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  • Booker T Reveals What Sharmell Really Thinks About His Risqué Commentary

    Booker T\’s commentary as part of WWE NXT has made him a fan favorite, but what does his wife Sharmell make to his often-flirty observations of the brand\’s women? Speaking to Muscle Man Malcolm, Booker shared that his darling queen knows that his comments are just for show.

    “She understands the business. She’s been in the entertainment business since she was a little girl — beauty pageants and whatnot.\”

    When Sharmell sees Booker salivate over the likes of Lola Vice, Stephanie Vaquer, or Jaida Parker, \”she knows that I\’m working.\” Reflecting further on his commentary, Booker made clear that his passionate calls aren\’t to get fans talking about him, but the talent in the ring.

    “It’s not about me. If I can put some light on Stephanie Viquaire, Jada Parker, Trick Williams — I’m going to do my job.”

    The two-time WWE Hall of Famer first became a commentator for WWE in 2011 and his role behind the desk has spawned countless memes. Despite his signature lines, including the beloved \”Shucky Ducky Quack Quack!\”, Booker\’s comments here offer a reminder that behind the character is a professional deeply committed to the craft. For all his comments, his heart belongs to the wife who knows the difference between the man and the persona who\’s always got plenty to say about WWE NXT\’s women\’s division.

    With Sharmell in his corner, fans can expect Booker T to continue to call matches in his signature way. And no matter what he may have to see, the WCW legend won\’t have to worry about being sent to the doghouse or sleeping on the couch.

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  • Sharmell: \’My Time As A Dancer Prepared Me For A Life In Wrestling\’

    WWE Hall of Famer Queen Sharmell may not have had a traditional road to professional wrestling, but her time as a dancer helped prepare her for a life in the ring.

    Before joining WCW in late 1998, Sharmell had a career in professional dance which saw her spend over three years working with the legendary James Brown. Speaking to McKenzie Mitchell on Threads, Sharmell was asked how much of her dance career was she able to bring into professional wrestling.

    \”All of it. [Laughs] Dance is choreography, it\’s timing it\’s rhythm and you have to have all of that when you\’re in the ring with your opponent. Timing is key, rhythm is key so they\’re very similar. You always hear the boys say \’This is not ballet\’ and it is not. It definitely is not but there is a certain rhythm and flow that dancers [follow] It\’s even when you see football players taking ballet it\’s to get that rhythm and that footwork and that type of thing being light on your feet. So I did bring all of that into wrestling.\”

    Sharmell certainly put her dance background to use upon joining WCW where she initially worked as \’Storm\’ as part of the Nitro Girls dance troupe. As the dancers became more active in storylines, Storm became \’Paisley\’ and became the valet of The Artist Formerly Known as Prince Iaukea.

    It wouldn\’t be until 2005 that Sharmell began working with her husband Booker T in wrestling. The following year, Sharmell became \’Queen\’ following Booker\’s victory in that year\’s King of the Ring tournament. Booker was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2013 and 2019 while Sharmell, a former Miss Black America, took her place by her man\’s side in 2022

    Dancers In Wrestling

    Sharmell is not the only dancer to put their skills to use in the world of professional wrestling. Cassie Lee (fka Peyton Royce) danced for years before stepping in the ring, as did AEW\’s CJ Perry. The former Lana graduated from Florida State University with a degree in dance and acting and demonstrated both during her WWE tenure.

    Before joining WWE in 2009, Naomi worked as a dancer for the Orlando Magic for two years and also worked as a dancer for WrestleMania-theme provider Flo Rida. Her fellow SmackDown Women\’s Champion Carmella also danced professionally as a cheerleader for the New England Patriots and the LA Lakers. In 2013, Carmella put down her pom-poms and followed her father into the family business of professional wrestling.

