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World Wrestling Entertainment sent out the following:

WWE Hall of Famer Steve Austin Hosts USA’s ‘WWE Tough Enough®’

NEW YORK, Jan. 28, 2011 /PRNewswire/ — 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.”

Shed Media US, noted for its strong characters and memorable casting in the non-scripted arena, will produce WWE TOUGH ENOUGH. The company’s previous reality credits include “The Real Housewives of New York City,” “Who Do You Think You Are,” “World’s Strictest Parents.” Producing for Shed Media US are Alex Demyanenko and Eric Van Wagenen.

[Novo]

Tough Enough's future viewing figures have just trebled

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Originally Posted by Novo

Tough Enough's future viewing figures have just trebled

Hell Yeah

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Oh hell yeah.

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Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson will reportedly make at least one appearance in the revived WWE reality show Tough Enough later this year.

Johnson returned to WWE in February after a lengthy absence, when it was announced that the former wrestler will serve as the host of this year's WrestleMania XXVII in April.

According to EW, Johnson has already taped a guest appearance on Tough Enough for the company, where he trained and gave advice to the show's contestants.

Tough Enough follows a group of hopefuls attempting to become the next big wrestling superstar, and originally aired for four seasons between 2001 and 2004.

It was announced last year that WWE was bringing the show back in the hope of replicating the success of former Tough Enough contestants such as John Morrison and current WWE Champion The Miz.

Tough Enough is due to launch on April 4.