday Nitro 12.30.96
    Robert Leighty looks back at the December 30th, 1996 episode of WCW Nitro featuring Roddy Piper, Hulk Hogan, and more. The post Leighty’s Retro Review: WCW Monday Nitro 12.30.96 appeared first on 411MANIA | Wrestling News, WWE & AEW Results....2026
  • • Leighty’s Retro Review: WCW Monday Nitro: 12.23.96
    Robert Leighty looks back at the December 23rd, 1996 episode of WCW Nitro featuring Eddie Guerrero and more in his latest retro review. The post Leighty’s Retro Review: WCW Monday Nitro: 12.23.96 appeared first on 411MANIA | Wrestling News, WWE & AEW Results....2026
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  • • 30 YRS AGO – Keller’s WCW Main Event Report (4/7/1996): With Nitro preempted, a review of WCW’s C-show featuring DDP breaking an amateur’s camera, plus a listless Heenan and Okerlund
    The following report originally published 30 years ago this week in the Pro Wrestling Torch Newsletter paper copy… KELLER’S WCW NITRO REPORT APRIL 7, 1996 ORIGINALLY PUBLISHED IN THE PRO WRESTLING TORCH NEWSLETTER (ISSUE #383) [...]...2026
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  • • 30 YRS AGO – Keller’s WCW Nitro Report (3/25/1996): The episode where Elizabeth handed out money to fans that she got in divorce from Randy Savage
    The following report originally published 30 years ago this week in the Pro Wrestling Torch Newsletter paper copy… KELLER’S WCW NITRO REPORT MARCH 25, 1996 ORIGINALLY PUBLISHED IN THE PRO WRESTLING TORCH NEWSLETTER (ISSUE #381) [...]...2026
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  • Even after everything, thank you, Hulk Hogan
    • Even after everything, thank you, Hulk Hogan
    WWE.com A heartfelt and complicated tribute to Hulk Hogan, a wrestling icon who served as the backdrop to a lifetime of memories. Andre the Giant was on the verge of completely ruining what was becoming a somber afternoon at the Gomez household. It was March 29, 1987 — WrestleMania III. Hours earlier, Rowdy Roddy Piper, the man who drew me into wrestling and who had been my favorite wrestl...2025
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  • Dynamite recap & reactions: Samoa Joe is king on historic night
    • Dynamite recap & reactions: Samoa Joe is king on historic night
    Ryan Loco for All Elite Wrestling Break down the entire record-setting Spring BreakThru episode with us here! AEW Dynamite (April 16, 2025) emanated from MGM Music Hall at Fenway in Boston MA. The show featured Samoa Joe choking out Jon Moxley to win the trios titles, Mercedes Moné besting Athena in a dream match, the surprise debut of Josh Alexander, and more on a historic evening for the...2025
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WCW Nitro lifestyle

  • • Even after everything, thank you, Hulk Hogan
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Timeline

  • 2026
    "Looking back on the January 1999 WCW Nitro segment that reunited the nWo in the most anticlimactic way possible, the longtime commentator made it clear that the angle still frustrates him decades […] The post Tony Schiavone Rips WCW’s Most Infamous Moment as a Creative Disaster appeared first on Wrestling Headlines."

  • 2025
    "The April 16, 2025 episode of AEW Dynamite was a historic episode for a big reason as it marked Dynamite officially surpassing WCW Nitro in terms of episodes."

  • 2024
    "Scott Steiner has a hatred for Ric Flair that goes back decades, even way before Big Poppa Pump's infamous WCW Nitro promo against the Nature Boy."

  • 2023
    "Less than half a decade after she trashed the WWE Women's Championship on WCW Nitro, Trish Stratus would make her WWE debut and go on to define women's wrestling for the next generation."

