TWF Legend Profiles

Since making her TWF broadcasting début on 3 September, 2014, Abigail Bishop has proven to be a natural at all aspects of TWF programming. A lifelong TWF fan, Bishop first came to notice through her social media presence, which led to her hosting a small wrestling show whilst studying in University. When Bishop dropped out of school for personal reasons, her dream of one day being a part of the TWF seemed doomed to fail. But, Abigail's social media presence and her knowledge of the TWF was her saving grace as she auditioned to become the permanent PWC ring announcer. Bishop's audition ‐ where she recited the ring introductions of several TWF and PWC stars without prompting ‐ was noticed by the right people (or to be specific, person ‐ Mr. BIG) and Bishop's was hired, debuting in January 2013 in PWC. After Karli Andrews joined the xWn as a contributor and producer, Bishop was not initially the first choice to replace her, but again, the right people took notice and at their insistence, it was Bishop who appeared in Andrews' place as the TWF kicked off it's Canadian tour in September 2014, proving that hard work and persistence definitely pays off, as her lifelong dream of being a part of the TWF was accomplished.

Arn Anderson is a fearsome legend in professional wrestling. Although best known as a founding member of the legendary Four Horsemen, Arn was also a member of the Brain Busters with Tully Blanchard. Anderson was a great mouthpiece for the Horsemen, including telling viewers that the Horsemen were "not nice guys". Anderson made two appearances as a colour commentator with Scott Hudson in the ill-fated WCW revival in the WWF in 2001. Anderson then became host of TWF WarZone in 2003 and his popularity was indicated with the Enforcer's Mailbag being full on many occasions. In 2007, Anderson left the TWF when his friend Ric Flair did, but with the blessing of the TWF. Anderson continues in his work as a road agent for the WWE, but is still a popular member of TWF Alumni.

The greatest professional wrestling manager of all‐time, "Pretty Boy" Bobby Heenan first made his name making Blackjack Lanza one of the most feared competitors in the United States. In 1969, Bobby became the manager of one of the best tag teams of the time, Nick Bockwinkel and Ray "The Crippler" Stevens, demanding he be addressed as Bobby "The Brain" Heenan. His much feared collection of talent, dubbed The Heenan Family, would include some of the greatest names in the history of the sport, such as (but not limited to) Big John Studd, King Kong Bundy, Harley Race, "Ravishing" Rick Rude, "Mr. Perfect" Curt Hennig, Arn Anderson and Tully Blanchard, "Nature Boy" Ric Flair, and of course, the iconic André the Giant.
Heenan was also one of the greatest commentators of all‐time, with his incredible wit leading many to believe that if Heenan was not in professional wrestling, he could have easily been a contemporary of the legendary host, Johnny Carson. Bobby's partnership with his great friend, Gorilla Monsoon, delighted millions of humanoids. In 2002, Heenan announced that he was cruelly struck down with throat cancer, but he made his TWF debut in September 2002, striking up a great rapport with Scott Hudson. By 2004, his throat cancer was in remission and Heenan would return to the United States on a permanent basis, but was always welcome backstage at TWF events.
In September 2017, Heenan passed away while surrounded by his family, robbing professional wrestling of one of it's most outstanding talents. Bobby "The Brain" Heenan is unique in that he managed to be at the very top of two different disciplines in professional wrestling: one of the greatest announcers, and one of the greatest managers, to call the Squared Circle home.

The soundtrack to a generation of wrestling fans, Jim Ross is a man without equal. He has called some of the biggest matches in professional wrestling history and has introduced many colourful phrases to the English language, such as "he's getting whipped like a government mule", "it's a slobberknocker" and of course, "Business is about to pick up!". JR announced the very first TWF programs in 2000 and called all kinds of TWF action, including episodes of Nitro, Wednesday Grit BasH and RAW is WAR. JR's memorable description of the crowd's reaction to the entrance of Mr. BIG at Summer Break 2000 is one of the moments that has gone down in TWF folklore. When the TWF wiped it's hands clean of WWE employees during the Wednesday Night Wars, the hardest decision made was releasing Jim Ross and his Co‐commentator Jerry Lawler.
Ross however took the decision in good grace and remains warm to the company. He made a special guest appearance at the TWF Tenth Anniversary Awards in March 2009 where he was surprised by Marz and accepted into the TWF's own Hall of Fame. Since that guest appearance, rumours surfaced periodically about a possible return to the company of the extremely popular announcer but they never turned into an appearance. At Summer Break XI, after the announcement of the venue for the following year's event, Karli Andrews introduced JR to one of the biggest cheers of the night and it was a reception that touched JR and he called the final matches of the event alongside Scott Hudson and Bryan Daniels, achieving a professional goal for both men. JR would return to the TWF to call the action at Summer Break XV, calling the entirety of a Summer Break event for the first time in over a decade.

