World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) is an American media and entertainment company primarily known for professional wrestling. Vince McMahon founded the modern WWE in the 1980s, transforming what was once a regional business into a global phenomenon. Based in Stamford, Connecticut, WWE stands today as the largest and most influential wrestling organization in the world.
Initially operating under the name World Wrestling Federation (WWF), WWE rebranded in 2002 due to a legal dispute with the World Wildlife Fund. As a result, the company adopted the slogan “Get the F Out” and shifted toward a broader entertainment strategy.
WWE produces weekly television programs, including Raw, SmackDown, and NXT, which air globally. It also stages premium live events like WrestleMania, Royal Rumble, and SummerSlam, each drawing millions of viewers annually. Moreover, the company expanded into films, reality shows, and its own streaming platform, WWE Network, later integrated into Peacock in the United States.
Throughout its history, WWE launched the careers of major stars such as Hulk Hogan, The Rock, Stone Cold Steve Austin, John Cena, and Roman Reigns. It also acquired competitors like WCW and ECW, consolidating its dominance in the wrestling industry.
In 2023, WWE merged with UFC under the parent company TKO Group Holdings, marking a new era of business expansion and strategic partnerships. Despite facing criticisms and controversies over the years, WWE remains the industry leader, known for its large-scale productions, global reach, and ability to create cultural icons.
Today, WWE continues to shape the world of professional wrestling, setting the standard for storytelling, athletic performance, and entertainment innovation.
WWE Hall of Famer Kevin Nash asserts that CM Punk's recent promo work against LA Knight on Monday Night Raw demonstrated an ability to easily dismantle Knight's catchphrase-based character.
Michael Cole and Corey Graves are set to become the commentary team for both Raw and SmackDown, following a report from PWInsider Elite that Wade Barrett has been removed from his duties.
Following her return on SmackDown, AJ Lee is reportedly scheduled for Monday Night Raw to confirm a mixed tag team match against Seth Rollins and Becky Lynch for the upcoming WWE WrestlePalooza event.
WWE has officially announced a match between John Cena and Brock Lesnar for Wrestlepalooza. The bout will be their final encounter, carrying the stipulation "One last time."
WWE has officially set John Cena’s retirement match for Saturday Night’s Main Event in Washington, D.C. on December 13. The city reportedly secured the event by outbidding Boston with an offer exceeding $7 million.
Main roster stars Grayson Waller, Rusev, Raquel Rodriguez, and Roxanne Perez made appearances at the NXT live event in Spartanburg, South Carolina. The show featured four championship matches, including a main event for the NXT Title.
Saraya, formerly Paige in WWE, took to social media to celebrate the return of her former rival and partner, AJ Lee, calling her a "sister" after Lee's appearance on SmackDown.
Following her return to WWE, AJ Lee attacked Becky Lynch on SmackDown and left with the Women's Intercontinental Championship, staking her claim for the title after Lynch had slapped her husband, CM Punk.
Former WWE writer Vince Russo stated that U.S. Champion Sami Zayn appeared visibly rattled by the negative crowd reaction in Chicago, claiming Zayn began pandering to the fans during his opening segment with John Cena.
During his final match on WWE SmackDown against Sami Zayn, John Cena used the signature moves of several iconic rivals, later confirming a Spear was a direct tribute to Edge with a social media post.
Following AJ Lee's return to WWE on SmackDown, where she confronted Becky Lynch, her husband CM Punk shared a personal reaction to the moment on social media. This confirms Lee's first appearance in a decade.
John Cena wrestled his final SmackDown match against Sami Zayn, paying tribute to past rivals with their signature moves before Brock Lesnar's interference brought the bout to a stunning No Contest.
Following AJ Lee's shocking return to WWE on SmackDown, Naomi took to social media with a message of support, calling her "natural dynamite" after previously teasing a major reaction to the comeback.
After a decade away, AJ Lee is officially back in WWE. She made a shocking return on SmackDown to attack Becky Lynch, and Triple H later confirmed she has signed a new contract.
AJ Lee made her first WWE appearance in over 10 years on SmackDown, attacking Becky Lynch to aid her husband, CM Punk, after Lynch's interference at Clash in Paris escalated her rivalry with Seth Rollins.
During John Cena's United States Championship match against Sami Zayn in Chicago, commentator Michael Cole referenced Cena's first title win against Big Show, who is currently signed with AEW.
Following John Cena's use of CM Punk's 'Go to Sleep' finisher during his final SmackDown appearance, AEW wrestler Danhausen took to social media to humorously claim that Cena now owes him money.
Following her shocking return on SmackDown, new AJ Lee merchandise is now available on the official WWE Shop, including a t-shirt that calls back to her original "Love Bites" catchphrase from her first run.
WWE has finalized the six-match card for its upcoming WWE AAA Worlds Collide show in Las Vegas, adding five new bouts to the previously announced AAA Mega Championship main event.
After a ten-year absence, AJ Lee made a shocking return to WWE on SmackDown. She immediately targeted Becky Lynch following a confrontation between Lynch and CM Punk in the show's main event.
