Professional referee Brian Hebner could not help but express his distaste for Samantha Irvin’s announcement style at WrestleMania Xl. Many sports fans love Irvin and admire her work as a ring announcer, but as the old adage goes, she cannot please everyone.
Samantha Irvin via WWE Raw
Irvin received massive praise from the industry itself as well as from many viewers, so it was quite a puzzle why Hebner was not thrilled enough with her performance.
WWE’s Brian Hebner Slammed Samantha Irvin’s Delivery On Social Media
Samantha Irvin via Fox Sports
In a Twitter post, Brian Hebner wrote his heart’s content dissing Samantha Irvin’s voice, particularly the way she announced at The Show of Shows.
“The announcing is driving me insane!! I’m sure a nice and beautiful person. But her voice and trying to over due things is literally making me use my mute...
Samantha Irvin via WWE Raw
Irvin received massive praise from the industry itself as well as from many viewers, so it was quite a puzzle why Hebner was not thrilled enough with her performance.
WWE’s Brian Hebner Slammed Samantha Irvin’s Delivery On Social Media
Samantha Irvin via Fox Sports
In a Twitter post, Brian Hebner wrote his heart’s content dissing Samantha Irvin’s voice, particularly the way she announced at The Show of Shows.
“The announcing is driving me insane!! I’m sure a nice and beautiful person. But her voice and trying to over due things is literally making me use my mute...
- 4/9/2024
- by Ariane Cruz
- FandomWire
WWE fans from around the world tuned in on April 6th and 7th for the biggest event in the wrestling world. WrestleMania 40 which took place in Philadelphia, became one of the most-watched sporting events with many major players fighting it out in the ring for ultimate glory.
Dwayne Johnson made a return to WrestleMania 40 (image credit: Wikimedia Commons)
Among the marquee celebrities, Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson sent fans into raptures with his appearance after a long hiatus. The event also saw many athletes ending their reigns as champions. While some of the stars enjoyed a long run of success before giving up their titles, one WWE wrestler was only able to hold on to his title belt for a mere 5 minutes.
6 WWE Stars Who Lost Their Titles In WrestleMania 40 1. Roman Reigns
Roman Reigns is seen as one of the legends of WWE and rightly so. The wrestler has held on...
Dwayne Johnson made a return to WrestleMania 40 (image credit: Wikimedia Commons)
Among the marquee celebrities, Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson sent fans into raptures with his appearance after a long hiatus. The event also saw many athletes ending their reigns as champions. While some of the stars enjoyed a long run of success before giving up their titles, one WWE wrestler was only able to hold on to his title belt for a mere 5 minutes.
6 WWE Stars Who Lost Their Titles In WrestleMania 40 1. Roman Reigns
Roman Reigns is seen as one of the legends of WWE and rightly so. The wrestler has held on...
- 4/8/2024
- by Sharanya Sankar
- FandomWire
Fans have been excited over the heated rivalry between Roman Reigns and Cody Rhodes, which has been building up for a few days now. While there are other exciting moments anticipated at WrestleMania 40, it’s the clash between Reigns and Rhodes that really has fans on the edges of their seats.
The Rock, Roman Reigns, Seth Rollins and Cody Rhodes (Image via Wikimedia Commons)
This rivalry between the two professionals didn’t take months to brew like most rivalries do. Even though it had a shorter build-up, the intensity was through the roof. Fans couldn’t get enough of it, especially after Rhodes made his comeback and scored a big victory at the Rumble. And, all that hype definitely paid off in the end!
Cody Rhodes Become Undisputed WWE Universal Champion at WrestleMania 40 Cody Rhodes vs Roman Reigns at WrestleMania 40 (credits: WWE)
At the main event of WrestleMania 40 Night one,...
The Rock, Roman Reigns, Seth Rollins and Cody Rhodes (Image via Wikimedia Commons)
This rivalry between the two professionals didn’t take months to brew like most rivalries do. Even though it had a shorter build-up, the intensity was through the roof. Fans couldn’t get enough of it, especially after Rhodes made his comeback and scored a big victory at the Rumble. And, all that hype definitely paid off in the end!
Cody Rhodes Become Undisputed WWE Universal Champion at WrestleMania 40 Cody Rhodes vs Roman Reigns at WrestleMania 40 (credits: WWE)
At the main event of WrestleMania 40 Night one,...
- 4/8/2024
- by Shreya Jha
- FandomWire
The long-awaited moment happened on Night 2 of WrestleMania Xl as Cody Rhodes reigned supreme against the Bloodline to win the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship. Rhodes managed to win the title under circumstances that were against him. The American Nightmare finally finished his story that started with WrestleMania 39.
