A Florida-based manager who has worked for many indy promotions in the Sunshine State, Valerie E. Wyndham has also worked for TNA, took part in Randy "Macho Man" Savage's wrestling promotion featured on the Internet at MachoMan.com, and works for Women's Extreme Wrestling.
Q: How long have you been involved in the business?
A: 3 fabulous years.
Q: Why did you enter the pro-wrestling industry?
A: I was positively addicted to watching it and after going to a few live shows I realized I loved being around it. There is never a dull moment!
Q: Where did you receive your training to become a ringside manager?
A: When people ask who trained me to become a manager my response is that I learned from the best in the business. The way I learned is mainly by studying tapes. Be it Sherri Martel or Stephanie McMahon, it's crucial to study those who have come before you. As far as professional training goes, I don't think there is a real way to train a manager. Perhaps you could go through the motions, but the most important thing beside the strong desire to learn and perfect your craft, is having that 'it' factor. It cannot be taught. You either have it or you don't.
Q: What do you like the most about being in the business?
A: I love everything about it. There is a lot of drama to go through, especially dealing with the labels that are placed on females, but the feeling of knowing you did a good job and contributed to a show in a positive way makes everything worth it. Sometimes all it takes to motivate you is knowing you made one fan's night.
Q: One of the promotions that you work for is Women's Extreme Wrestling, which presents itself as an alternative form of pro-wrestling, and has a target audience of 21 and older. Do you prefer working for this style of promotion, or do you prefer working for family-oriented promotions?
A: In my case it really doesn't matter much, as I have limits about what I will and will not do. My character is never too risque, so I'm able to work for whomever, wherever with the same approach to entertaining.
Q: Which persona appeals to you the most: Face, Heel, or Tweener?
A: Heel. Wrestling fans are made up mostly of young men, so as a female it's definitely more of a challenge to get the crowd to hate you.
Q: What is your gimmick?
A: It is based primarily on Missy Hyatt's old-school, prissy, "rich bitch" persona.
Q: Whom has been your favorite talent to work with as a manager so far?
A: I have a few favorites such as Scoot Andrews, Steve Corino and Frankie Kazarian. What makes someone a good client is when they genuinely appreciate you and view you as an important part of the match. They use you properly and take the time to present you as something more than just arm candy. The aforementioned gentlemen are a manager's dream to work with.
Q: Whom would you like to ringside manage, that you have not yet done so for?
A: I could give you a mile-long list of who I'd like to manage, but I will narrow it down to Shawn Michaels and/or Triple H. They are my favorites.
Q: You have worked for TNA in the past. Are you interested in returning to TNA, or perhaps working for WWE?
A: I would love to work for either. Both if possible! I had a very positive experience working with TNA. I can definitely see myself having fun there and learning a lot. The same goes for WWE.
Q: What has your involvement been with Randy Savage's website, MachoMan.com?
A: At one time, MachoMan.com featured full wrestling matches you could view online on Randy Savage's website. The tapings were filmed in Tampa, Florida with an awesome looking set and had a great group of people behind it. I managed a tag team from South Florida called "The Vandalz" consisting of Tommy and Ricky Vandal. My experience working so closely with Randy Savage is something I will always remember.
Q: Have you are ever wrestled, or considered doing so?
A: I have had some basic wrestling training and do wrestle occasionally. I enjoy wrestling when I am given the chance but prefer a good catfight or a themed match (Lingerie, Evening Gown, etc.) as opposed to anything too technical.
Q: What do you do in your spare time?
A: Surprisingly enough, I love to shop. I take fashion very seriously and am still modeling professionally.
Q: What is your long-term goal in the business?
A: I'd simply like to be performing to the best of my abilities. Wherever that may be.
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