Joey Styles's rise to fame can be attributed to being the voice of ECW. Styles was the lead announcer for ECW throughout the promotion's existence and won over many fans for his announcing style, which he modelled upon the old‐school wrestling announcers of his youth. Styles remains the only man to handle pay‐per‐view announcing duties solo and was initially angry to be forced into a partnership with Joel Gertner. The two men's chemistry however shone through and their success spoke for itself. After ECW folded in 2001, he joined the upstart MLW promotion as it's lead announcer and presenter of it's Underground program. After MLW folded, he joined the TWF for a successful tenure in 2002 to 2003, taking a short break before returning in 2004. In June 2005, he called the matches at ECW's One Night Stand PPV, ECW's first in 5 years. At Summer Break VI, Joey made an emotional last appearance at the TWF announce table before announcing his departure. His highlights in the TWF included his relationship with Scott Hudson and his call of "BIG STORM! BIG STORM!" as Mr. BIG & NJS won the Tag Team Championships at Summer Break V.
In October 2005, Joey made a surprise appearance at WWE Taboo Tuesday to call matches. It was revealed shortly afterword that WWE had signed him to a full‐time contract. After fore filling a dream of becoming RAW's PBP man, Styles transferred to ECW upon it's re‐establishment in 2006 cutting one of the most memorable promos in wrestling history before quitting the RAW brand. In 2008 Joey was controversially replaced by former American Gladiators announcer Mike Adamle as ECW's Announcer as Styles took an executive position on WWE.com. Shortly after, Styles announced his retirement from announcing.

Karli Andrews joined the TWF Broadcast Team upon it's return to hiatus as the ring announcer in place of the departed Rachel Stevens. With a career in journalism stretching back to her days at the University of Florida, she was a natural choice to fill Rachel's shoes. With impressive looks, she has also gained a reputation with her colleague Kaysie Anderson (who's initials, are coincidently, KA), for being the new breed of TWF announcers. Karli was an ever present at TWF events and could be relied upon to inform fans quickly and precisely of the referee's decision, which was made very apparent during the third Devil's Den match and NJS's incredible decision to abandon his Entourage team mates. Karli harboured a desire to return to her journalistic roots and with the xWn expanding it's original programming in 2014, Karli was successful in obtaining a producer's position, which required her to leave the road behind. Karli remains a familiar face to TWF fans, frequently contributing to the TWF's YouTube channel, as well as appearances in-front of the camera for the xWn.

Kaysie Anderson comes with a background in broadcast journalism and was a frequent contributor to the TWF Web team upon joining the company in 2003. However, her excellent skills on camera came about in a documentary about the TWF Web team aired on the xWn in June 2005. The TWF stood up and took notice, and Kaysie made her début reporting backstage on TWF TV when it returned to television in July 2005. Kaysie's Twitter feed is among the most popular on the website as she delivers updates on all of the important TWF issues thanks to her backstage position. She also formed part of the front cover of the 2010 Women of the TWF Calendar, a first for a non‐wrestling female in the company.

Michael King is a well-known figure amongst Welsh wrestling fans, being the face of interviews in the TWF and the lead Play‐by‐Play announcer in his "home" promotion, PCW. After almost eight years with the Porthcawl company, King was extended an invite to join the TWF's expanded backstage team in 2004 by Mr. BIG, his best friend from childhood. King made his TWF début that year and interviewed all of the company's biggest superstars. His charisma shone through and when Joey Styles was unable to call TWF pay‐per‐views in 2005, King admirably stepped in and surprised many with a series of impressive performances. When the TWF decided to introduce a Welsh announce team in 2007, King was the first choice to obtain the role as he was educated through the medium of Welsh from the age of 3 through to 18. King is always seen to be with some good-looking women and has gained a reputation as a stud due to his good looks and lovable charm. King left the TWF at the end of 2010, although he would remain involved with wrestling, as the chief Play‐by‐Player announcer for PCW. After becoming disillusioned with the direction of that company, King left wrestling. But, when Jonathan Cullen was promoted to the main TWF announce team, a replacement at the PWC desk was required. With the PWC schedule suiting him better, King returned to wrestling as the "new" voice of PWC.