Cody Rhodes defeated Roman Reigns, becoming the new Undisputed WWE Universal Champion
The integral piece that was pivotal to Rhides’ big win was his alliance with Seth Rollins who in the past was a member of the Shield along with Roman Reigns. Their years-long feud led to Rollins siding with Rhodes leading up to WrestleMania Xl. After Rhodes’ win, fans now believe that Rollins was the architect behind it.
Seth Rollins May Have Been the Secret Sauce to Cody Rhodes’ WrestleMania Victory Before feuding, Roman Reigns and Seth Rollins were once part of The Shield
Cody Rhodes’ rivalry with the Bloodline was the...
Cody Rhodes defeated Roman Reigns, becoming the new Undisputed WWE Universal Champion
The integral piece that was pivotal to Rhides’ big win was his alliance with Seth Rollins who in the past was a member of the Shield along with Roman Reigns. Their years-long feud led to Rollins siding with Rhodes leading up to WrestleMania Xl. After Rhodes’ win, fans now believe that Rollins was the architect behind it.
Seth Rollins May Have Been the Secret Sauce to Cody Rhodes’ WrestleMania Victory Before feuding, Roman Reigns and Seth Rollins were once part of The Shield
Cody Rhodes’ rivalry with the Bloodline was the...
- 4/8/2024
- by Rahul Thokchom
- FandomWire
Cody Rhodes finally finished his story. Cody Rhodes defeated Roman Reigns in the main event of WWE WrestleMania 40 to win the undisputed Universal title.
Cody Rhodes reigned supreme and finished his story on Night 2 of WrestleMania Xl |Credit: WWE
Rhodes lost to Reigns in 2023 WrestleMania 39, but this won over Reigns, ending his run as world champion at 1,316 days.
Suggested“Aj Styles couldn’t kick out after one finisher”: WWE Fans Are Heartbroken With Disrespectful Outcome at WrestleMania 40 Night 2
The Tribal Chief was defeated in Rhodes’ hand, and now his era begins. Meanwhile, Triple H has some other plans for Roman Reigns.
Cody Rhodes Has Defeated Roman Reigns In The Main Event of WrestleMania 40
Following a roller-coaster Night 1 at the WrestleMania 40, the Night 2 saw some really intense matches. and all came to an end after Cody Rhodes finally finished his story, winning the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship from Roman Reigns on night two.
Cody Rhodes reigned supreme and finished his story on Night 2 of WrestleMania Xl |Credit: WWE
Rhodes lost to Reigns in 2023 WrestleMania 39, but this won over Reigns, ending his run as world champion at 1,316 days.
Suggested“Aj Styles couldn’t kick out after one finisher”: WWE Fans Are Heartbroken With Disrespectful Outcome at WrestleMania 40 Night 2
The Tribal Chief was defeated in Rhodes’ hand, and now his era begins. Meanwhile, Triple H has some other plans for Roman Reigns.
Cody Rhodes Has Defeated Roman Reigns In The Main Event of WrestleMania 40
Following a roller-coaster Night 1 at the WrestleMania 40, the Night 2 saw some really intense matches. and all came to an end after Cody Rhodes finally finished his story, winning the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship from Roman Reigns on night two.
- 4/8/2024
- by Prantik Prabal Roy
- FandomWire
The night of WrestleMania 40 day 2 shall always be remembered as Cody Rhodes finally finished the story against Roman Reigns. Pitted to have a face-off as per Bloodline rules, after losing the day 1 tag team match against Reigns and The Rock, Rhodes was almost expected to face trouble.
Cody Rhodes vs Roman Reigns | image: Yahoo
However, proving everyone wrong and overcoming his WrestleMania 39 loss against Roman Reigns, Cody Rhodes dominated the fight and eventually won the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship. This had fans break into tears. Well, not only fans, but even WWE ring announcer Samantha Irvin couldn’t hold back tears after watching Rhodes win at WrestleMania 40.
Cody Rhodes Defeated Roman Reigns at WrestleMania 40
WrestleMania 40 entertained fans on Sunday night, with Day 2 action resuming at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia. With six matches on the card and four championships on the line, the highlight of the event surprisingly became the...
Cody Rhodes vs Roman Reigns | image: Yahoo
However, proving everyone wrong and overcoming his WrestleMania 39 loss against Roman Reigns, Cody Rhodes dominated the fight and eventually won the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship. This had fans break into tears. Well, not only fans, but even WWE ring announcer Samantha Irvin couldn’t hold back tears after watching Rhodes win at WrestleMania 40.
