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About Shawn S. Lealos

Shawn S. Lealos is a freelance writer who received his Bachelor's degree in Journalism from the University of Oklahoma. He has worked as a journalist for over 20 years, first in the world of print journalism before moving to online media as the world changed. Shawn is also a published author, with a non-fiction book about the Stephen King Dollar Baby Filmmakers. He is also a lifelong wrestling fan, watching since the territory days in the 1980s. Follow him on Twitter @sslealos.

Favorite Active Wrestler

AEW: Ricky Starks
WWE: Cody Rhodes / Tommaso Ciampa

Favorite Retired Wrestler

Tie: Shawn Michaels / Sting

Favorite Wrestling Storyline

Von Erichs vs. Freebirds

Latest Articles

Chris Candido with Sunny
WWE
The Tragic Death Of Wrestling Legend Chris Candido, Explained

Chris Candido had a tough life as he rose up the ranks of WWE and ECW, but his death was a tragic one that came outside of the ring in an accident.

The 17 Best Trios Teams In WWE History
WWE
The 17 Best Trios Teams In WWE History

There have been some popular trios throughout WWE history that left their mark on the industry!

Kerry Von Erich in NWA and his family
NWA
Looking Back On Kerry Von Erich's Brief NWA Championship Reign

Kerry Von Erich beat Ric Flair for the NWA World Championship in one of the biggest shows in territory history, but his reign remains mostly forgotten

10 Things You Didn't Know About Kerry Von Erich
WWE
10 Things You Didn't Know About Kerry Von Erich

Kerry Von Erich is a Texas wrestling legend & a former WWE Intercontinental Champion. Let's learn more about this wrestler who thrived in WCCW!

15 Most Dangerous Wrestlers In WWE History, Ranked
WWE
15 Most Dangerous Wrestlers In WWE History, Ranked

WWE has been the home of numerous tough & dangerous superstars throughout the company's history.

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WWE
The 25 Heaviest Wrestlers In WWE History

WWE has always been the land of the giants, but these massive wrestlers tower over their competition with height and weight.

The 10 Lightest Wrestlers In WWE History
WWE
The 10 Lightest Wrestlers In WWE History

Usually, when we think of WWE wrestlers, we think of the biggest fighters possible, but the light ones can do just as well.

17 Scariest WWE Wrestlers Ever
WWE
18 Scariest WWE Wrestlers Ever

WWE has a strong history of supernatural and scary characters. Here are the most fearsome wrestlers in company history.

Impact Wrestling Top 19 Absolute Worst Storylines In TNA History
TNA
The 19 Absolute Worst Storylines In TNA History

TNA has been in the wrestling business for over two decades, but these various storylines from their long history are terrible.

WWE Hall of Fame Every Female Inductee, Ranked
WWE
WWE Hall Of Fame: Every Female Inductee, Ranked

Women's wrestling in WWE is at an all-time high right now, no doubt thanks to these incredible wrestlers who've been inducted into the Hall of Fame.

All Of John Cena's WrestleMania Matches, Ranked Worst To Best
All Of John Cena's WrestleMania Matches, Ranked Worst To Best

John Cena has one of the biggest WrestleMania legacies in WWE history, but not all of his matches at the PPV are classics.

The Oldest Active Wrestlers In WWE History, Ranked By Age
WWE
The Oldest Active Wrestlers In WWE History, Ranked By Age

Age is just a number to these WWE Superstars. A really big number.

Every Bret Hart WWE Championship Reign, Ranked-1
Every Bret Hart WWE Championship Reign, Ranked

Title reigns in WWE are no joke, and Bret Hart's iron grip on his championships should be given the recognition they deserve.

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CM Punk's Controversial WWE Departure & Return, Explained

CM Punk may have returned to WWE, but his departure from the company was highly controversial and needs explaining.

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WWE
15 Wrestlers With The Most Losses In WWE History

Some wrestlers lose more than others, especially if they are heels. Here are the WWE wrestlers with the most ever losses in company history.

Logan Paul and The Rock
Logan Paul's Complicated Relationship With Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, Explained

Logan Paul said that The Rock was an idol for him, but after one poorly thought-out social media stunt, The Rock broke off contact.

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WWE
The Tragedy & Legacy Of Kerry Von Erich, Explained

Kerry Von Erich was one of the biggest stars in the territories, but thanks to an accident and personal issues, he ended up taking his own life.

MJF and Lance Von Erich.
MJF
Lance Von Erich, The Fake Von Erich Cousin & MJF's Movie Role, Explained

Lance Von Erich was the fake cousin of the legendary Von Erich wrestling family and was played by AEW wrestler MJF in The Iron Claw film.

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WWE
5 Wrestling Free Agents We Want In WWE (& 5 In AEW)

With so many major wrestling free agents on the market, there are names that we want to see sign with WWE or AEW.

AEW's tallest wrestlers montage.
AEW
The 13 Tallest Wrestlers Currently In AEW

While AEW's roster features wrestlers of all shapes and sizes, there are some massive individuals who tower over the rest.

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