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Newsweek
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Former WWE Champion Originally Wanted To Be Goldberg's Retirement Opponent
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Former WWE Champion Big E has revealed that he originally wanted to be the opponent for Goldberg's final retirement match. The comments came as he discussed Goldberg's recent return to challenge World Heavyweight Champion GUNTHER. The WWE Hall of Famer returned on the June 16 episode of Raw to set up his final match. It will take place at Saturday Night's Main Event in Atlanta on July 12. Big E's 'What If' Scenario Speaking on a recent WWE Raw Recap show, Big E shared his long-time admiration for Goldberg. He then revealed his own desire to have been the one to face the legend in his farewell bout. "I wanted his retirement match. That's obviously off the table," Big E said. Big E has been sidelined since March 2022 with a severe neck injury that has put his in-ring career in jeopardy. This injury is why his dream match with Goldberg is not a possibility. Thoughts On Goldberg vs. GUNTHER Despite his own aspirations, Big E expressed his excitement for the newly announced Goldberg vs. GUNTHER match. He noted his intrigue over the "clash of eras." "I will say if, if this is indeed it, GUNTHER is so intriguing," he stated. "I love the, the clash of eras... I want to see Gunther be in the ring with the biggest fish." More news: WWE News: Steve Austin Reveals Real-Life Vince McMahon Confrontation He feels that while facing current stars is important, this allows GUNTHER to share the ring with a true legend. It serves as a good test for the reigning World Heavyweight Champion. LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 08: Bill Goldberg speaks at the roundtable panel during HISTORY's Live Event 'Evel Live' at Omnia Nightclub at Caesars Palace on July 8, 2018 in Las Vegas, Nevada. LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 08: Bill Goldberg speaks at the roundtable panel during HISTORY's Live Event 'Evel Live' at Omnia Nightclub at Caesars Palace on July 8, 2018 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Picking A Winner When it came to predicting a winner, Big E was torn. He acknowledged GUNTHER's dominance but admitted the possibility of a Goldberg win is what makes the match so compelling. "Look, I don't see anyone beating this version of Gunther. I'm not picking anyone against Gunther, but it is, it is very possible," Big E reflected. "And I think that's what intrigues you is, is good. Could we see it? Right. Could this really happen? Is this possible? I don't think so, but maybe?" Goldberg has stated coming into the match that he's dealt with injuries while training for it. Hopefully, he can have one last great performance. More WWE News: For more on WWE, head to Newsweek Sports.
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
The Big E donates nearly $400,000 to the town of West Springfield
WEST SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – Each year, The Big E donates one percent of its annual gross revenue to the town of West Springfield to support the Eastern States Exposition Trust. Close to two million people attended the Big E last year. Motorcyclist suffers serious injuries following crash on River Street in West Springfield The ESE trust fund began in 1994, when the fair grew from 5 days to 17 days. The goal of the fund is to provide grants to local programs and initiatives supporting youth, senior citizens, and education. On Thursday, the CEO of Big E presented a check of $370,970 to the Mayor of West the largest donation so far. The Big E has contributed over five million to the trust. 'As we march through the past 20 years now, that trust is growing, and will continue to do great good for the community of West Springfield, and we're proud of it,' said Gene Cassidy, President and CEO of the Eastern States Exposition. In the past, the trust has provided grants to many organizations. Some include the Boys and Girls Club, the YMCA, and the West Springfield Library. The next round of grant recipients will be announced soon. Interested organizations can also submit a grant application through WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Australian singer, rapper The Kid LAROI to headline The Big E Arena this fall
