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Time of India
5 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Goldberg admits regret over infamous Bret Hart injury, prepares for final WWE bout
Image via WWE WWE Hall of Famer Goldberg has finally opened up about one of the most controversial incidents of his wrestling career - the accidental kick that led to Bret "The Hitman" Hart's premature retirement. Over two decades later, the former Universal Champion has expressed deep remorse over the incident that has long strained relations between two of wrestling's biggest legends Wrestling legend opens up about deepest regret Speaking to JAKIB Sports, the 58-year-old Goldberg did not shy away from discussing the infamous Starrcade 1999 match where his stiff side kick left Hart concussed. The injury would ultimately cut short Hart's in-ring career. 'I kicked Bret Hart in the head on accident a hundred years ago, and I've been remorseful ever since,' Goldberg admitted. 'I was young in the business. People make mistakes, right? And people have to understand that.' Goldberg TELLS ALL Before Battle with Gunther & RETURN to the Ring! Full Interview with Dan Sileo! While Hart has never forgiven Goldberg, even calling him an 'unsafe worker' in past interviews - Goldberg insists the kick was unintentional. He emphasized his respect for Hart and the other veterans who helped guide him in the early days of his career. 'I was lucky to start my career around legends like Curt Hennig, Kevin Nash, the Steiner Brothers, Hogan, Flair, and Bret Hart himself. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Villa For Sale in Dubai Might Surprise You Villas in Dubai | Search ads Learn More Undo These were people who took time to help me out. I would never take advantage of anyone in the ring.' Despite the lasting controversy, Goldberg remains unapologetic about his aggressive in-ring style, likening himself to Mike Tyson. 'I was Tyson. I smashed people and left. I didn't want to be like every other wrestler who did chain holds and high spots.' Hart, however, has held firm in his criticism, at one point rating Goldberg's in-ring skills as '0 out of 10.' The animosity between the two has stood the test of time, and a reconciliation appears unlikely. While reflecting on his past, Goldberg is also looking toward the future - or at least, one final chapter. WWE has confirmed that the veteran will take on World Heavyweight Champion Gunther in his farewell match. The bout is set for Saturday Night's Main Event on July 12 in Goldberg's hometown of Atlanta, Georgia. The match is expected to be a blockbuster, pitting one of WWE's most iconic finishers against the reigning powerhouse of the modern era. As Goldberg steps into the ring for the last time, fans are hoping the ending will be a fitting one - free of regret. Also Read: Kairi Sane offers emotional statement as Liv Morgan suffers serious shoulder injury Game On Season 1 kicks off with Sakshi Malik's inspiring story. Watch Episode 1 here
Time of India
5 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
What is Bret Hart's net worth in 2025? WWE legend's fortune, endorsements and life outside the ring
Image via WWE WWE Hall of Famer Bret 'The Hitman' Hart remains one of the most respected names in professional wrestling, with a legacy that spans decades. Known for his technical mastery, pink-and-black attire, and sharp in-ring storytelling, Hart not only earned accolades in the squared circle but also built a sizeable fortune along the way. So, what is Bret Hart's net worth in 2025? According to Celebrity Net Worth, the former WWE and WCW Champion is currently worth an estimated $7 million. A chunk of this fortune came during his stint with WCW in the late 1990s, where Hart reportedly earned $3 million annually - a massive figure at the time. Multiple income streams While wrestling brought him fame, Hart diversified his income post-retirement. He worked as a columnist for the Calgary Sun between 1991 and 2004, penned a best-selling autobiography titled Hitman: My Real Life in the Cartoon World of Wrestling, and became a regular face on TV and in wrestling documentaries. Hart's presence on social media also contributes to his brand. As of March 2025, he boasts over 955K followers on Instagram and more than 1.3 million on X (formerly Twitter). Bret Hart continues to engage with fans and companies through brand collaborations. He is endorsed by Gold Standard Grading, Roots of Fight, Romero Distilling Co., and Hitman's Bar, among others. He also appears regularly at comic cons, fan expos, and wrestling-related panels across North America. The iconic Hart House Hart resides in Calgary, Alberta, in the famed Hart House - a 5,600-square-foot mansion that features 22 rooms, four fireplaces, and the legendary training space known as The Dungeon. It's not just a home but a historic site in wrestling lore, having trained legends like Chris Jericho and Edge. Visiting The Hart Mansion Beyond the glitz and glamour, Bret Hart is actively involved in philanthropy. In 2016, he survived prostate cancer and has since supported the American Association for Cancer Research. He's also donated to the Calgary Prostate Cancer Centre and raised funds for wildfire relief efforts in Alberta. In 2023, he received a $10,000 donation from the Canada Walk of Fame and chose to divide it between the Siksika SN7 youth program and Water First, a foundation promoting clean water access for Indigenous communities. From world titles to charitable initiatives, Bret Hart's legacy goes far beyond the ring. In 2025, the Hitman continues to live up to his name - respected, admired, and financially secure. Also Read: Goldberg admits regret over infamous Bret Hart injury, prepares for final WWE bout Game On Season 1 kicks off with Sakshi Malik's inspiring story. Watch Episode 1 here
