WWE Tough Enough 3

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WWE Tough Enough 3: An Interview with Chad Angeli, by Mike DeGeorge: Chad was the first person cut from Tough Enough 3, but he was still there for three weeks before it occurred and has plenty to tell. He looked good in the ring and he says he came to work hard, so what happened?

WWE Tough Enough, March 28 Update: Scott Responds to Nick, Plus New Matches for Several Contestants, by Mike DeGeorge: TE3's Scott was less than pleased to see some of Nick's comments in our recent interview, and had some choice words in response. Also, updates on several past contestants and where you can find them wrestling!

WWE Tough Enough 3: An Interview with Nick Distelbrink, by Mike DeGeorge: Moreso than anyone else on Tough Enough 3, Nick Distelbrink seemed to get a raw deal when it came to editing. What was the story behind his injury? His comments about Kelly? Is there more to these stories than met the eye? See for yourself as Mike gets to the bottom of it all.

WWE Tough Enough, March 21 Update: Photos from Matt’s Match, the Future of ‘Tough Enough,’ and More!, by Mike DeGeorge: TE3 winner Matt promised photos from his match against Rico, and he delivered! Plus, will there be a TE4? And other news from the Tough Enough world!

WWE Tough Enough, March 15 Update: Matt; Linda; and Jonah vs. Danny, by Mike DeGeorge: This week we have updates for former Tough Enough contestants including Jonah and Danny starting off on the same team but then fighting each other. Plus, Matt Morgan's storyline is continuing in the OVW and Linda had a match as well.

WWE Tough Enough 3: An Interview with Scott Chong, by Mike DeGeorge: Scott Chong was one of the, um, more interesting contenders on WWE Tough Enough 3. He ended up at the hospital twice, called a girl he hadn't talked to in a while, and had some alcohol issues. But he came through it all and became well-liked by many viewers and his fellow participants. Mike DeGeorge had a chance to talk to him about the show and what he's up to these days.

WWE Tough Enough, March 7 Update: Matt, Jonah, Hawk, and More!, by Mike DeGeorge: Mike is back with more updates on former contestants from WWE Tough Enough. Matt Cappotelli had his third match, Jonah has some coming up, Matt Morgan has a good storyline brewing, and Hawk is trying out for another reality TV show, among other news!

WWE Tough Enough 3: An Interview with Winner Matt Cappotelli, by Mike DeGeorge: Matt Cappotelli was one of the winners in the third Tough Enough series. Here Mike DeGeorge talks to him about who he is, how faith plays a role in his life and future WWE career, what he thought of his time on the show, and much more!

WWE Tough Enough, February 24 Update, by Mike DeGeorge: TE3 winner Matt Cappotelli had his first match, as did Jonah Adelman. Plus some more news from around the Tough Enough world!

WWE Tough Enough, February 12 Update, by Mike DeGeorge: This week, Mike has updates on news stories and interviews, indy shows featuring a number of the former Tough Enough contestants, and perhaps a hint at an answer to the Bob Holly/Matt incident.

Tough Enough 3, February 7 Update: Backstage Info and Matt & John’s First Match, by Mike DeGeorge: A lot has happened in just the short time since the live finale. TE3 winners Matt & John had their first match - and a couple of special visits. Plus we had several shows and interviews to take us behind the scenes about various aspects of the show. Mike brings you up to date on all the news right here.

Live from the WWE Tough Enough 3 Finale – Mike Takes You There, by Mike DeGeorge: Mike DeGeorge and Dale Sherman had the opportunity to attend the live finale of WWE Tough Enough 3 in New York last week. Here is Mike's play-by-play on the trip, including who he met, what they said, and why "Harvard" Chris Nowinski looks so mad in that photo to the right.

Live from the WWE Tough Enough 3 Finale – Dale Adds His Experiences, by Dale Sherman: Mike and Dale attended the live finale of WWE Tough Enough 3. You may thought you know everything that happened from Mike's article, but the two were not always together and Dale saw some things that Mike didn't. Read on to find out more.