Australian singer, rapper and songwriter The Kid LAROI will take The Big E's largest stage for a 'must-see performance' this fall. The artist is set to headline The Big E Arena in West Springfield on Friday, Sept. 26 at 7:30 p.m., The Big E announced Tuesday. Tickets to the concert go on sale Friday, June 13 at 10 a.m. exclusively through The Big E's website. Tickets bought ahead of time include free admission to the fair on the date of the concert. Read More: After record-breaking attendance, The Big E seeks to disperse crowds in 2025 The Kid LAROI, 21, whose legal name is Charlton Howard, was born and raised in Sydney, Australia and was inspired by R&B and hip-hop artists like Tupac, Erykah Badu, The Fugees, Lil Wayne and more growing up, The Big E said. LAROI spent 17 weeks atop the Billboard Hot 100 chart with the 2021 hit single 'STAY' with Justin Bieber. In 2023, LAROI released his debut studio album 'THE FIRST TIME,' including the single 'Too Much' featuring South Korean BTS boy band singer Jungkook and British rapper Central Cee. LAROI made his acting debut in the 2024 horror comedy film 'Y2K' starring Rachel Zegler and Jaeden Martell. Read More: Renowned '90s rock band releases first new music in 25 years On June 6, LAROI released his latest single 'ALL I WANT IS YOU.' He is currently listed as the 121st most listened to artist on Spotify globally. The Kid LAROI joins the ranks of Foreigner, ZZ Top, The Avett Brothers, Train, and a joint performance between Busta Rhymes and Rick Ross as fellow Big E Arena headliners this fall. The Big E also recently unveiled its Court of Honor Stage lineup. The Big E returns for its 17-day run starting Friday, Sept. 12, through Sunday, Sept. 28. The Big E is the largest fair on the East Coast, and last year marked a record-breaking annual attendance of 1.7 million fairgoers. After record-breaking attendance, The Big E seeks to disperse crowds in 2025 Pop headliner announced for The Big E Arena in fall 2025 performance Rick Ross, Busta Rhymes to headline the Big E Arena together for fall 2025 Sparking interest, powering growth: Manufacturing tech show fills Big E Folk rock band The Avett Brothers to headline The Big E Arena in fall 2025 Read the original article on MassLive.
New York Post
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
The potential grand WWE plans behind abrupt end to Jey Uso's championship reign
Jey Uso got the Big E and Kofi Kingston treatment in the main event of 'Monday Night Raw.' Uso, just 51 days after finally slaying Gunther at WrestleMania 41 to win the World Heavyweight championship for the first time, lost the title back to The Ring General, who put him to sleep in the middle of the ring. I couldn't help but think of the popular Kingston, who lost his first WWE championship after 107 days to Brock Lesnar in 2019 on the season premiere of 'SmackDown' on Fox, and Big E, who lost his first WWE championship to Lesnar at Day 1 in 2022 so The Beast and Roman Reigns could main event WrestleMania 38 and unify their belts. Advertisement 3 Bill Goldberg poses in ring with Triple H during Bad Blood at State Farm Arena on October 5, 2024 Getty Images Both, like Uso, were wrestlers who were over with the audience, but just didn't feel like big enough stars for WWE to put sustained faith in them at the top of the card when the company had grander plans for the championships. At least Big E and Kingston went over 100 days.
Yahoo
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
The Kid LAROI set to headline The Big E Fair in September
WEST SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – The Kid LAROI will be performing at The Big E Arena on September 26th. The Avett Brothers set to perform at the Big E in September The Big E States that the 21-year-old rapper, born Charlton Howard, was born and raised in Sydney, Australia, and grew up listening to Hip-Hop and R&B icons like Tupac, Erykah Badu, The Fugees, Lil Wayne, and Kanye West. He has been wanting to make music since he can remember, in hopes of claiming a spot within this American legacy. He earned respect after a competition in 2016 from industry executives and was able to perform alongside the late JuiceWRLD, THEY, and more. He recorded his debut EP 14 With a Dream in 2018 and watched standout 'Blessings' take off. 'It's really what I've always imagined… I always knew it was bigger than that,' LAROI said about his crossover success and finding an audience outside of Australia. After spending six of its 17 weeks at the number one spot on the Billboard Hot 100, the song 'STAY' with Justin Bieber proved to him what was coming. 'I love everything I make. I take music super seriously, and I look at it as art,' said LAROI. The Kid LAROI will be performing at The Big E Arena on September 26th at 7:30 p.m. Tickets go on sale on June 13th at 10:00 a.m. ET. Each ticket includes free admission to the Fair on the day of the concert. The Big E Fair runs from September 12th to the 28th. WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
