What Vince McMahon Didn't Know...

Source: PWInsider.com

Stone Cold Steve Austin was on Loveline (Dr. Drew Pinsky's nationally syndicated radio program) last night, promoting the release of Damage. He was on for the full 2 hours but he only discussed wrestling briefly.

When a caller asked him about his experience hosting RAW this week he said that it was a little weird trying to do his character in a PG world and that Vince was unaware that Austin would be drinking beer in the ring (though Stone Cold didn't know that until after he did it).

Stone Cold participated in answering a number of odd "love" related questions but he did not discuss his personal life in any detail. I'm fairly certain that the show was broadcast live last night west of Colorado, but radio stations east of Colorado that air Loveline will broadcast Stone Cold's appearance tonight (generally that is how Loveline works).

All in all, Stone Cold was pretty entertaining, but it was quite obvious during the discussion that his wrestling days are over and he is focused now on acting (not that anyone reading the site should be surprised by that). When asked if he will be ever returning to the ring, he basically said never say never, but he feel that it is extremely unlikely.

Austin Attack of The Show on G4 Appearence

Former WWE Champion "Stone Cold" Steve Austin appeared on tonight's edition of Attack of the Show on G4 promoting the DVD release of Damage. You can catch a replay of the broadcast at 1:00 a.m., 4:00 a..m and noon tomorrow.

Austin on Good Day LA & Other Updates

Source: Wrestling-Edge.com

“Stone Cold” Steve Austin appeared on Good Day LA this morning promoting the DVD release of Damage, which is out next Tuesday. Jim Ross revealed on his Twitter account that Austin will be appearing on the syndicated radio call-in program Loveline this evening (airing from 1 a.m. to 3 a.m. ET).

Video: FULL Austin on George Lopez

Video: Austin Opening Monday Night RAW

Austin News Haul

Source: ProWrestling.net
Ross on Steve Austin: "I talked with Steve this weekend and he was really excited about being back on Raw and feeling that live audience, adrenaline rush that one experiences. I cannot name any wrestler who better connected with their audience than did Stone Cold Steve Austin and I've seen a few in my day. I even think Steve was going down from LA to San Diego on Sunday, he's still old school, to be ready to rock the house Monday night. Obviously, WWE will be promoting the film 'Damage' starring Stone Cold that will be out on DVD on March 23 which is only 8 days from now."


Source: PWTorch.com

Tonight's WWE Raw guest host "Stone Cold" Steve Austin said in an interview tonight that he's not sure if he'll be at WrestleMania 26 this year, but he hopes to be at the Hall of Fame.

Austin will be on a publicity tour this week and next week promoting the DVD release of his "Damage" movie that could cause a scheduling conflict on being involved in WrestleMania.

"You know, I don't even know if I'm going to be there. I'm still working on that at least being at the Hall of Fame," Austin said on the Fight Show radio show tonight. "I was so proud to go into the Hall of Fame myself. I'm doing a swing (promoting "Damage") through L.A., New York, Philadelphia, and Harvard for a day."

Austin was asked about his role tonight on Raw and Austin joked that he can't stun everyone in the ring, but he should be involved in some fun angles being part of the show again after being away for a while.

"It's going to be interesting going on Monday Night Raw tonight. I haven't been around for a while," Austin said. "We're about that two-week countdown heading to WrestleMania. It's not like I can go out and stun the whole crew. (laughs) They're building matches and everything's coming to a head. I'm just looking forward to being in front of the crowd and saying hello."

At the end of the interview, Austin was asked about TNA competing against WWE on Monday nights. Austin said he doesn't think TNA, or any other promotion, will be able to compete against WWE, but it gives wrestlers another place to work.

"Competition is great for the wrestling business. I don't know if we'll ever re-create that Nitro-Raw War. They kicked our ass for two years, then we smoked their ass and never looked back and put 'em out of business," Austin said. "I wish the TNA people all the luck in the world because it means more of the boys have jobs and it gives fans an alternative. I don't think anyone will ever come close to really giving true competition to WWE because they're so far ahead of the game, they're rooted in their system, and they're a winner. I wish TNA all the luck in the world, but it's a totally different product."

Austin's Ex-Wife to Undergo Hip Replacement Surgery

Source: PWMania.com

The ex-wife of Steve Austin, Jeanie Clarke, who previously worked under the name Lady Blossom in World Championship Wrestling in the early 90s, was scheduled to undergo hip replacement surgery this week in her home country of England, reports the Wrestling Globe Newsletter. Clarke has suffered from osteoarthritis in her back and hip for the past several years stemming from what she believes was a bad bump during a wrestling match years ago.

Clarke is credited with helping Austin develop his "Stone Cold" persona; While he was contemplating a change in gimmick from "The Ringmaster," she told him to drink his tea before it got "stone cold," inadvertently inspiring the nickname. She has two daughters with Austin (Stephanie, now 18, and Cassidy, now 14) as well as another daughter to the late Chris Adams who was legally adopted by Austin.

The best of luck & a speedy recovery to Jeanie with her surgery!

JR Blogs: Austin Promotes Damage on Lopez Show, Harvard University NLO Induction

Source: JR's Blog

Talked to Steve Austin briefly Monday via phone. He's out promoting "Damage" which will be released and available for you to purchase on March 23. We'll head to Wal Mart for our copy, most likely. Steve is on the George Lopez Show tonight (Tuesday) on TBS.

Steve will be getting an induction into Harvard University's National Lampoon Organization. Randy Savage and John Wayne, for the record, are also honorary members.

Steve will be in Boston for the Harvard function and I hear that there may be a Stone Cold Beer Party in the works in conjunction with the festivities. This is a fun honor for Steve and the Beer Party should be a hoot. Yes, the real Stone Cold is Tweeting at steveaustinBSR.

Congrats Steve!!!

Video: Steve Austin on Lopez Tonight

Before this segment, He and George talked about Texas vs. California's Mexican food (his favorite!), ground beef vs. shreaded beef (btw, Steve & George both prefer ground beef).

Austin To Help Hart on RAW?

Source: ImpactWrestling.com via Wrestling Observer newsletter.

There is talk of using Natalya and David Hart Smith with Bret Hart in the induction for the late Stu Hart at this year's WWE Hall of Fame ceremony. Natalya and Smith would likely do an introduction with Bret doing the acceptance speech.

It remains to be seen how WWE will put Stu into the Hall of Fame, storyline-wise with Vince McMahon being against Bret Hart right now. The feeling is that Steve Austin will somehow be the one to put Stu into the Hall when he hosts RAW in a few weeks.

TV Alert: Austin To Appear on George Lopez Show Next Week

Steve Austin noted on Twitter that he will be on the George Lopez Show next week to promote his new movie Damage. The date for the show hasn't been released as of yet - TUESDAY, MARCH 9TH.

Austin Answers Fans Questions Via Twitter

Source: WrestlingRevealed.com

Steve Austin has been answering fan questions on his Twitter page (steveaustinBSR) and here are some highlights...

◦Steve Austin on Haku: sweetheart of a guy. just dont mess with him. everybody respected haku. everybody.

◦Steve Austin watches ROH: i saw a joe vs kobashi match on a roh dvd that was damn good.

◦Steve Austin on TNA catching WWE: they will never catch wwe. they need to be
different than wwe. i wish them luck. competition is good.

◦Steve Austin more on ROH: i like their show. they have a pretty good mix of talented workers. some are damn good actually.

◦Steve Austin on Mr. Kennedy being fired: i think he has a lot of potential. he needed a little more freedom to do his own thing.