HOT WRESTLER OF THE WEEK: Randy Orton

Hello there! I had to take a short break, but I'm back with the next hottie in my Hot Wrestler of the Week series. This week's guy is a personal favorite of mine. He is amazing in the ring and has the body of a chiseled Greek god. We're both from St. Louis and were in high school at the same time, although in neighboring districts. I like to pretend this means we could have been friends. Ladies and gents I give you Randy Orton.

STATS
From: St. Louis, Missouri
Age: 34
Promotion: WWE
Height: 6'5
Weight: 245

Although Randy is young, he's a veteran of the WWE. He's been with the company going on thirteen years, and he's been a top star for nearly that entire time. On TV he's been an (sort of kayfabe) entitled third-generation wrestler, handpicked for championship shots. 

He's been a (kayfabe) legend killer where he took out the stars of yesterday in brutal fashion. 

 

And he's been a sadistic, crazy bad ass, ruled by the voices in his head that tell him to drop any and everybody with his finisher - the RKO. (Jury is still out on whether or not this part is kayfabe)

What's the RKO you ask? It's a cutter where the victim has his gead gripped and driven into the mat. It's hard to put into words so here's some gifs.

 

I'd like to take an RKO, just once to see what it's like. I'd survive, right?

 On second thought, I'd rather not fall off a ladder and have my face smashed into a wrestling ring, so I'm gonna skip it.







It's a cool move and it often happens *cough* out of nowhere. There was even a hysterical series of RKO Vines that went around last year. Some of these look painful, so if you're squeamish, skip it.

Randy's quick movements in the ring along with his writhing, I mean errr... slithering have earned him the nickname The Viper. Randy often finds someway to get in trouble outside of the ring and has a mouth on him that causes him to get bleeped! on camera a lot of times (naughty bad boy!) but I think his mannerisms and move set are one of the best. The fact that he looks like this is just icing on the cake. Cake that I'm sure he never eats with abs like that.

 

Did you notice the sheen to his glorious abs? Here's another look in case you missed it.

They shine because he really likes to oil up before matches. The man glistens under the lights. I mean seriously, I don't know how he keeps from throwing himself belly down on the ramp and going down it like a slip and slide. I like it, but I can't help but tease. Sir Oilyness inspired me to make this sign for a live event I went to a couple years back. Sadly, he didn't select me for the job.







Sigh. I guess I'll have to continue to admire him from afar. Like in his match this Sunday at Wrestlemania, where he takes on a growing favorite of mine, Seth Rollins. Can't wait until this Sunday to see more of Mr. Orton? Then feast your eyes on the pics, gifs and video below.

Maybe he has an ouchie there that I could help him with? I have Band-Aids

Who gave this poor man a wedgie?

Randy in a shirt AND pants is a rare occurrence. This is from the WWE film he starred in, Twelve Rounds: Reloaded

 

Thanks for reading!

*With the exception of the baby oil pic, none of the images or videos are mine. I borrowed them because they're pretty, but they remain the property of their owners.

HOT WRESTLER OF THE WEEK: Roman Reigns

As I write my romance series set in the world of professional wrestling, I will be creating all original characters. But, I still like to look at the real ones for inspiration. I know that some of you know of who these guys are. But some of you are, as my friend Denise puts it, wrestling virgins. So each week, I'll do a hot wrestler of the week profile. That way, everyone can get to know some of these wrestling gods. This week, the 2015 WWE Royal Rumble winner: Roman Reigns.

STATS
From: Florida
Age: 29
Promotion: WWE
Height: 6'3
Weight: 265

Roman is, as the announcers like to say, a power house. As a member of The Shield, the greatest faction ever, (Oops! My bias is showing) he was the muscle that put an emphatic end cap on the beatings his brothers, Dean Ambrose and Seth Rollins, dished out to opponents. He often puts guys down with a Spear, aka a running tackle. This move makes sense for him, since he played football in college.

Roman is also a member of the esteemed Anoa'i family, a powerful Samoan wrestling dynasty. Its members include The Wild Samoans, Yokuzuna, The Usos, Rikishi, and more. In fact, wrestling and Hollywood superstar Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, is Roman's cousin by marriage.

The Rock and Roman Reigns

The Rock raising Roman's hand in victory after the Royal Rumble

It's an exciting time for Roman Reigns, as he's chosen to be the next big thing for WWE. He'll have a bit of a struggle, since some of the fans aren't behind him. But that adversity is what builds a wrestler's character and makes their rise interesting to watch.






Roman is definitely gifted athletically.

Ring Apron Drop Kick

Superman Punch

But he's also very pretty! Thanks to his long, luscious locks, he's been given the nickname Samoan Silky. I think you can see why.

Unfortunately he's currently wrestling all covered up. But this is what he looks like when he stops being bashful and shows a little skin.

Well, I think my work this week is done. But before I go, put a bomb shield over your ovaries to keep them from exploding, because I've got a few more pics for ya.

Is this guy a freaking model?!

Getting ready to go out to the ring.

Want to see Roman Reigns in action? Check him out every Monday on RAW at 8/7 on USA. Or take a gander at the below clip. Thanks for reading!

Thanks to creators of pics, gifs, and videos. None of the images used are my own.

HOT WRESTLER OF THE WEEK: Dolph Ziggler

As I write my romance series set in the world of professional wrestling, I will be creating all original characters. But, I still like to look at the real ones for inspiration. I know that some of you know of who these guys are. But some of you are, as my friend Denise puts it, wrestling virgins. So each week, I'll do a hot wrestler of the week profile. That way, everyone can get to know some of these wrestling gods. Next up, the master of the Ziggle Wiggle, Dolph Ziggler

STATS
From: Ohio
Age: 34
Promotion: WWE
Height: 6'0

The Ziggle Wiggle

Weight: 213












Dolph Ziggler is a great talent. He's been a fan of professional wrestling since he was a kid. In college he did amateur wrestling, setting a goal at his school for most career wins. On Colt Cabana's Art of Wrestling Podcast, he tells a hilarious story of how he convinced his wrestling team to come out to music just like they do in WWE.

Today, Ziggler is a baby face, or good guy. He's a top guy but not the top guy. But, he's on his way. Ziggler is definitely a crowd favorite. The internet wrestling community (IWC) is filled with people wanting the WWE to *push Ziggler. And he's worthy of it. He's a small guy in comparison to many of the giants in professional wrestling. (I met him in person once and was surprised at how "small" he is.) But he makes up for his size with charisma, talent out the wazoo, and a willingness to take insane hits.

Great Height on Ziggler's Drop Kick

Taking a Power Bomb Onto a Ladder

And unsurprisingly, Dolph and his Ziggle Wiggle are very popular eye candy. He's got a sculpted jawline, roughened by the perfect amount of stubble, a great physique, and other assets.

                    As it says on his spankies, he likes to show off. So I'm gonna let him do it. Enjoy!

        Dolph as Intercontinental Champion

 

 

Want to see Ziggler in action? Check out the below video, or watch him live on Monday Night RAW on USA 8/7 pm.

*A push in wrestling is when a wrestler gets put into top storylines, is chosen to win, and generally made into a star for the promotion.

Thank you to the creators of the pics, gifs, and videos used in this blog post. None of the images used are my own.