Dave Bautista recently spoke to The LAW: Live Audio Wrestling while promoting Guardians of the Galaxy. The full interview is available at this link, here are a couple of highlights:
Programs when he comes back to WWE:
“I still want to go back to WrestleMania with Triple H. To me Triple H is as good as it gets, he’s the best there is. I would really love that retirement match with Triple H. I also have a really close friend, Thaddeus Bullard, who is Titus O’Neil and he’s actually a really close friend. I think there is a lot that remains to be seen from him and I don’t think they’re doing him justice, they aren’t really using him to his full ability and I’d love to be that guy that kind of brings him up to the next level, so if I could accomplish that, that would be great.”
Pay structure for talent with WWE Network:
“From the talent’s perspective, that’s a tough question because I could put myself in a politically incorrect spot. As of this moment with the WWE Network losing money, I don’t think the talent is benefiting the way they should, and rightfully should be.”
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WWE announced the following:
Dean Ambrose to star in WWE Studios and Lionsgate’s ‘Lockdown’
SANTA MONICA, CA, and STAMFORD, Conn. – Lionsgate, the premier next generation global content leader, and WWE Studios announced the second film in their “Action Six-Pack” deal which extends the long standing partnership between the two companies and serves as starring vehicles for WWE Superstars as well as incubators for new and emerging talent.
Directed by Stephen Reynolds (“Tomb Raider Ascension”) and featuring WWE Superstar Dean Ambrose, “Lockdown” is the second installment of the “Action Six-Pack” series to follow the recently wrapped “Vendetta.” The film was written by Nathan Brooks and Bobby Lee Darby (“See No Evil 2”) and is set to commence principal photography this August. WWE Studios will leverage its extensive multi-platform reach to promote the film.
“Lockdown” follows a police officer who returns to duty after recovering from a gun shot wound to discover incriminating evidence of illegal activities against those closest to him. He quickly finds himself trapped inside his own precinct, hunted and in search of the truth, as the crooked cops stop at nothing to recover the evidence.
“As the second installment to the ‘Action Six-Pack’ series, “Lockdown” will continue to energize and excite with the high level of adrenaline our fans have come to expect from our films,” said Michael Luisi, WWE Studios President.
“The latest installment in our ‘Six-Pack’ has it all: powerful suspense, nonstop action and a brand name WWE Superstar,” said Lionsgate Co-Chief Operating Officer and Motion Picture Group President Steve Beeks. “We’re proud to continue our long-standing partnership with WWE Studios, whose prowess in marketing to their global fanbase delivers a consistent track record of commercial success.”
WWE Studios and Lionsgate previously collaborated on “The Condemned” and “See No Evil,” as well as the upcoming 2014 releases “Leprechaun: Origins,” “See No Evil 2” and “Vendetta.” Bradley Buchanan, SVP of Business Affairs, negotiated the deal on behalf of WWE Studios and Wendy Jaffe, EVP of Business & Legal Affairs, negotiated the deal on behalf of Lionsgate.
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As noted, WWE added their new logos to company headquarters in Stamford, CT this afternoon. Vince McMahon tweeted the following:
Vince Tweeted: Raising the new official @WWE logo. #ThenNowForever #WWENetwork #9.99
WWE also announced the following:
STAMFORD, Conn. – WWE today announced it has officially changed its corporate logo to convey a more contemporary, bold and powerful image while maintaining the iconic “W,” which has been a part of the company’s long-storied history. The logo, originally designed for WWE Network, will become the beacon of sports-entertainment and will represent the brand as it continues to bring together a passionate, diverse and global fanbase with a unique blend of live action, excitement and drama.
“We are excited to launch a new logo that reflects the evolution and future of WWE’s global brand,” said Chief Brand Officer Stephanie McMahon. “While we usher in a new iconic brand identity, WWE’s best-in-class entertainment, which has stood the test of time for the past 50 years, will continue to reward our fans’ passion with our exciting blend of unique characters, incredible athleticism and engaging storylines.”
The new logo was unveiled on Twitter today by Vince McMahon, Chairman & Chief Executive Officer, WWE, at the company’s headquarters in Stamford, Conn. Fans will begin to see it during SummerSlam, this Sunday, August 17, live on WWE Network and pay-per-view as the logo is rolled out across all platforms including live and televised entertainment, consumer products, digital media and WWE Studios.
