Wrestlicious
| Founded | 2009[1] |
|---|---|
| Style | American Wrestling |
| Headquarters | Tampa, Florida |
| Founder(s) | Jonathan Vargas |
| Owner(s) | Jonathan Vargas |
| Website | Wrestlicious.com |
Wrestlicious is an American all-female professional wrestling promotion based in Tampa, Florida. The company was founded by Jonathan Vargas, who won a Powerball jackpot of $35.3 million in 2008.[2] It is known for its sketch comedy and has been often compared to Gorgeous Ladies of Wrestling.
Wrestlicious TakeDown
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| Created by | Jonathan Vargas |
| Country of origin |  United States |
| No. of episodes | 6 (as of March 31, 2010) |
| Production | |
| Camera setup | Multicamera setup |
| Running time | Approximately 30 minutes per episode (22 minutes and commercials) |
| Original release | |
| Network | MavTV BiteTV |
| Release | March 1, 2010[3] – present |
Wrestlicious TakeDown is the Main Television programme produced by Wrestlicious which currently runs on Dish Network, via MavTV in the United States and BiteTV in Canada, as well as in syndication. The first season consists of 13 episodes.[4] Wrestlicious TakeDown began airing on Monday with its premier episode airing on March 1, 2010[5] However it was announced the following Thursday on March 4, 2010, that the show would be moving to Wednesday.[6]
It was announced on March 27, 2010 that Wrestlicious TakeDown will begin airing on many television stations throughout the United States starting around April 1 and May 1, 2010.[7]
Vargas will appear in the show as "JV Rich", the laid back and affable Rapper-Owner of Wrestlicious. Regular features will include "JV's CRIB", a look at the goings-on inside JV's mansion frequented by the Wrestlicious girls.
Current Cast
| Talent | Real Name | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alexandra the Great | Danyah Rivietz | ||
| Amber Lively | Ashley Simmons | ||
| Amina | Unknown | ||
| Anaconda | Cher Ferrerya | ||
| Autumn Frost | Jennifer Blake | ||
| Bandita | Unknown | Also Manages Maria Toro | |
| Bootcamp Bailey | Unknown | On-Screen Trainer | |
| Brooke Lynne | Rebecca Treston | Co-Host of Wrestlicious | |
| Charity | Falycia Rose Pulver | ||
| Charlotte | Kimberly Davis | ||
| Cobra | Jeannie Kim | ||
| Cousin Cassie | Unknown | ||
| Draculetta | Shannon Spruill | ||
| Faith | Jenna Grattan | ||
| Felony | Bonnie Maxon | Managed by Officer Bubba | |
| Fran | Unknown | Half of The Lunch Ladies | |
| Gert | Mary Beth Bentley | Also acts as Trainer | |
| Glory | Christie Mathis | ||
| Hope | Nicole Matthews | ||
| Jailbait | Unknown | ||
| Jimmy Hart | Jimmy Hart | Co-Host of Wrestlicious | |
| Johnny C. | Johnny Cafarella | Producer and Emcee | |
| JV Rich | Jonathan Vargas | Founder of Wrestlicious | |
| Kandi Kisses | Elizabeth Miklosi | Managed by The GumDrops | |
| Kickstart Katie | Unknown | ||
| Kristin Astara | Kristin Eubanks | Debuting in Season 2 | |
| Lacey Von Erich | Lacey Adkisson | ||
| Leyla Milani | Leyla Milani | ||
| Lil Slamm | Unknown | ||
| Malibu Mackenzie | Lana Kinnear | ||
| Maria Toro | Mercedes Martinez | Managed by Bandita | |
| Marley | Unknown | ||
| Maui | Maria Santella | ||
| Paige Webb | Serena Deeb | ||
| Savannah | Unknown | ||
| Shauna-Na | Danielle Fenech | Managed by the Be-Bops | |
| Sierra Sherraton | Erica D'Erico | ||
| Sister Ophelia | Mary-Kate Duignan | Manager of The Naughty Girls | |
| Super Nova Toni the Top |
Nikki Tsugranes | ||
| Tyler Texas | Amy Janas | ||
| Viper | Jwaundace Candece | ||
| White Magic | Larissa Vados |
Stables and Tag Teams
| Team name | Members | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| White Magic & Draculetta | ||
| The Lunch Ladies | Fran & Gert | |
| Cousin Cassie & Tyler Texas | ||
| Jimmy's Angels | Anaconda, Cobra & Viper | |
| The Southern Belles | Charlotte & Savannah | |
| The Naughty Girls | Charity, Hope & Faith | Managed by Sister Ophelia |
References
- ^ Kamm, Grayson (2009-09-16). "Wrestling + women + $17M lottery jackpot = Wrestlicious!". St. Petersburg, Florida: USA Today. Retrieved 2010-03-27.
- ^ "Teen wins $35 million Powerball lottery jackpot". LotteryPost.com. 2008-05-20. Retrieved 2010-03-25.
- ^ Fishman, Scott (2010-03-02). "Wrestlicious Takedown debuted on March 1". Miami Herald. Retrieved 2010-03-27.
- ^ "Wrestlicious Takedown: Roster". Retrieved 2010-02-26.
- ^ Martin, Adam (2010-03-01). "Wrestlicious debuts tonight on MavTV". WrestleView.com. Retrieved 2010-03-25.
- ^ Gerweck, Steve (2010-03-04). "Wrestlicious moving to Wednesday". WrestleView.com. Retrieved 2010-03-25.
- ^ Gerweck, Steve (2010-03-27). "Wrestlicious Signs More TV Deals". Wrestleview.com. Retrieved 2010-03-27.