Metro
8 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
All BBC Casualty spoilers for this week as Flynn makes a move
Stevie Nash (Elinor Lawless) is back at work in tomorrow's episode of Casualty, but it soon becomes clear adapting after her cancer journey is going to be tough. She is supported by friend Flynn Byron (Olly Rix) as she gets settled back into life at the ED, but Stevie ends up breaking down after a difficult shift, admitting that she doesn't know who she is anymore. As the week continues, Flynn cheers Stevie up by going swimming with her. They race in the pool and it makes Stevie smile, but Flynn then royally puts his foot in it by trying to kiss his mate. Elsewhere in the ED, Nicole Piper (Sammy T Dobson) gets a surprise visitor, and Teddy Gown (Milo Clarke) makes a decision about his future as a paramedic, as the dynamic between Team 3006 remains fractured. Here's everything you need to know about Saturday's (June 21) episode of Casualty. Stevie is back at work but she's putting on a brave face. On her first morning back in the ED, Stevie walks into chaos as overdose patients flood the department. Flynn welcomes Stevie back and they jump into the deep end together in Resus. The countless OD patients keep them so busy, Flynn has to leave Stevie on her own. When Flynn returns, he spots Stevie's hands trembling. He takes over and later asks his friend why she didn't mention the problem and she breaks down, telling Flynn that she's sick of being seen as a warrior. As far as Stevie is concerned, she didn't fight cancer – she just survived it. Stevie admits that she's scared all of the time, and doesn't know who she is anymore. The next day, Stevie and Flynn find Dylan Keogh (William Beck) standing among the body bags of the patients from the last 24 hours. Stevie and Flynn spend the day together again and then enjoy a few hours of swimming. Stevie smiles while being with Flynn, due to the fact it's the first day she hasn't woken up with pain in her hands. They enjoy a genuine moment, but Flynn ruins it by trying to kiss Stevie. Nicole's foster mother Maggie arrives in the ED and asks her to look after Cassie, her foster daughter. When Maggie dies, Nicole refuses to entertain the idea of Cassie living with her. That evening, Nicole sees Cassie getting into a suspicious looking car outside the ED, but will she give in and let Cassie move in? As her struggle continues, Ngozi (Adesuwa Oni) heads to the pharmacy to collect the morning after pill. Nicole, who is watching this unfold, is upset to realise her ex is having sex. Following Iain Dean's (Michael Stevenson) secondment offer at Hart, Faith (Kirsty Mitchell) tries to enlist Jan (Di Botcher) in a bid to persuade him to not go. However, Iain sees time at Hart as his calling, so Jan accepts the decision. More Trending Unfortunately, she'll be in for another surprise when Teddy decides to join Iain for the trial, frustrated at the tension between the paramedics. Rash (Neet Mohan) continues to enjoy Sunny's presence at the hospital but when he tries to ask her out, it goes disastrously wrong and he chickens out! View More » MORE: 'Mind-bending' horror film available to stream for free as sequel wows critics MORE: Ruth Jones TV return confirmed after Gavin and Stacey with 'irresistible' period drama MORE: Heston Blumenthal breaks down in tears as son admits: 'Talking to you was horrible'
Sky News AU
11 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Sky News AU
'Going back to my roots': Aussie supermodel Jess Hart says she wants to raise her children, Baby-Rae and Glorious, in Ballarat after decades overseas
Australian supermodel Jess Hart has revealed she plans to return home and raise her children in Australia, after spending more than two decades living abroad. The 39-year-old, who was born in Sydney and raised in Melbourne, has lived overseas since she was a teenager, first moving to Paris at age 15 to pursue her modelling career after winning Dolly magazine's Model Search in 2000. Hart's career took off quickly, with high-profile campaigns for brands including Victoria's Secret, Guess, L'Oréal, Louis Vuitton and Max Mara. She's graced the pages of Vogue and Sports Illustrated, and called cities like London, New York and Los Angeles home. But now, with four-year-old daughter Baby-Rae, three-year-old son Glorious, and 11-year-old stepdaughter Wren in tow, Hart says she's preparing to