The eldest sibling of Mr. BIG and Cerys/Atomically Kool Kat, Edwards made his first appearance at Summer Break 2000 after months of speculation as to the identity of the TWF's mysterious chairman. Edwards made a spate of appearances until Marz bought out the TWF, and Edwards went to pursue a career in law enforcement. Joining the police force with flying colours, Edwards however stated that missing the buzz of the crowd was what made him return after the Marz‐gate fiasco. The Chairman of the Board had a lot of power, such as being able to fire staff and make matches and Mr. Edwards used it to huge effect. Edwards lead a rebellion against his younger brother Mr. BIG and his Rebels With Attitude that eventually proved unsuccessful but remains one of the highlights of TWF history. When Biggie became Managing Director in January 2005, despite all he and his brother went through in the previous years, he proudly re‐elected his brother chairman of the board.
The Chairman position became an honorary position as Edwards returned to his career in the police force, keeping active in professional rugby union, where he captained Pencoed RFC to glory. As the TWF returned from hiatus in 2007, rumours swirled that Edwards would make a return as an active in‐ring performer, correcting the one regret his younger brother had. But, after a terrifying neck and spinal injury during a rugby game in 2007, any wrestling appearances were permanently put‐off the table ‐ which he announced at Dangerously Serious 2008. Edwards continued to make appearances when required, such as handing out the Chairman's Cup (a trophy he suggested) and announce the location of Summer Break.
With his commitments to South Wales Police taking up more of his time, Edwards resigned from the TWF Board effective January 1, 2010. After getting married in mid‐2010, Edwards has continued in his progression as one of South Wales Police's most highly respected officers.

Paul Heyman, in the eyes of many, helped redefine the professional wrestling industry in the 1990s. Heyman was with ECW in 1994 when it was re‐christened Extreme Championship Wrestling. ECW was a cult phenom, launching many stars along the way, but when it finally got what Heyman always wanted (a US TV deal), ECW slowly fell apart as big money offers from rivals saw major stars leave. ECW closed in 2001.
Heyman then found himself at the announce desk of WWF RAW, where he quickly became known for his trademark "as‐it‐is" style and his animosity toward colleague, former TWF announcer Jim Ross. After being driven from the WWE, Heyman was phoned up by a huge fan of his, Mr. BIG, who told Heyman of a position at the TWF's announce desk. Heyman immediately flew over and announced TWF events for 5 months, including TWF Summer Break IV. In 2005, Heyman was part of the team behind ECW One Night Stand.
However in December 2006, Heyman had enough of life up North and left the business. After his no‐compete cause was up, Mr. BIG telephoned Heyman once more, informing him of plans to resurrect the TWF, and he needed a commissioner. Finally, after much legal wrangling, Paul Heyman made his first appearance as TWF Commish on February 28, 2007. Heyman made many popular decisions amongst the TWF wrestlers, but, after being the man behind "Black Sunday" ‐ the TWF's most controversial match of all‐time, Heyman was promptly fired by Mr. BIG as Commissioner of the company. Heyman made it his aim to depose Biggie of his power and gain his authority back in the Total Wrestling Federation. His mission was accomplished at PayBack 2007, when his client Mastermind defeated Mr. BIG in a Ladder Match for Biggie's MD position. Heyman managed to screw it all up after one of the most shocking events in TWF history, when Heyman humiliated Sophie after she discovered she had suffered a miscarriage. Heyman's popularity dropped like a rocket, and eventually he was driven out of the TWF in 2008 after his Dangerous Alliance collapsed at Summer Break IX.
Heyman continues to be popular with his Twitter feed and web‐show the Heyman Hustle, which has featured TWF talent on many episodes, including Mr. BIG. Heyman made a one‐night only reappearance in the TWF in May 2011, promoting the biography of Brock Lesnar (for which he received a writing credit) and to reveal to the #1 Contenders to the TWF World Championship that they would take part in a House of Pain match at Against All Odds 2011.

With a gap appearing at the TWF announce desk on September 16, 2002, Scott Hudson was given the unenviable task of replacing the legendary Jim Ross as the voice of the Total Wrestling Federation. An ever‐present for 11 years, Hudson's style was openly embraced by TWF fans and his trademark sayings and turns of phrase made it onto t‐shirts worldwide, and his frequent references to "Announcer Bingo" endeared him to loyal TWF fans. Hudson's job was more remarkable given that he never missed a show during his TWF tenure and became one of the TWF's longest serving employees.
Hudson was stunned to learn that he was a part of the TWF Hall of Fame Class of 2013. His long‐service and dedication were cited by his long‐time colleague, Bryan Daniels, with whom he had a great rapport, as one of the many reasons he was deserving of his place in the hall. With his children beginning to grow‐up, Hudson wanted to become the best father he could and despite there being rumours for several years that Hudson would eventually leave the company, it wasn't until December 2013 that Hudson formally announced he would be no longer a part of the TWF. The sign of his endearment to TWF fans was made clear when during his penultimate show, he was surprised by a tribute from fans and wrestlers alike before calling that evening's main event. Hudson was consulted on his successor, Jonathan Cullen, and the January 8, 2014 edition of Grit BasH was the first time that Scott Hudson could watch Grit BasH, instead of being a part of it.