Cody Rhodes Defeated Roman Reigns at WrestleMania 40
WrestleMania 40 entertained fans on Sunday night, with Day 2 action resuming at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia. With six matches on the card and four championships on the line, the highlight of the event surprisingly became the...
- 4/8/2024
- by Krittika Mukherjee
- FandomWire
American professional mixed martial artist Michael Chandler is making headlines for calling out Conor McGregor on the latest episode of WWE Monday Night Raw in Anaheim, California. This is not the first time McGregor has been challenged. New UFC featherweight champion Ilia Topuria challenged the Irishman during his UFC 298 post-fight interview.
McGregor has not appeared in any fights ever since he suffered a leg injury against Dustin Poirier in 2021 at UFC 264. Michael Chandler had also lost his last fight to Poirier at UFC 281 in 2022. Facing off against each other will give them both a chance to redeem themselves from their defeat to Poirier. Chandler has openly challenged McGregor to a fight.
Michael Chandler
Michael Chandler Challenged Conor McGregor on WWE Monday Night Raw
Conor McGregor has not come out for any fights lately due to his leg injury, but he seems to be doing alright now if the training videos...
McGregor has not appeared in any fights ever since he suffered a leg injury against Dustin Poirier in 2021 at UFC 264. Michael Chandler had also lost his last fight to Poirier at UFC 281 in 2022. Facing off against each other will give them both a chance to redeem themselves from their defeat to Poirier. Chandler has openly challenged McGregor to a fight.
Michael Chandler
Michael Chandler Challenged Conor McGregor on WWE Monday Night Raw
Conor McGregor has not come out for any fights lately due to his leg injury, but he seems to be doing alright now if the training videos...
- 2/20/2024
- by Ankita Shaw
- FandomWire
Welcome to this review of this past Monday’s episode of WWE Raw, right here on Nerdly… Let’s see what went down on this week’s show!
Match #1: The New Day def. Drew McIntyre & Matt Riddle The following is courtesy of wwe.com:
In only their second match as a team, Drew McIntyre and Matt Riddle took on the seasoned New Day. After a huge top-rope fisherman’s suplex, Riddle and McIntyre were rolling, contending well with Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods’ tag team chemistry. Before they were able to get going, however, The Viking Raiders clobbered McIntyre, which opened the way for The New Day to gain the victory after a Trouble in Paradise connected with Riddle.
My Score: 2.5 out of 5 Match #2: Chad Gable def. Gunther (Count-out) The following is courtesy of wwe.com:
With just two weeks left until breaking Honky Tonk Man’s record Intercontinental Championship reign,...
Match #1: The New Day def. Drew McIntyre & Matt Riddle The following is courtesy of wwe.com:
In only their second match as a team, Drew McIntyre and Matt Riddle took on the seasoned New Day. After a huge top-rope fisherman’s suplex, Riddle and McIntyre were rolling, contending well with Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods’ tag team chemistry. Before they were able to get going, however, The Viking Raiders clobbered McIntyre, which opened the way for The New Day to gain the victory after a Trouble in Paradise connected with Riddle.
My Score: 2.5 out of 5 Match #2: Chad Gable def. Gunther (Count-out) The following is courtesy of wwe.com:
With just two weeks left until breaking Honky Tonk Man’s record Intercontinental Championship reign,...
- 8/23/2023
- by Phil Wheat
- Nerdly
Welcome to this review of WWE’s 2023 edition of Summerslam, which comes from Detroit and, going into the show, the only thing I knew about proceedings was that WWE bosses had pulled at least one women’s match from the card, leaving Becky Lynch at home making lemonade with her lemons – as she clearly stated on her social media! Not a good look for the WWE if you ask me! Let’s check out the rest of the card…
Match #1: Logan Paul def. Ricochet The following is courtesy of wwe.com:
Looking to provoke and antagonize the WWE Universe, Logan Paul took on Ricochet to settle the dispute that started at Royal Rumble. Samantha Irvin, ring announcer and fiancé of Ricochet, was on the receiving end of some rude remarks from Paul, who had mocked the couple en route to SummerSlam. On the outside, Ricochet hit a superb Spanish fly,...
Match #1: Logan Paul def. Ricochet The following is courtesy of wwe.com:
Looking to provoke and antagonize the WWE Universe, Logan Paul took on Ricochet to settle the dispute that started at Royal Rumble. Samantha Irvin, ring announcer and fiancé of Ricochet, was on the receiving end of some rude remarks from Paul, who had mocked the couple en route to SummerSlam. On the outside, Ricochet hit a superb Spanish fly,...
