World Wrestling Entertainment
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It's a Fact, WWE's Shane McMahon Will Invest in UFCLast week it was reported that the son of WWE Owner Vince McMahon and a well versed WWE Executive in his own right, Shane McMahon met with UFC President Dana White. Many were speculating what the meeting was about, but could never find... In this article: Shane McMahon, UFC, WWE, Vince McMahon, and Brazil |
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Bleacher Report | 12 hours ago
South Florida's Jim Leavitt Goes WWE At Halftime
If the day comes when Jim Leavitt doesn't want to coach the USF Bulls, he'd fit in so very nicely at the WWE. You think Hulk Hogan's a great bleeder? You think Ric Flair's face is a crimson mask? They've got nothing on Jimmy Leavitt.
In this article: Jim Leavitt, WWE, Florida, USF Bulls, Ric Flair, Hulk Hogan, and Louisville
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Bleacher Report | 1 day ago
The WWE Dropped the Ball with the Randy Orton/Kofi Kingston Rivalry
...elaborate regarding my view on Kofi Kingston. He is without question, one of the very best performers the WWE has to offer. The WWE did the right thing by allowing him to develop his character by dropping the fake accent and giving him the...
In this article: Kofi Kingston, Randy Orton, The WWE, and Triple H
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Bleacher Report | 1 day ago
Whither Goest Thou, WWE Title?
There is no sense backing into this, so I'll just come right out and say it: The WWE title scene is in shambles. I know I'm not the first person to notice this, but it deserves to be said. I have no clue where creative is going with the...
In this article: John Cena, WWE, Randy Orton, Evan Bourne, Shawn Michaels, Mark Henry, Kofi Kingston, and Triple H
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Bleacher Report | 2 days ago
The Rock Returning To WWE, Possibly For a New Show
...you will. It seems that Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson may have signed a non-wrestling deal with the WWE. Now, the WWE has been wanting to put out a WWE Channel. This does not mean that all shows on the channel will be wrestling shows. Many...
In this article: Dwayne Johnson, WWE, The Rock, Sting, Planet 51, John Cena, Tooth Fairy, WWE Studios, and WCW
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Bleacher Report | 3 days ago
The Rock Back With WWE, Hulkamania Tour Update
Reports have surfaced recently that The Rock will be working closely with WWE on an upcoming project and possibly do some more appearances at shows. In a recent interview Johnson was quoted saying: "I love that world and being able to...
In this article: WWE, DVD, Ric Flair, Surgery, and Shannon Moore
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Bleacher Report | 4 days ago
Could AJ Styles Be Successful in The WWE?
...NJPW (New Japan Pro-Wrestling). He is considered by many as one of the top stars in the world today. Yet he has never stepped foot in the WWE. Thats right, one of the top guys in the world has never been a WWE superstar. Only a few of the...
In this article: WWE, AJ Styles, Sting, Kurt Angle, WCW, Total Non-Stop Action Wrestling, and Booker T
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Bleacher Report | 4 days ago
Can WWE's Christian Carry a Major Brand As the Top Face?
...too long if I had said both Raw and Smackdown. Anyways, to the point. Christian has undoubtedly made an impact since returning to the WWE. He is the first person to be a two-time ECW champion since the brands re-imaging. I'm not counting...
In this article: WWE, Zack Ryder, Randy Orton, John Cena, Chris Jericho, Jeff Hardy, CM Punk, and Matt Hardy
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New York Daily News | 6 days ago
Sherri Shepherd gets rare 'View' ringside with WWE pal, MVP
GossipSherri Shepherd gets rare 'View' ringside with WWE pal, MVP Sherri Shepherd gets rare 'View' ringside with WWE pal, MVP Thursday, November 19th 2009, 4:00 AM Sherri Shepherd at Madison Square Garden, cheering on her WWE buddy,...
In this article: Sherri Shepherd, WWE, and Madison Square Garden
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Bleacher Report | 6 days ago
WWE Superstars: What Do You Want For Christmas?
With the holiday season right around the corner, I thought it might be a good idea to give out a few WWE Christmas presents. The WWE superstars all have some little something that is missing, and this is the perfect time to fix whatever...
In this article: WWE, John Cena, Randy Orton, Chris Jericho, Mickie James, Dave Batista, Triple H, Ric Flair, The Big Show, and Matt Hardy
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Connecticut Post | 7 days ago
Area Stocks: WWE reaches 52-week high
...of wrestling events, gained 50 cents to close at $15.99, after announcing a four-year renewal of its agreement with USA Network. WWE shares hit a 52-week, intraday high of $16 before backing off a penny at the close. Thomson Reuters,...
In this article: WWE, Tax, Stamford, Thomson Reuters, Harman International, Priceline.com, and USA Network
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World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc. (WWE) is a publicly traded, privately controlled integrated media (focusing in television, Internet, and live events) and sports entertainment company dealing primarily in professional wrestling, with major revenue sources also coming from film, music, product licensing, and direct product sales. Vince McMahon is the majority owner and Chairman of the company and his wife Linda McMahon holds the position of Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Together with their children, Executive Vice President of Global Media Shane McMahon and Executive Vice President of Talent and Creative Writing Stephanie McMahon-Levesque, the McMahons hold approximately 70% of WWE's economic interest and 96% of the voting power in the company.
The company's global headquarters are located in Stamford, Connecticut with offices in Los Angeles, New York City, London, and Toronto. The company was previously known as Titan Sports before changing to World Wrestling Federation Entertainment, Inc., and most recently becoming World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc.
- Name:
- World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc.
- Type:
- Public (NYSE: WWE)
- Location:
- Stamford, Connecticut, U.S.
- Founded:
- 1952
- Stock Symbol:
- WWE
- Industry:
- Professional wrestling, sports entertainment
- Key People:
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- Shane McMahon, Executive Vice President of Global Media
- Stephanie McMahon-Levesque, Executive Vice President of Talent Relations, Live Events and Creative Writing.
- Vince McMahon, Chairman
- Linda McMahon, CEO
- Revenue:
- $485.7 million USD (2007)
- Operating Income:
- $68.4 million USD (2007)
- Net Income:
- $52.1 million USD (2007)
- No. of Employees:
- 560 (December 2006, excluding wrestlers)
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