WWE News Roundup: Details on Jimmy Uso’s arrest and backstage reaction, 13-time champion shares video featuring AEW star, SmackDown Superstar takes shots at Zelina Vega (July 7th, 2021)
We are back with another edition of WWE News Roundup. Today’s report will kick off with an unfortunate incident involving a current SmackDown Superstar that resulted in his arrest. Other than that, several current and former WWE Superstars opened up about the lesser-known parts of their lives. We also came across an interesting backstage story behind a shocking title change from last year.
This article will look at some of the biggest stories that have ruled WWE headlines over the last couple of days.
#1 WWE SmackDown Superstar Jimmy Uso arrested for DUI charges
According to reports in TMZ, WWE SmackDown Superstar Jimmy Uso was arrested on DUI charges last night. He was put behind bars after failing a field sobriety test. Jimmy was reportedly speeding over 50 MPH in a 35 MPH zone. The incident took place in Pensacola, Florida, on Monday at 10:35 PM.
"WWE's Jimmy Uso Arrested For DUI Again, Cops Say Wrestler Blew A .205," TMZ reported.
Wrestling Inc further reported that the WWE Superstar was released after posting a bail of $500 as per the Escambia County court records. This is the second time in the last two years that Jimmy Uso has been arrested for a DUI offense.
Backstage reaction in WWE to Jimmy Uso’s arrest
According to the latest reports in WrestleVotes, Jimmy Uso’s arrest has fetched a lot of criticism backstage in WWE. Higher officials in the company are “extremely disappointed” in the superstar. Some are even “legitimately pissed” about the arrest. Here’s what the report claimed:
"I’ve spoken to two sources this morning on the Jimmy Uso news," wrote WrestleVotes. "I can say with certainty that a few 'high-level people in power' are extremely disappointed & legitimately pissed off over the arrest. This many times isn’t a mistake or bad luck. It’s a personal judgment. Not good."
Jimmy Uso recently returned on WWE SmackDown after a prolonged injury. Following initial friction with Roman Reigns, he decided to back his family at all costs while Jey Uso went missing from the Blue brand.
Reigns is currently feuding with Edge, with both superstars set to face each other in a Universal Championship match at the Money in the Bank pay-per-view. Thus, The Tribal Chief is desperately waiting for Jey Uso’s return.
Both Reigns and Jey missed last week’s episode of WWE SmackDown while Jimmy Uso fell prey to Edge’s brutality. It will be interesting to see how he is booked on the Blue brand as we advance, especially in light of recent events.