- 8/8/2023
- by Phil Wheat
- Nerdly
Welcome to this review of this past Friday’s episode of Friday Night Smackdown, right here on Nerdly. Let’s see what went down on the show!
Match #1: Undisputed WWE Tag Team Title Match – The Usos def. Hit Row The following is courtesy of wwe.com:
The longest-reigning Tag Team Champions in WWE history Jey & Jimmy Uso repelled the difficult challenge of Hit Row’s Ashante “Thee” Adonis & Top Dolla and retained their Undisputed WWE Tag Team Titles after the earth-shattering 1-d.
My Score: 2 out of 5 Match #2: Gauntlet Match Part 1: Xia Li def. Emma The following is courtesy of wwe.com:
In the first showdown of a Gauntlet Match to determine who will challenge SmackDown Women’s Champion Ronda Rousey, Xia Li caught Emma with a beautiful Cyclone Kick for the victory.
Part 2: Xia Li def. Tegan Nox The following is courtesy of wwe.com:
In...
Match #1: Undisputed WWE Tag Team Title Match – The Usos def. Hit Row The following is courtesy of wwe.com:
The longest-reigning Tag Team Champions in WWE history Jey & Jimmy Uso repelled the difficult challenge of Hit Row’s Ashante “Thee” Adonis & Top Dolla and retained their Undisputed WWE Tag Team Titles after the earth-shattering 1-d.
My Score: 2 out of 5 Match #2: Gauntlet Match Part 1: Xia Li def. Emma The following is courtesy of wwe.com:
In the first showdown of a Gauntlet Match to determine who will challenge SmackDown Women’s Champion Ronda Rousey, Xia Li caught Emma with a beautiful Cyclone Kick for the victory.
Part 2: Xia Li def. Tegan Nox The following is courtesy of wwe.com:
In...
- 12/27/2022
- by Phil Wheat
- Nerdly
Welcome to this review of this past Friday’s episode of Friday Night Smackdown, right here on Nerdly. Let’s see what went down on the show!
Match #1: No Disqualification Match – Liv Morgan def. Sonya Deville The following is courtesy of wwe.com:
The weapons came out early with Liv Morgan brandishing a Kendo stick, leading to a heart-stopping exchange between the two. Deville claimed the upper hand by using the weapon to put Morgan into a crossface. Morgan fought out of the submission attempt, destroying the Kendo stick with her repeated shots on Deville. After Morgan set up a table, Deville stopped her and pushed the table back under the ring, drawing the ire of the St. Louis crowd. The table was eventually brought back out by Morgan, but the move nearly backfired for the former SmackDown Women’s Champion, as Deville attempted a German suplex from the apron onto the table,...
Match #1: No Disqualification Match – Liv Morgan def. Sonya Deville The following is courtesy of wwe.com:
The weapons came out early with Liv Morgan brandishing a Kendo stick, leading to a heart-stopping exchange between the two. Deville claimed the upper hand by using the weapon to put Morgan into a crossface. Morgan fought out of the submission attempt, destroying the Kendo stick with her repeated shots on Deville. After Morgan set up a table, Deville stopped her and pushed the table back under the ring, drawing the ire of the St. Louis crowd. The table was eventually brought back out by Morgan, but the move nearly backfired for the former SmackDown Women’s Champion, as Deville attempted a German suplex from the apron onto the table,...
- 11/7/2022
- by Phil Wheat
- Nerdly
Updated: WWE is shaking up their commentary teams, Variety has learned exclusively.
Beginning with this week’s season premiere episode of “SmackDown,” the commentary team for the shows will be as follows:
On “SmackDown,” Michael Cole and Wade Barrett will be the main commentators, with Barrett moving over from the “Nxt” commentary team. Samantha Irvin will serve as the ring announcer, with Kayla Braxton and Megan Morant serving as backstage interviewers.
At “Monday Night Raw,” Kevin Patrick and Corey Graves will be the commentary team. Patrick has worked as a backstage correspondent, a play-by-play commentator for “WWE Main Event,” and the host of “Raw Talk.” Mike Rome will be the ring announcer. Cathy Kelley and Byron Saxton will conduct onscreen interviews. Kelley is returning to WWE after leaving the company in 2020. Saxton has been working on the “Raw” commentary desk along with Graves and Jimmy Smith of late.
Smith will be exiting WWE.
Beginning with this week’s season premiere episode of “SmackDown,” the commentary team for the shows will be as follows:
On “SmackDown,” Michael Cole and Wade Barrett will be the main commentators, with Barrett moving over from the “Nxt” commentary team. Samantha Irvin will serve as the ring announcer, with Kayla Braxton and Megan Morant serving as backstage interviewers.