lay down roots back in Victoria. "I want my children to be half-Australian and half-American- not just Americans with Australian passports," she told Harper's Bazaar. "I want them to be immersed in Australian culture and grow up the way we did." The supermodel, known for her cheeky gap-toothed grin, is reportedly eyeing a permanent base near Ballarat in regional Victoria- the same area where her late mother Rae's family once lived. Rae tragically died in January 2023 after a battle with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), a neurodegenerative disorder formerly known as Lou Gehrig's disease. "It would make my mum so happy," Hart said. "[The region is] where her family had homes. I'm going back to my roots, my heritage." She also revealed she's currently exploring schooling options that would allow the family to split their time between both countries. While it's unclear whether Hart and her longtime partner, American NASCAR driver James Kirkham, are still together, she's made no secret of her desire to reconnect with Australia. In September, Hart starred in a Qantas campaign alongside First Nations model Charlee Fraser, with creative direction from Baz Luhrmann and Catherine Martin. When asked what she misses most about home, Hart quickly responded: "My friends and family." More recently, the supermodel shared a string of sweet snaps from her trip back to Australia on Instagram, including time spent at Sydney's Crown with her children. "Three little monkeys…. Just busy creating winter memories in Australia," she captioned the post. She also made an appearance at Australian Fashion Week in May, opening the Bianca Spender show to the delight of fashion insiders.
Otago Daily Times
19 hours ago
- Otago Daily Times
Liquor store hit by students drinking less
A North Dunedin liquor store owner says his business has been hit by students consuming less alcohol. Leith Liquorland was up before a district licensing committee yesterday for an application to renew its off-licence. The application faced objections from police, Ministry of Health delegate Anthony Whipp, and Bede Crestani, the father of University of Otago student Sophia Crestani who died at a Dunedin flat party in 2019, over its proposed trading hours. The store is licensed to sell alcohol between 9am and 10pm, seven days a week, but the objectors wanted that to be reduced to 9pm. During the hearing, committee chairman Colin Weatherall said while he understood the need for the committee to focus on issues relating to alcohol harm, he felt there needed to be a wider discussion about issues such as drug-related harm. Leith Liquorland owner Chris Hart agreed. "It's a huge frustration as a retailer. "Five years ago, I didn't know what MDMA was." When the ODT later asked him to clarify his "frustration", Mr Hart said it was a frustration "that all these things get brought into the same conversation when they're totally different". Alcohol harm prevention officer Sergeant Steve Jones said the changing drug landscape was outside the remit of the committee's decision-making, but needed to be mentioned. "I think as a collective, the agencies and the licensed premises community, building awareness around the impact of drugs and providing education is the way forward." Mr Hart agreed and pointed to research that showed young people were drinking less. Asked whether the decline in young people drinking had led to a decline in sales, Mr Hart said this was the case. In his opening statement, Mr Hart told the committee he was a "safety first" retailer who cared about the community and viewed his liquor licence "as a privilege, not a right". He said he was a proactive retailer who took measures to minimise harm, such as not selling single-serve alcohol, and taking steps to remove all Nitro 1.5 litre drinks from the premises a few years ago due to health concerns. He said "75%" of alcohol at the store was sold in cans as opposed to glass bottles, while the staff had regular refresher training about their responsibilities. Asked about the potential for more harm if the store was open for longer, Mr Hart said he dealt with "more refusals" between 4pm and 7pm than he did from 9pm to 10pm. Serious incidents were dealt with, but "nine times out 10" these people did not cause much trouble after they were warned or refused entry. He did not operate every night until 10pm, he said. Mr Crestani told the committee recent emergency department data showed higher presentation numbers when off-licences were open for longer. He asked for a closing time of 9pm, but also said there needed to be a national approach to such issues, and more of a level playing field. "What I've seen in the applicant's document is that he is a good operator." Sgt Jones said there were "high levels of trust and confidence in the applicant". However, he said the area he operated in had "high vulnerability". The broader community had made it clear they had issues with broken glass, Sgt Jones said. He also focused on the proposed operating hours and hinted at the prevalence of alcohol-fuelled poor behaviour after 9pm. The committee reserved its decision.
