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WWE and A&E are expanding their programming partnership with the addition of two new shows in addition to new episodes of “WWE Rivals.”
First up, there is “WWE LFG” (short for “Legends & Future Greats”). The competition series will follow rising talent in pro wrestling as they vie for a WWE contract. Paul “Triple H” Levesque and Shawn Michaels will both appear in the series alongside coaches The Undertaker, Booker T, Mickie James, and Bubba Ray Dudley. Each week, the coaches will mentor the talent in weekly matches. Levesque and Michaels executive produce the series along with Lee Fitting, Ben Houser, and Jeremy Borash. Elaine Frontain Bryant and Brad Abramson serve as executive producers for A&E.
Next up, the new series “WWE’s Greatest Moments” will also launch on A&E. WWE announcer Michael Cole will host the half-hour series, which go into detail on some of the most iconic moments in the company’s history. Guests will include “Stone Cold” Steve Austin, Hulk Hogan, Kevin Owens, and more.
Popular on Variety “WWE’s Greatest Moments” will feature legendary play-by-play announcer Michael Cole hosting half-hour episodes with various WWE Superstars & Legends, including “Stone Cold” Steve Austin, Hulk Hogan, Kevin Owens and others, to share vivid recollections and perspectives on the most remarkable moments in wrestling history.
“A&E has proved to be an excellent home for WWE content, and we’re excited to partner with their fantastic team on these new show concepts and the latest season of WWE Rivals,” said Levesque.
The new episodes of “Rivals” will focus on feuds between superstars like Hulk Hogan and Ultimate Warrior, as well as Roman Reigns vs. Seth Rollins.
Levesque also executive produces “Rivals” and “Greatest Moments” along with Fitting, Houser and Marc Pomarico. Frontain Bryant, Abramson, and Jonathan Partridge serve as executive producers of both shows for A&E.
“Literally filled with blood, sweat, and tears, there’s never been a series that combines in-ring action, behind-the-scenes reality, high-stakes drama, and some of WWE’s greatest icons all in one package,” said Rob Sharenow, president of programming at A+E Networks. ” From total unknowns to legends, ‘LFG’ will give viewers a raw, ground-up, 360-degree view of what it truly takes to make it in the WWE. Our collaboration with WWE has clearly struck a chord with audiences, and we’re excited to continue producing premium content that resonates with a diverse viewership.”
WWE-themed series and specials to air exclusively on A&E platforms and to be distributed worldwide by A+E Networks. All three series are produced for A&E by WWE.