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WCW Nitro trade rumors, contract, salary rumors

  • • WWE YOUTUBE VIDEO REVIEW: Is it worth your time to watch the latest Bill Goldberg video compilation
    Bill Goldberg is one of the most well-known wrestlers who wrestled in the WCW Nitro era prior to the company’s closure in 2001. His infamous (and embellished) 173 match win streak from 1997 to 1998 [...]...2025
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  • Tony Khan, Eric Bischoff & MJF react as Dynamite breaks a Nitro record
    • Tony Khan, Eric Bischoff & MJF react as Dynamite breaks a Nitro record
    Impact’s YouTube As AEW’s show passes WCW’s to become the longest-running weekly primetime wrestling show in Turner Sports history, the men in charge have slightly different takes on the accomplishment... and a noted scumbag makes it about himself. With its Spring BreakThru episode tonight (April 16), AEW Dynamite officially passes WCW Nitro as the longest-running weekly primetime wrestlin...2025
  • • Lex Luger: I Heard A Rumor That Linda McMahon Was Angrier About Me Going To WCW Than Vince McMahon Was
    Lex Luger fired the first shot in the Monday Night Wars when he jumped from WWE to WCW, appearing at the end of the premiere episode of WCW Nitro. Luger's contract with WWE had expired, though he was trying to work things out on a handshake deal. "If I stayed there, and Vince [McMahon] and I were trying to work it out. When I went to Nitro, that was a last minute thing between Sting and Eric Bisc...2025
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  • • Eric Bischoff Was Reluctant To Give TNA Spoiler During MLW One Shot
    Eric Bischoff was reluctant to pull out some of his old tricks at MLW One Shot. Eric Bischoff appeared at MLW One Shot 2024. Much of the event was a tribute to the many things attributed to Eric in pro wrestling, both on and off-screen. During the show, Eric revealed on commentary that Matt Hardy and Jeff Hardy would win their match on TNA iMPACT!, which was occurring at the same time as the MLW ...2024
  • A brick to the face? C’mon, man
    • A brick to the face? C’mon, man
    WWE Jaida Parker hit Lola Vice in the face with a brick. For a two-count. Make it make sense. As a wrestling fan for nearly 40 years, I sometimes struggle to enjoy today’s product compared to the past. I remember watching countless episodes of Monday Night Raw, WCW Nitro, pay-per-views, and other wrestling programming where matches didn’t rely on the constant use of weapons, and fans left ...2024
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  • Lex Luger Shares The Origin Of His Infamous Big White Shirt From WCW Nitro
    • Lex Luger Shares The Origin Of His Infamous Big White Shirt From WCW Nitro
    Lex Luger had a memorable debut on WCW Nitro for multiple reasons. One of the most infamous segments that the wrestling legend was part of was the fact that he helped kick-start the Monday Night Wars between WWE and WCW. Luger had been working for WWE in 1995, but his contract expired after SummerSlam. Luger […] The post Lex Luger Shares The Origin Of His Infamous Big White Shirt From WCW Ni...2023
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  • • Lex Luger Says He's Still Under Contract As An Ambassador For WWE, Enjoys Watching WWE And AEW
    Lex Luger confirms his contract status with WWE and discusses his current enjoyment of professional wrestling. Lex Luger, in the '80s and '90s, was one of the top draws for WWE and WCW. His defection from WWE on the first episode of WCW Nitro set the tone for the Monday Night War and is still a moment that is talked about frequently today. Lex Luger is the latest wrestling legend to join the AdF...2023
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  • • Will WWE be able to regain the momentum lost after WrestleMania?
    WWE.com Do you happen to remember the closing moments of Super Bowl XLIX? Down 28-24 to the New England Patriots, the Seattle Seahawks had the ball at the goal line with 26 seconds remaining in the game. All they had to do was hand it off to their stud running back Marshawn Lynch and they would have left Arizona with their second consecutive World Championship. Instead, the Seahawks decid...2023
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WCW Nitro stats and results