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  • Reality Of Wrestling To Host Competition In \”Search for the Ultimate Athlete\”

    Reality of Wrestling, the promotion run by Booker T & Sharmell Huffman, are in search for their next break-out star with their \’Search for the Ultimate Athlete.\’

    In a statement, Booker T shared the following information about their search: 

    Embark on a Journey of Grit and Glory with \”ROW Games: The Search for the Ultimate Athlete\”

    Reality of Wrestling (ROW), co-founded by WWE Hall of Famers Booker T and Sharmell Huffman, is excited to announce the launch of a groundbreaking competition series, \”ROW Games: The Search for the Ultimate Athlete.\” Hosted by the enigmatic Marty \”The Boogeyman\” Wright, this intense series will pit 20 of the country’s most promising athletes — 10 men and 10 women — against each other in a series of grueling physical challenges.

    Over the span of six episodes, these competitors will test their limits, showcasing their strength, agility, and determination, all for the chance to be crowned the Ultimate Athlete and claim a grand prize of $5,000.00. The twist? Stars from Reality of Wrestling will not only serve as officials but also participate in the challenges, blurring the lines between competitors and the seasoned pros.

    \”ROW Games is not just another athletic competition; it\’s the heart of what wrestling embodies — the blend of physical prowess, mental toughness, and sheer will to succeed,\” says Booker T. \”These athletes are about to face a challenge like no other, and only the best will make it to the end.\”

    Sharmell Huffman adds, \”We’re looking for those who have the spark, the charisma, and the story that will inspire. It’s more than a competition; it’s about finding that star quality that shines even when the going gets tough.\”

    The Reality of Wrestling Games will be held at the Texas Entertainment Xperience (TEX), the largest indoor entertainment and gaming complex in the state of Texas located at 10000 Emmett F Lowry Expressway in Texas City, TX 77591. This top-tier venue is set to provide a spectacular backdrop for the physical prowess on display, ensuring an unforgettable experience for both participants and spectators.

    Auditions are set to take place at the Texas City World Gym, with production slated to start on April 20th, 2024. The ROW Games will be accessible to its nearly 750,000 subscribers on the Reality of Wrestling YouTube Channel, bringing fans closer to the sweat, tears, and triumphs of these aspiring athletes. Check realityofwrestling.com

    Searching For a Wrestler

    It\’s fitting that Marty Wright will have a role in the search for the ultimate athlete. Wright appeared on 2004\’s edition of WWE Tough Enough but was ejected early on after he was found lying about his age to make the show\’s limit. 

    TNA Wrestling has also had its share of competitions to find new talent. In addition to TNA Gut Check, the promotion also had two seasons of TNA British Boot Camp. The first season resulted in Rockstar Spud earning a contract with TNA, while Mark Andrews would secure a contract after winning season 2. Notable names from British Bootcamp include Kris Travis, Grado, Noam Dar, Alba Fyre, Nikki Cross, and Piper Niven. 

  • Sharmell On Advice She Got From Booker T

    Sharmell has been the partner of Booker T both on and off-screen and the former WCW champion gave her some very valuable advice. The female star recently had an interview with WrestlingInc. She talked about things such as the women\’s revolution, her favorite segments, and more.

    During the interview, Sharmell also revealed the advice she got from her husband Booker T. According to her, T told her to relax and not take things too seriously:

    “Your character is what will give you a lasting career. Booker told me, ‘Don’t take yourself so seriously. Just relax and have fun.’ I’ll never forget when they had WrestleMania one year and had a really long ramp. I’m trying to rush down the ramp,

    And he stops me in the middle of WrestleMania.\” recalled Sharmell, \”He says, ‘Take a minute and just look around.’ I slowed my walk and got it,”

    The former WWE star continued saying that the job of a sports entertainer is very stressful. A lot of times they are nervous and trying to be the best puts pressure on their stress levels. Though you are able to create magic if you can calm down and remember it\’s about having fun.

    Sharmell had a couple of runs with WWE and one with WCW. She is probably best known for her pairing with Booker T which started in 2005 and led to T winning the King Of The Ring tournament in 2006.

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