WWE Tough Enough 3, The Finale: And the Winners Are…, by Sting7: After six months of training, it comes down to now! The Tough Enough 3 Finale! One will be cut by the fans, two will be declared Tough Enough! Jamie, the last remaining female, looks pretty tough, but how does she do?

WWE Tough Enough 3: Looking Back and Final Predictions, by Mike DeGeorge & Dale Sherman: It’s almost time for the WWE Tough Enough 3 finale, which means it is time for a final look back at the contestants who are no longer on the show plus a look ahead with some predictions for the finale!

WWE Tough Enough 3, Episode 13: Surprises!, by Mike DeGeorge: It’s the last few days of training, and the remaining contestants are pulling out all the stops. So, for that matter, are the hosts, who bring in several special guests – including Ric Flair– and bring the wrestling hopefuls to a great Smackdown show. Plus, see what Mike has to say about the whole Bob Holly/Matt thing last week, and look for his big announcement at the end of the article.

WWE Tough Enough 3, Episode 12: Hard Lessons Learned, by Mike DeGeorge: This may very well be the best episode of Tough Enough ever. Previous trainers and winners come to visit, talking about the lessons they have learned and, in the case of Matt, showing how hard some lessons can be…

WWE Tough Enough 3, Episode 11: In the Stratus-phere, by Mike DeGeorge: Several of the Tough Enough contestants are having confidence crises. Will a visit from Trish Stratus jolt them back into the proper frame of mind, or will it have, um, other effects? We have another cut this week, but it could be almost anybody.

The 2002 Year-End ‘Tough Enough’ Awards, by Mike DeGeorge: As the end of the year arrives, it is of course time to look back on 2002 and determine the best and worst moments from the Tough Enough series. Let's take a look at the big winners… and losers.

WWE Tough Enough 3, Episode 10: Don’t Jump!, by Mike DeGeorge: The Tough Enough crew is back from Iceland, and it's time for more training and practical jokes. They have leapfrogs for some minor jumping, but then they have to do the big jumps. Are they ready?

WWE Tough Enough 3, Episode 9: Group Dynamics, by Mike DeGeorge: Why is Al dressed in a ridiculous getup that makes him look like a member of the Icelandic Village People? Because the Tough Enough gang is still in Iceland, where they eat horrible food and maybe even begin coming together as a group. Plus, take a look at the rankings of numerous previous TE contestants in the 2002 Rec-Sport-Pro-Wrestling Awards.

WWE Tough Enough 3, Episode 8: Did We Mention that Kelly’s Back Hurts?, by Mike DeGeorge: Scott is gone, and Kelly's back hurts. It's time for revenge on Jonah, and Kelly's back hurts. Have to fly to Iceland, and Kelly's back hurts. Do you sense a theme?

WWE Tough Enough 3, Episode 7: A Bag, a Rib, and a Cut, by Dale Sherman: Week Seven of Tough Enough 3 finds both Scott and Kelly worried about being cut from the competition and doing little to elevate those concerns. Meanwhile, Big announces a trip and a cut will come soon, while Jonah finds he cannot hide his physical problem from the trainers any longer. All this, plus someone plays a practical joke on the cast and it is not one of the trainers. Dale Sherman sits in for a vacationing Mike DeGeorge for the recap.

WWE Tough Enough 3, Episode 6: I Have An Owwwieeee!, by Mike DeGeorge: As we move into our sixth episode of Tough Enough 3, we have a few storylines going on. First, Scott calls the girl of his dreams, who doesn’t even know he exists. Can this possibly have a happy ending? Some of the other guys get to have their own girlfriends visit, though. But Nick has an owie – he hurt his elbow and hopes it won’t mean he gets cut today…

WWE Tough Enough 3, Episode 5: It’s All God’s Fault, by Mike DeGeorge: We continue with the saga of Rebekah, her mother, and God. God wants Rebekah to win, but God also wants her mother to lose her house. God is one busy guy. So does she stay or does she go? Meanwhile, the contestants get not one, but two visitors. Tommy Dreamer beats the heck out of Scott (uh oh, hospital again?) and Rey Misterio tells them to respect the mask.