  • Hulk Hogan & Ric Flair vs. Lex Luger & Sting (and other Dream Matches!)
    • Hulk Hogan & Ric Flair vs. Lex Luger & Sting (and other Dream Matches!)
    Welcome back to more Dream Matches! This week, I have a REAL dream match for you… it’s the WCW Special- an “on paper” dream match that totally sucks and disappoints! It’s Hulk Hogan and Ric Flair, who of the all-time legends, versus “would-be” legends Lex Luger and Sting! Except it’s WCW Nitro in late 1999, […]...2026
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  • • Dynamite recap & reactions: Samoa Joe is king on historic night
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  • • Tony Khan Could See AEW Expanding To Ten PPVs Per Year, But Thinks Nine Is 'A Great Number'
    As it currently stands, AEW has nine pay-per-views per year, expanding from their original four when the company first launched. Tony Khan is happy with that number, but could potentially add one more. Tony Maglio of The Hollywood Reporter published a new report on AEW Dynamite surpassing WCW Nitro in the number of episodes, and included comments from Tony regarding the number of PPVs per year. ...2025
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  • Sting descends from the rafters one last time on his final Dynamite
    • Sting descends from the rafters one last time on his final Dynamite
    TBS The Young Bucks were busy on the Feb. 28 Dynamite, making AEW employees’ lives difficult with their newfound commitment to being EVPs... and looking for Sting ahead of their Tag title match on Sunday at Revolution. Matthew & Nicholas Jackson have arrived, and the EVP's have a message for Sting on his final #AEW Dynamite appearance.Watch #AEWDynamite LIVE on TBS!@youngbucks pic.twitte...2024
  • How A WCW Stunt Almost Killed The Icon Sting, Explained
    • How A WCW Stunt Almost Killed The Icon Sting, Explained
    Sting rappelling from the rafters was a normal sight on WCW Nitro during the NWO days, but the very first time nearly resulted in tragedy....2023
  • • F1RST Wrestling Returning To Mall Of America With Saturday Night Nitro Event On 9/9
    Wrestling is returning to the Mall of America. F1RST Wrestling announced that the promotion and Pepsi will present the Saturday Night Nitro at the Mall of America on September 9, 2023. This will mark the second year in a row that F1RST has held an event there. -- BREAKING: F1RST Wrestling returns to the Mall of America!@f1rstwrestling & @Pepsi Present -- #SaturdayNightNitro --@mallofamerica Septe...2023
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  • • Will WWE be able to regain the momentum lost after WrestleMania?
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  • Vince McMahon’s Reaction to Lex Luger’s WCW Nitro Debut Left WWE Shocked
    • Vince McMahon’s Reaction to Lex Luger’s WCW Nitro Debut Left WWE Shocked
    Lex Luger’s shocking appearance on the very first episode of WCW Nitro in 1995 is often remembered as one of the most surprising moments in wrestling history. According to former ......2026
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  • • Tony Schiavone Rips WCW’s Most Infamous Moment as a Creative Disaster
    Few moments symbolize WCW’s collapse more than the infamous “Fingerpoke of Doom,” and Tony Schiavone has never hidden how he feels about it. Looking back on the January 1999 WCW Nitro segment that reunited the nWo in the most anticlimactic way possible, the longtime commentator made it clear that the angle still frustrates him decades […] The post Tony Schiavone Rips WCW’s Most Infamous Mome...2026
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  • • Even after everything, thank you, Hulk Hogan
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  • • Eric Bischoff Believes A Movie About The First WCW Nitro And Its Lasting Impact Could Work
    Eric Bischoff discusses moments from his time as WCW president that he would like to see adapted into a movie, similar to A24's "Saturday Night." For those who are unfamiliar, the movie is based on a semi-fictional adaptation of the first episode of NBC's Saturday Night Live. It includes some key moments from the early history of Saturday Night Live. During a recent episode of the 83 Weeks podcas...2025
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  • • Ric Flair, Arn Anderson, Adam Pearce, More Pay Tribute To Steve 'Mongo' McMichael
    The wrestling world sadly lost Steve "Mongo" McMichael on Wednesday. He was 67. "Mongo" was a former WCW Nitro announcer who eventually got in the ring, becoming a member of The Four Horsemen and winning the WCW United States Title. He was diagnosed with ALS in 2021. The wrestling world came together to honor "Mongo" following his passing. The World Just Lost The Incredible Steve “Mongo” McMic...2025
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  • • Dynamite recap & reactions: Samoa Joe is king on historic night
    2025
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  • MJF Comments On AEW Dynamite Passing WCW Nitro As Only He Can
    • MJF Comments On AEW Dynamite Passing WCW Nitro As Only He Can
    MJF speaks on All Elite Wrestling’s big accomplishment of surpassing WCW Nitro ahead of tonight’s episode of AEW Dynamite. This evening, AEW Dynamite will surpass WCW Nitro as the longest-running primetime wrestling show on TNT and TBS. Many wrestlers and fans are taking a moment to celebrate this accomplishment, including former AEW World Champion MJF. […] The post MJF Comments ...2025
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  • • Tony Khan, Eric Bischoff & MJF react as Dynamite breaks a Nitro record
    2025
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  • • Lex Luger: I Heard A Rumor That Linda McMahon Was Angrier About Me Going To WCW Than Vince McMahon Was
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  • • WWE's Best Moments Of October, Karrion Kross 'Finds' Miz, Leyla Hirsch Says 'Hey!'
    Here's your fight size update for Sunday, November 3, 2024. - WWE has posted a new YouTube video chronicling their best moments of October 2024. Check it out embedded above. - After looking for him to make him pay a price, Karrion Kross has found The Miz...'s action figure, I found Miz. Took a few days but I never gave up. Everybody calm down.#MizterySolved pic.twitter.com/IYOCtF3hik — Karrion...2024
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Top WCW Nitro news

