WWE is an American multimedia company that is primarily known for professional wrestling. The company also has other businesses that include movies, music, and real estate. WWE is one of the largest and most profitable wrestling promotions in the world, with over $1 billion in annual revenue.
Founded in 1952 by Jess McMahon and Toots Mondt as Capitol Wrestling Corporation
Changed its name to World Wide Wrestling Federation (WWWF) in 1963
Eventually changed its name again to World Wrestling Federation (WWF) in 1979
Changed its name in 2002 to World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE)
The company has been publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange since 1999
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WWEu2019s streaming service that provides access to live events, past events, and original programming.
WWEu2019s online store that sells merchandise such as shirts, hats, and action figures.
WWEu2019s live events that take place around the world and feature WWE Superstars competing in matches.
WWE stands for World Wrestling Entertainment.
WWE events can be watched on the WWE Network or on cable/satellite TV.
Raw and SmackDown are two separate weekly TV shows produced by WWE. They have different rosters and storylines, but both are part of the larger WWE universe.
Some of the most popular WWE Superstars include John Cena, The Rock, Stone Cold Steve Austin, and Hulk Hogan.
WWE is scripted entertainment, but the physicality of the matches is very real. The performers train extensively and put their bodies on the line to entertain the fans.