Backstage News on Tonight’s Mae Young Classic Tapings
According to PWInsider, WWE Hall of Famer Beth Phoenix is in town to watch tonight’s Mae Young Classic at Full Sail University. Other guests are expected to be in attendance for the matches as well. Regarding Alundra Blayze, aka Madusa, calling the show with fellow WWE Hall of Famers Jim Ross and Lita, word is that she will likely be doing interviews with talents at the tapings. PWInsider adds that there will be around 40 talents brought in for the 32-competitor tournament, including potential alternates.
WWE Stars and Sasha Banks Hype the Tournament
WWE stars, including, Sasha Banks, have been hyping tonight’s tournament as seen below:
The Boss @SashaBanksWWE sends her support to the women competing in the #MaeYoungClassic! pic.twitter.com/0mvoQk9nUw
— WWE Australia (@WWEAustralia) July 13, 2017
Good luck to the ladies making history tonight in the #MaeYoungClassic! Today is the day they change the game!!!
— Ruby Riot (@RubyRiotWWE) July 13, 2017
As a performer you can only hope for a platform to show the world what you can do. Tonight, 32 women will have that chance. #MaeYoungClassic
— John Cena (@JohnCena) July 13, 2017
The weight of a legacy isn’t a burden, it’s a privilege. This is your time, ladies. Do it with Flair. #MaeYoungClassic
— Charlotte Flair (@MsCharlotteWWE) July 13, 2017
What a time to be a lady wrestler. So excited for the #MaeYoungClassic and all of the women involved. Time to make history!
— MS Money in the BANK (@CarmellaWWE) July 13, 2017
I hope everyone realizes how important/special/extremely cool tonight is. So excited to be a fan for the night. #MaeYoungClassic
— Bayley (@itsBayleyWWE) July 13, 2017
The @WWENXT arena was where my @WWE career started. Excited for each of these women to show what they’re made of. #MaeYoungClassic
— Alexa Bliss (@AlexaBliss_WWE) July 13, 2017
John Cena “We Are America” Video
The Ad Council’s “We Are America” Love Has No Labels PSA featuring John Cena has been nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award in the category of Outstanding Commercial. The PSA, which is part of the Ad Council’s Love Has No Labels campaign, furthers the campaign message of acceptance of all communities regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age and ability:
More information on the PSA: http://www.wwe.com/article/john-cena-we-are-america-tweet
More information on the Love Has No Labels campaign: http://lovehasnolabels.com/
Nick was born and raised in Detroit, Michigan, and lived there until the age of 18, when he decided to pack his flack jacket and move to New York City.