  • Scott Steiner & Ric Flair's Real Life Heat
    • Scott Steiner & Ric Flair's Real Life Heat
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  • • Alundra Blayze (Madusa): Trish Stratus Set The Women Back After All The Work I Did
    Alundra Blayze has a message for Trish Stratus from one Hall of Famer to another. Alundra Blayze, also known as Madusa, was one of the definitive women's wrestlers of her era. Less than half a decade after she trashed the WWE Women's Championship on WCW Nitro, Trish Stratus would make her WWE debut and go on to define women's wrestling for the next generation. Currently, Trish stratus has returned...2023
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  • • Lex Luger Says He's Still Under Contract As An Ambassador For WWE, Enjoys Watching WWE And AEW
    2023
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  • • Lex Luger Shares The Origin Of His Infamous Big White Shirt From WCW Nitro
    2023
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  • • Tony Khan Says He Respects Eric Bischoff's Accomplishments, 'He Just Has A Podcast Largely Devoted To Taking Shots At Us'
    Tony Khan explains his side of things in regards to Eric Bischoff. Eric Bischoff has crafted multiple tweets and spent multiple minutes on his podcast giving his thoughts on Tony Khan and AEW. Not all of his opinions are kind towards Khan and AEW, as he's implied Khan is a clown and called him a money mark. Appearing on K&C Masterpiece, Tony Khan was asked why he doesn't get along with Bischoff....2024
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  • • Will WWE be able to regain the momentum lost after WrestleMania?
    2023
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  • • Eric Bischoff Calls Out AEW For Ripping Off WCW Nitro Logo With Collision
    AEW revealed their new Collision logo, and plenty of fans were very intrigued by the company’s decision to pay direct homage to WCW Nitro. The color scheme and layout of ......2023
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  • Footage Captures Tony Khan’s Wild Celebration After AEW Dynamite Surpasses WCW Nitro
    • Footage Captures Tony Khan’s Wild Celebration After AEW Dynamite Surpasses WCW Nitro
    The April 16, 2025 episode of AEW Dynamite was a historic episode for a big reason as it marked Dynamite officially surpassing WCW Nitro in terms of episodes. Following the conclusion ......2025
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  • • Even after everything, thank you, Hulk Hogan
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  • • Dynamite recap & reactions: Samoa Joe is king on historic night
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  • • A brick to the face? C’mon, man
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  • • Fans Want To See The Beast Mortos vs. Costco Guy AJ, WWE Raw Highlights, More | Fight Size
    Here's your fight size update for Tuesday, October 1, 2024. - The idea of The Beast Mortos vs. Costco Guy AJ is picking up big traction on social media: PLEASE https://t.co/1KPUXMdMWe pic.twitter.com/cCJTeXu30e — janos ---- (GFX COMMISSIONS OPEN) (@janosgfx) September 30, 2024 - Top 10 Monday Night Raw moments: WWE Top 10, Sept. 30, 2024: - A new Fanatics Funko POP! will be released on WWEShop....2024
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  • The Bucks ‘bathe in the tears of yesterday’s broke wrestling personalities’
    • The Bucks ‘bathe in the tears of yesterday’s broke wrestling personalities’
    AEW’s YouTube Matthew & Nicholas Jackson also say they’re having fun for the first time in a long time as they embrace their new heel EVP personas. If you’re enjoying The Young Bucks’ new gimmick on AEW television, or if you’re among those that can’t stand the Jackson boys and need new material to fuel your hate — we recommend checking out their new interview with SI.com. Matt & Nick Matth...2024
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  • Steve McMichael is hospitalized, and his family is asking for your prayers
    • Steve McMichael is hospitalized, and his family is asking for your prayers
    WCW Nitro Former WCW wrestler Steve McMichael has been hospitalized tonight with suspected pneumonia, and his family is asking for your prayers. Here’s the family message that was sent to inform everyone on his current health situation: This was just sent to me by Steve McMichael’s longtime publicist. Praying for Mongo’s comfort. @nbcchicago pic.twitter.com/86gvQ4RqmM— Mike Berman (@Mik...2024
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  • • Sting: I Wanted To Finish Earlier, Maybe December; With Ric Flair Here, I Want To Go To AEW Revolution
    Sting comments on Ric Flair joining him in AEW. Sting announced that he would have his last match at AEW Revolution, which typically takes place at the beginning of March. Sting won't be alone in his journey as Ric Flair, who was presented as Sting's gift on last Wednesday's AEW Dynamite, will be beside him. Speaking to Justin Barrasso of Sports Illustrated, Sting commented on Flair joining him ...2023
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  • • Arn Anderson Feels He Missed Out On Being In Video Games, Is Thrilled To Be In 'Ultra Pro Wrestling'
    Arn Anderson talks about being included as DLC in 'Ultra Pro Wrestling.' Arn Anderson officially retired from action in 1997 and as such, was never featured too heavily in wrestling video games. He has been featured as a legend in a few WWE games and was an unlockable character in WCW Nitro, but Arn Anderson still feels like he missed out on being part of video games and that fans missed out on ha...2023
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  • • On Location Helping WWE Memories Live Forever For Families
    The Capitol Center, longtime home of the NBA’s Bullets/Wizards and the NHL’s Capitals, was demolished in 2002, a year before I graduated high school. Until my mid 20’s, it was the only venue where I’d ever experienced professional wrestling. In the early 1990’s, it was one of the popular stops for the former World Wrestling Federation. My parents had just divorced, and for a single Air Force Airme...2023

