Vince McMahon, the titan of professional wrestling, is poised to make a significant return to the entertainment industry. Despite recent controversies and legal challenges, the former WWE Chairman is reportedly in the early stages of launching a new entertainment hub company, focusing on film and television production.
This new venture, still in its nascent stages, aims to produce both fictional and non-fictional content. Several former WWE executives, including Brad Blum and Kristen Prouty, are rumored to be involved in the project. Blum, a former COO of WWE, and Prouty, a key figure in the recruitment of Logan Paul, bring a wealth of experience to the table.
PWInsider has stated that McMahon’s new company won’t directly compete with WWE and will focus on film and television production. Meanwhile, a notable shift in WWE’s approach to its product has also emerged. Sources within the company indicate a deliberate move away from the term “sports entertainment,” a phrase synonymous with the McMahon era. While no official directive has been issued, a growing sentiment within the organization favors a return to the core essence of professional wrestling.
“Pro wrestling is no longer a dirty word,” a company insider revealed recently. “There are very few dirty words anymore. And the dirty words that do exist, people just seem to say even though we got memos telling us not to.” In an effort to completely distance itself from McMahon’s legacy, WWE has implemented a strict policy prohibiting any mention of his name on its programming. Additionally, the company is actively avoiding the use of archived footage featuring McMahon whenever possible. (via Fightful Select)
Furthermore a producer stated, “The most successful periods of WWE were babyface periods where fans were passionate about talent and they were rewarded, and this weekend felt like that.”
Although McMahon has stated to not be in rivalry, there’s a possibility that he might eventually venture into the wrestling industry again. This could lead to a talent war, as McMahon might try to lure away top stars from WWE, disrupting the wrestling landscape and potentially harming the industry as a whole. Additionally, McMahon’s controversial past, including allegations of sexual misconduct and questionable business practices, could make it difficult for him to secure partnerships with major networks and studios, hindering the growth of his new company.
However, McMahon’s track record of success in the wrestling industry and his ability to attract talent and viewers could still make his new venture a significant player in the entertainment landscape.
As the project unfolds, industry observers will be closely watching to see if McMahon can successfully navigate these hurdles and establish a new legacy in the entertainment industry.