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
Why Sean Waltman Was Fired From WCW, Explained
Sean Waltman made a huge splash when he left WWE for WCW and joined the nWo, but his time there didn't end well.
How Sean Waltman Joined The nWo In WCW, Explained
Sean Waltman was one of the WWE stars who left the company to join WCW and the nWo. Here is how his debut into the faction went down.
Why The New Age Outlaws Broke Up In WWE, Explained
The New Age Outlaws were one of the most successful tag teams in the WWE Attitude Era but broke up at the height of their popularity.
War Games: The Real-Life Origins Of WCW's Best Gimmick Match Ever
WarGames is coming to WWE Survivor Series. As it approaches, here is a look at how the first WarGames came about in WCW with Dusty Rhodes.
Sting's Squadron Vs The Dangerous Alliance: The Story Behind The Best WCW War Games Match Ever
WCW created the WarGames match, and while there were great ones, few matched the brilliance as when Sting's Squadron fought The Dangerous Alliance.
Why Erik Watts Was Hated By WCW Fans, Explained
When Bill Watts worked as the promoter for WCW, he brought in his son Erik Watts. Here is why fans hated him from the very start.
Looking Back At Bill Watts' WCW Rule Changes That Everyone Hated
Cowboy Bill Watts came into WCW with a lot of excitement, but when he made some big rule changes, he turned most of the wrestlers against him.
Kevin Dunn's Heat With Former WWE Manager Jim Cornette, Explained
Jim Cornette can't stand WWE's Kevin Dunn. Here is what caused the intense hatred between the two men.
Lucha Libre: Why Do Mexican Wrestlers Wear A Mask?
Fans recognize one of lucha wrestling's most important gimmicks as the mask. Here is where this tradition started and why it's so important.
Why WWE Pulled Chris Jericho From The WrestleMania 2000 Main Event, Explained
Chris Jericho said he was supposed to be in the main event at WrestleMania 2000. Here is why he ended up removed from the title match.
Brian Pillman & Stone Cold's Friendship In Wrestling, Explained
Brian Pillman and Steve Austin developed a close friendship in WCW before both men moved on to WWE, and their relationship lasted to the end.
AEW: Kris Statlander's Bizarre Alien Gimmick, Explained
Kris Statlander showed up in AEW with an alien gimmick that confused fans. Here is where the alien came from and what has happened to the gimmick.
Why Larry Zbyszko Turned Heel On Bruno Sammartino In WWE, Explained
Before Andre the Giant turned on Hulk Hogan, Larry Zbyszko and Bruno Sammartino showed how to do a heel turn right.
What Led To End Of The WWE Tag Team Demolition, Explained
Demolition came into WWE as what many fans considered a Road Warriors ripoff, but became monster stars. Here is how the team fell in the end.
How A WWE SmackDown Announcer Gig Ruined Mick Foley's Relationship With Vince McMahon
Mick Foley became one of WWE's biggest stars in the Attitude Era, but when he worked as a commentator, it ruined his relationship with Vince McMahon.
Road Warrior Animal's Completely Forgotten Heel Turn In WWE, Explained
The Road Warriors were one of the most popular tag teams in history, but in 2006, WWE tried to turn Animal heel with disastrous results.
In Terms Of Championship Success, Arnold Skaaland Is The Best WWE Manager Ever
While Paul Heyman has made his case as the manager of champions, Arnold Skaaland dominated in that role for many years with more success.
18 All-Time Best Catchphrases In Wrestling, Ranked
From Stone Cold to The Rock, many of the most popular wrestlers ever have had their own signature catchphrase. Here are some of the best
The Red Rooster: A WWE Gimmick That Completely Tanked Terry Taylor's Career
Terry Taylor looked to become the next "Nature Boy" Ric Flair in wrestling, but a failed WWE gimmick destroyed his entire wrestling career.
Shawn Michaels' Wife Was The Key To One Of The Best Moments Of HBK's Career
Shawn Michaels' wife got involved in one of his storylines, and it resulted in what might be the greatest feud of HBK's entire career in WWE.