WCW Nitro rumors, scandals

  • • Vince McMahon’s Reaction to Lex Luger’s WCW Nitro Debut Left WWE Shocked
    2026
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  • • Vince McMahon: When I Heard WCW Nitro Was Going Head-To-Head With WWE Raw, I Thought It Would Put Us Out Of Business
    In September 1995, WCW launched WCW Nitro on Monday nights, a weekly television program that went head-to-head with WWE Raw. The launch of WCW Nitro kicked off the famed Monday Night Wars. Speaking on "Mr. McMahon," Vince McMahon gave his reaction to the launch of Nitro. "As soon I heard they were going to go head-to-head, that was like, 'Oooh, oh. We're in trouble. I don't know what's gonna hap...2024
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  • • Will WWE be able to regain the momentum lost after WrestleMania?
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  • • Stacy Kiebler officially announced for WWE Hall of Fame
    WWE.com It’s been rumored for weeks, and with only days to go before the WWE Hall of Fame Ceremony this Friday (Mar. 31) in Los Angeles, PEOPLE got to make it official. Stacy Kiebler is a member of the Hall’s 2023 class along with Rey Mysterio, The Great Muta & Andy Kaufman. A fan who debuted as a WCW “Nitro Girl” in 1999 after winning a nationwide competition, Kiebler was predominantly a ...2023
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