At “Monday Night Raw,” Kevin Patrick and Corey Graves will be the commentary team. Patrick has worked as a backstage correspondent, a play-by-play commentator for “WWE Main Event,” and the host of “Raw Talk.” Mike Rome will be the ring announcer. Cathy Kelley and Byron Saxton will conduct onscreen interviews. Kelley is returning to WWE after leaving the company in 2020. Saxton has been working on the “Raw” commentary desk along with Graves and Jimmy Smith of late.
Smith will be exiting WWE.
- 10/6/2022
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
The shifts that have characterised the pandemic’s impact on the screen sector are laid bare in PwC’s annual five-year media outlook, which forecasts an ongoing migration towards digital consumption.
According to PwC’s Australian Entertainment and Media Outlook 2021-2025, the country’s overall entertainment and media industry declined -3.6 per cent in 2020, with total advertising spend contracting by 8 per cent to $15.4 billion, and consumer spend dropping by 1.9 per cent to $42.5 billion.
The report identifies filmed entertainment as among the hardest-hit sectors, having experienced a compound annual growth rate (Cagr) drop of 41.0 per cent from $2.2 billion to $1.3 billion.
However, PwC notes the production boom resulting from Australia’s handle on Covid-19 has been a silver lining, as has the addition of new production facilities and studio services.
Source: PwC’s Australian Entertainment and Media Outlook 2021-2025
The company believes that provided the supply of blockbusters can resume, box office...
According to PwC’s Australian Entertainment and Media Outlook 2021-2025, the country’s overall entertainment and media industry declined -3.6 per cent in 2020, with total advertising spend contracting by 8 per cent to $15.4 billion, and consumer spend dropping by 1.9 per cent to $42.5 billion.
The report identifies filmed entertainment as among the hardest-hit sectors, having experienced a compound annual growth rate (Cagr) drop of 41.0 per cent from $2.2 billion to $1.3 billion.
However, PwC notes the production boom resulting from Australia’s handle on Covid-19 has been a silver lining, as has the addition of new production facilities and studio services.
Source: PwC’s Australian Entertainment and Media Outlook 2021-2025
The company believes that provided the supply of blockbusters can resume, box office...
- 7/19/2021
- by Sean Slatter
- IF.com.au
[[tmz:video id="0_pxpg7bg5"]] Nick Cannon sure seemed to be giving a signal the story that he's now hooked up with a former "America's Got Talent" contestant is Bs ... because he hit the town Wednesday with a different girl. Nick and Winnie Harlow showed up at Mr. Chow, where he clearly knew the paparazzi would be out in force. Winnie is a model for Diesel who was a contestant on "America's Next Top Model." There were reports he's dating Samantha Johnson,...
- 9/23/2015
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
We're nearing the finish line of the 10th anniversary season of America's Got Talent, and with half the field set for the finals, 11 more acts are hitting the stage hoping to join the Top 10.
The first set of semifinal results was not without controversy, as America not once but twice voted for teddy bear country crooner Benton Blount despite a less-than stellar performance. Of everyone in the group, there were seven acts deemed worthy of grabbing one of the five spots, with Oz Pearlman, Drew Lynch, The CraigLewis Band and Siro-a considered locks, and Samantha Johnson and Derek Hughes expected to compete for the final spot.
The first set of semifinal results was not without controversy, as America not once but twice voted for teddy bear country crooner Benton Blount despite a less-than stellar performance. Of everyone in the group, there were seven acts deemed worthy of grabbing one of the five spots, with Oz Pearlman, Drew Lynch, The CraigLewis Band and Siro-a considered locks, and Samantha Johnson and Derek Hughes expected to compete for the final spot.
- 9/8/2015
- by editor@buddytv.com
- buddytv.com
"America's Got Talent" prides itself on being all-inclusive. With no age limit and no restriction on talent, anyone and everyone has a shot at the $1 million grand prize. Anyone, apparently, except for women. When "Agt" announced its first five finalists this week, there wasn't a female in sight. Will the same gender bias occur next week when the second group of finalists are revealed? Hurry -- make your predictions and you could win our prize of a $100 Amazon gift certificate. It's fun and easy, so start now by scrolling down and predicting the five acts that will get the go-ahead on next Wednesday's show. -Break- Who will win 'America's Got Talent'? See exclusive predictions It's true, every single one of this week's acts that was led by or included a woman -- Samantha Johnson, Arielle Baril, Mountain Faith Band -- was cut before the final lap. Even Japanese dance crew Siro-a,...
- 9/4/2015
- Gold Derby
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