Confirmed: Steve Austin To Host Tough Enough
As expected, WWE has confirmed the news with the following press release:
USA Network and WWE announced today that WWE Hall of Famer "Stone Cold" Steve Austin will host USA Network's upcoming reality series WWE TOUGH ENOUGH. The non-scripted series will premiere Monday, April 4 at 11/10c, immediately following USA's ratings juggernaut WWE MONDAY NIGHT RAW, and move to its regularly scheduled slot in primetime, Mondays at 8/7c, starting on April 11.
"Stone Cold" Steve Austin has captivated audiences around the world with his magnetic presence and bold, yet charming nature. Austin has done it all in sports entertainment winning 17 championships, including the WWE Championship six times. He has an immense and incredibly devoted fan base and is considered one of the most popular WWE Superstars of all time. Austin was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2009
"I am very excited about the opportunity to work with my old friends at WWE on WWE TOUGH ENOUGH. Sports entertainment has always been an important part of my life and I look forward to finding the next generation of WWE superstar," said Austin
Steve Austin will share his intimate knowledge, experience and flair for the stage as one of the most popular figures in WWE history to a group of individuals looking for an once-in-a-lifetime shot to become the next WWE Superstar or Diva. Austin will mentor the diverse group of men and women who will live, train, eat and sleep under one roof in a house in Simi Valley, California. Each week the contestants will battle it out in a series of unique challenges designed to test for such characteristics as showmanship, creativity, athleticism and desire, just to name a few. Viewers will witness the trials and tribulations of what it takes to be one of the best in the world's greatest sports entertainment organization. The grand prizewinner will be awarded a contract with WWE.
Since leaving the world of sports entertainment Steve Austin has made a name for himself in Hollywood with roles in such blockbuster hits as "The Expendables," staring Sylvester Stallone and "The Longest Yard," starring Adam Sandler and Chris Rock. Other film credits include "Damage," "The Condemned" and "Hunt to Kill." In addition to film, Austin is a household name from his work on the hit television shows NBC's "Chuck" and CBS' "Nash Bridges."