Wrestling

WWE® Provides COVID-19 Business Update

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Wednesday, April 15, 2020
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WWE (NYSE: WWE) today provided an update on measures taken by the Company in response to the current impact of COVID-19 on the organization.

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  • WWE (NYSE: WWE) today provided an update on measures taken by the Company in response to the current impact of COVID-19 on the organization.
  • Due to COVID-19 and current government mandated impacts on WWE and the media business generally, the Company went through an extensive evaluation of its operations over the past several weeks.
  • WWE, a publicly traded company (NYSE: WWE), is an integrated media organization and recognized leader in global entertainment.
  • Trademarks: All WWE programming, talent names, images, likenesses, slogans, wrestling moves, trademarks, logos and copyrights are the exclusive property of WWE and its subsidiaries.

WWE® to Adjourn Annual Meeting Due to COVID-19 Concerns

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Thursday, April 9, 2020
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The Annual Meeting is scheduled to occur at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time on Thursday April 16, 2020.

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  • The Annual Meeting is scheduled to occur at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time on Thursday April 16, 2020.
  • The Annual Meeting will be convened and then immediately adjourned to a time and place that will be announced at the meeting and by press release.
  • Stockholders should comply with applicable restrictions and not attend the Annual Meeting on April 16.
  • WWE, a publicly traded company (NYSE: WWE), is an integrated media organization and recognized leader in global entertainment.

WWE® to Report First Quarter 2020 Results

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Tuesday, April 7, 2020
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WWE (NYSE: WWE) announced that it will report its first quarter 2020 results on Thursday, April 23, 2020 after the close of the market.

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  • WWE (NYSE: WWE) announced that it will report its first quarter 2020 results on Thursday, April 23, 2020 after the close of the market.
  • WWE, a publicly traded company (NYSE: WWE), is an integrated media organization and recognized leader in global entertainment.
  • Additional information on WWE (NYSE: WWE) can be found at wwe.com and corporate.wwe.com.
  • Trademarks: All WWE programming, talent names, images, likenesses, slogans, wrestling moves, trademarks, logos and copyrights are the exclusive property of WWE and its subsidiaries.

Sony Pictures Networks India and WWE® Expand Partnership in India

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Tuesday, March 31, 2020
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Sony Pictures Networks India Private Limited, (SPN) and WWE (NYSE: WWE) today announced a five-year extension with an expanded broadcast agreement that will deliver WWEs weekly flagship programming and localized content in India and the Indian subcontinent, making SPN the exclusive home to WWE in-ring content across its television and digital platforms.

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  • Sony Pictures Networks India Private Limited, (SPN) and WWE (NYSE: WWE) today announced a five-year extension with an expanded broadcast agreement that will deliver WWEs weekly flagship programming and localized content in India and the Indian subcontinent, making SPN the exclusive home to WWE in-ring content across its television and digital platforms.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20200331005215/en/
    Sony Pictures Networks India and WWE Expand Partnership in India (Graphic: Business Wire)
    As part of the agreement, SPN will have the rights to air Raw, SmackDown, NXT as well as WWE pay-per-view specials live on its sports and digital platforms in English, Hindi and regional languages.
  • The expanded partnership also provides SPN the rights to WWE Network which hosts thousands of hours of content to be made available to audiences in India exclusively through SonyLIV, SPNs OTT platform.
  • WWE will also return to India with even bigger live events and Superstars will visit the region for promotional tours to engage with fans.

WrestleMania® Too Big for Just One Night

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Wednesday, March 18, 2020
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View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20200318005803/en/

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20200318005803/en/
    WRESTLEMANIA TOO BIG FOR JUST ONE NIGHT (Photo: Business Wire)
    The two-night pop culture extravaganza will be hosted by three-time Super Bowl Champion Rob Gronkowski.
  • Tune in to SmackDown this Friday at 8 pm ET on FOX to see what Gronk has in store for WrestleMania.
  • As previously announced, only essential personnel will be on the closed set during the production of WrestleMania.
  • WWE, a publicly traded company (NYSE: WWE), is an integrated media organization and recognized leader in global entertainment.

WWE® Statement on Potential Impact of COVID-19

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Thursday, March 12, 2020
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WWE (NYSE: WWE) today communicated perspective regarding the potential impact of COVID-19 on the Companys financial performance.

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  • WWE (NYSE: WWE) today communicated perspective regarding the potential impact of COVID-19 on the Companys financial performance.
  • The potential impact of COVID-19, and corresponding changes in the way WWE operates, may adversely impact the Companys business including, but not limited to, its live event ticket sales and the sale of merchandise at those events.
  • The Company is currently unable to quantify the potential financial impact of COVID-19, but the financial impact to the Company may be material.
  • WWE, a publicly traded company (NYSE: WWE), is an integrated media organization and recognized leader in global entertainment.

Mars and WWE® Expand Long-Term Partnership

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Monday, March 9, 2020
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Mars, Incorporated and WWE (NYSE: WWE) today announced an expansion of their long-standing partnership for 2020 in which SNICKERS will once again serve as the exclusive presenting partner of WrestleMania, one of the largest sports and entertainment events in the world.

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  • Mars, Incorporated and WWE (NYSE: WWE) today announced an expansion of their long-standing partnership for 2020 in which SNICKERS will once again serve as the exclusive presenting partner of WrestleMania, one of the largest sports and entertainment events in the world.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20200309005303/en/
    MARS AND WWE EXPAND LONG-TERM PARTNERSHIP (Photo: Business Wire)
    The expanded partnership will include three pieces of custom creative featuring WWE Superstars promoting the new SNICKERS Fix the World campaign.
  • WWEs expanded partnership with Mars will also highlight SKITTLES as the presenting partner of WWEs Hell in a Cell pay-per-view event in October 2020.
  • WWE, a publicly traded company (NYSE: WWE), is an integrated media organization and recognized leader in global entertainment.

Austin 3:16 Says See “Stone Cold” Live on Monday Night Raw On 3/16

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Thursday, March 5, 2020
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On Monday, 3/16, Austin will appear live on Raw on USA Network at 8/7c to help the WWE Universe celebrate #316Day.

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  • On Monday, 3/16, Austin will appear live on Raw on USA Network at 8/7c to help the WWE Universe celebrate #316Day.
  • #316Day will also feature exclusive Austin 3:16 merchandise on WWEShop.com; special Topps Austin 3:16 trading card sets; and custom content across WWEs global digital and social media platforms celebrating Austins legendary career.
  • Share your favorite Stone Cold Steve Austin moments using #316Day.
  • WWE, a publicly traded company (NYSE: WWE), is an integrated media organization and recognized leader in global entertainment.

WrestleMania® Goes Hollywood

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Monday, February 10, 2020
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Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti, Inglewood Mayor James T. Butts Jr. and WWE (NYSE: WWE) are proud to announce that SoFi Stadium and Hollywood Park in Los Angeles will host WWEs pop-culture extravaganza, WrestleMania, on Sunday, March 28, 2021.

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  • Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti, Inglewood Mayor James T. Butts Jr. and WWE (NYSE: WWE) are proud to announce that SoFi Stadium and Hollywood Park in Los Angeles will host WWEs pop-culture extravaganza, WrestleMania, on Sunday, March 28, 2021.
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    There is nothing quite like WrestleMania Week, said Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti.
  • WrestleMania is one of the worlds most-watched events, and we are proud to welcome WWE to the Inglewood community, said Jason Gannon, Managing Director, SoFi Stadium and Hollywood Park.
  • On behalf of everyone at WWE, we are excited to bring WrestleMania back to Los Angeles, said Vince McMahon, WWE Chairman & CEO.