1) Memo That WWE Sent Out To Superstars
According to a report from TMZ, WWE recently sent out a memo to Superstars about the upcoming tapings for RAW, NXT, and Smackdown.
This memo reveals the precautions that WWE is taking to keep them safe from the coronavirus while they still tape episodes. Here is an excerpt from their report:
We’re told WWE honchos were so happy with the way things went down at WrestleMania over the weekend, they plan on using a similar protocol for the upcoming events including “SmackDown” on Friday and “Raw” on Monday.
Both events will take place at the WWE Performance Center in Orlando — just like ‘Mania — with a medical team screening EVERYONE before they can walk in the door.
The email outlines protocol … saying the medical team will take each individual’s temperature before they enter the building — which is expected to cause some delays — so arrive early.
It is also noted that WWE has encouraged Superstars to wear masks and even make their own if they can:
Once inside, everyone is encouraged to wear a face mask — and if you can’t get one, make one!
WWE explains how to McGyver one together by sewing fabric, wearing a bandanna or ripping off an old t-shirt sleeve. The org. does note that masks should come off when cameras are rolling.
My Take:
- I like that WWE is taking these major precautions. Still, one Superstar gets the virus and they will likely have to shut down. My hope is that they tape a few months in advance (if they can) so they don’t have to do tapings every few weeks.
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