Below are some top TNA & WWE news stories of the day.
• TNA Wrestling has signed former WWE NXT backstage interviewer McKenzie Mitchell (wife of NXT commentator Vic Joseph).
They issued the following press release:
“TNA Wrestling confirmed today that it has signed McKenzie Mitchell as the company’s new ring announcer, as first reported by Sports Illustrated.
McKenzie was an on-screen personality and interviewer for TNA for three years, then signed with the WWE in September 2019. She left WWE in late-2023 and returned to TNA for the Genesis pay-per-view in Dallas on January 19, 2025.
Behind The Microphone With … McKenzie Mitchell
– McKenzie has been an international television host for nearly a decade. She started her career as the emcee for Ole Miss Athletics while gaining a broadcast degree; she has been seen on several notable networks, including USA Network, Fox, Peacock, HSN and more.
– She was a backstage correspondent for WWE NXT for 4 years and WWE Live event host and digital host.
– McKenzie is the founder and owner of Headline by MM, an edgy statement jewelry company which has been seen on some of the biggest stars, including Seth Rollins, Roxanne Perez, Lainey Wilson and others. Headline by MM opened its flagship store on Music Row in Nashville, Tennessee.
– Enjoys spending time with her husband, two dogs Maverick and Millie, and traveling the world.”
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• At last night’s RAW in Charlotte, North Carolina, Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes fulfilled a young girl’s wish in a big way.
After defeating Carmelo Hayes in a dark match, Rhodes spotted the fan’s sign, which her parent had tweeted about earlier. Not only did he autograph it, but he also brought her into the ring for a special moment.
Here’s what The American Nightmare tweeted:
Found ya ❤️
Charlotte, NC… you were incredible tonight!
until next time #WWERaw https://t.co/znPUJRe1nM pic.twitter.com/Y2gNpQQ6lv
— Cody Rhodes (@CodyRhodes) February 18, 2025