WWE Tough Enough 3, Episode 4: Holier Than Thou, by Mike DeGeorge: We finally have a week where there is a cut (rather than a voluntary exit). But who will it be? Jonah, who can’t seem to get the hang of things? Chad, who admits to having no personality? Scott, who gets injured every single day? Or Rebekah, who attacks her un-Christian fellows and then shakes her groove thing?

WWE Tough Enough 3, Episode 3: A Classic Episode, by Mike DeGeorge: If you wanted to know what kind of material would go into Mike's view of a good WWE Tough Enough 3 episode, this is it. This episode showed them wrestling, having fun, dealing with each other, dealing with the training… a little of everything. Of course, there is also the problem with Lisa…

The Reality TV Hall of Shame: Don't Pity the Quitter: Tough Enough 3's Jill, by Sting7: Jill wanted to be a wrestler - she wanted to be on WWE Tough Enough 3. She applied, and made it to the round of 75. She worked hard, making it to the round of 25. She kept right on working, doing better than many and making it to the house - she was on the show. She trained through pain. So what did she do to end up in the Hall of Shame? Read on for the shameful story.

WWE Tough Enough 3, Episode 2: Quitter, by Mike DeGeorge: Jonah and Jill went up the hill to get a little action. But Jonah was taken, and Jill was shaken, so Jill, she went a packin'.

WWE Tough Enough 3: Introducing Trainer Bill DeMott, by Mike DeGeorge: Bill DeMott is one of the trainers for WWE Tough Enough 3. Join Mike as he takes a look back at DeMott's career - the storylines, the matches, the bad angles, you name it.

The Reality TV Hall of Shame: Blowing His Big Chance: Tough Enough 3's Wendell, by Mike DeGeorge: Tough Enough, like other reality shows, has provided no shortage of potential Hall of Shame entries. Yet Wendell, who didn't even make it to the regular cast, is the first induction from the show. Why? Read on.

WWE Tough Enough 3, Episode 1: A Very Tough (Enough) First Few Days, by Mike DeGeorge: It starts with 75 hopefuls and is quickly cut down to 25. Those 25 are put through the wringer - and the ring - in order to make sure the 13 finalists are ready for the Tough Enough process. Some have the intestinal fortitude to make it, while others, well, act like Wendell. Let's see who makes the cut.

WWE Tough Enough October 14 Update: News on TE3 and Josh’s New Gig, by Mike DeGeorge: Josh from Tough Enough 1 has a new gig – columns for the TE website and commentary on WWE Byte This! From his first show and other sources, we also have news on the upcoming TE3!

WWE Releases Information on Tough Enough 3, by Mike DeGeorge: The WWE has released information on the 25 contestants who will be vying for the judges' attention to be on Tough Enough 3 -- plus other info related to the show. Read on for more details.

WWE Tough Enough: Exclusive Interview with Producer and Host John “Big” Gaburik, by Mike DeGeorge: John “Big” Gaburick is perhaps the most public face of Tough Enough. In this interview, exclusive to RealityNewsOnline, Big talks to Mike DeGeorge about past winners, the trainers, the upcoming season (including scoops on where they will be going, who will be guest starring, and if the rumor about one contestant having problems is correct), and much more.

Tough Enough October 7 Update: TE3 Contestant Flips Out? Linda/Jackie Match Stinks Out. And More!, by Mike DeGeorge: Always keeping you up to date on Tough Enough news, we have word that a TE3 contestant may have completely flipped out, updates on Maven and Harvard Chris, a really bad Jackie/Linda match, and more.

Tough Enough September 10 Update: Hugh Morrus a Trainer for TE3; Jackie, Harvard Chris, and Matt in the OVW; and More!, by Mike DeGeorge: Mike is back with more news on the previous and upcoming WWE Tough Enough series. We find out more about one of the trainers and Lance Storm (shown at right), who will be appearing as a guest. And we look back to see what some of the previous contestants are up to now.

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