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The widow of Lou Thesz has written a piece for the The Post and Courier, via Mike Mooneyham. Entitled ‘Mrs. Lou Thesz: ‘From My Perspective’ , In it, Charlie Thesz details her thoughts on today’s business.
She writes:
“The evolution of the revelation I came to is for a book I hope to write one day, but today I want to tell you how I feel about professional wrestling’s impact on our society. I have been to more matches than I care to remember, and I have worked the box office for more independent promotions than I care to admit.
“So many “old timers” lament that professional wrestling has changed, and everything always does. To Lou’s credit, in my eyes, he never criticized the changes. He got to make his changes in the profession, so how could he begrudge these “boys.” When Lou first met Kurt Angle, AKA “a hell of a wrestler,” Kurt thought Lou might be disappointed he had turned to professional wrestling. He admired Kurt as a wrestler and a person and totally supported his choice. Lou knew his value and the value Kurt would bring to professional wrestling.”
“All I can tell you is: If your plumber, electrician, nurse, doctor, banker, etc. – (or a business contact at the New York Philharmonic) has at one time in their life been a professional wrestling fan, relax. The chances are great they are well balanced and hard working … and honest! They know what is real and what is not! The fact the villain and hero are friends is irrelevant.”
WWE’s Director of TV Production, Gavin O’Shea, is no longer with the company after a 25-year run.
Roman Reigns is showing off his fancy footwear.
ACKNOWLEDGE HIM: Roman Reigns shows off the custom Air Jordans he wore for the main event of WrestleMania 42 🥊🤼♂️🏟️ @WWERomanReignspic.twitter.com/glD14sB24w
— KicksFinder (@KicksFinder) May 1, 2026
Here is what you will see on Lucha Libre AAA tonight:
El Grande Americano and “Original” El Grande Americano to make their Mask vs. Mask Match official for May 30
AAA World Cruiserweight Champion Laredo Kid vs. Rey Fenix | Non Title Match
El Hijo del Vikingo vs. Mini Vikingo
Here is your updated Backlash card:
WWE World Heavyweight Champion Roman Reigns vs. Jacob Fatu.
WWE United States Champion Trick Williams vs. Sami Zayn.
Bron Breakker vs. Seth Rollins.
IYO SKY vs. Asuka.
Danhausen and a partner of his choice vs. The Miz & Kit Wilson.
The first hour of Backlash will air on ESPN 2 starting at 6 pm ET.
