WWE may have canceled the comedy event featuring Tony Hinchcliffe planned for SummerSlam weekend, but their partnership with the comedian is far from over. According to a recent Fightful Select update, WWE remains open to collaborating with Hinchcliffe in the future, highlighting that their relationship remains positive despite the cancellation.
The event, titled “Tony Hinchcliffe featuring WWE Date Night,” was scheduled to take place at the Bergen Performing Arts Center in Englewood, New Jersey on Saturday, August 2nd at 11 PM ET. It promised an evening of stand-up comedy involving a WWE superstar and some surprising elements. Unlike the controversial WrestleMania roast earlier this year, this show was not promoted as a roast.
Before the cancellation, Cody Rhodes was the only WWE figure officially announced for the event. Pwinsider noted that ticket sales were slow, and sources from the venue confirmed that WWE decided to pull the event, rather than proceeding with limited enthusiasm. Internally, some WWE personnel were initially skeptical about the show, yet they felt reassured that it wouldn’t replicate the WrestleMania roast format.
Nevertheless, WWE’s eagerness to continue working with Hinchcliffe indicates they haven’t ruled out comedy-themed events entirely.
Fan Take: This update is a positive sign for WWE fans eager to see fresh, entertaining content beyond traditional wrestling. Comedy events with familiar WWE stars could offer a new way to engage audiences and add a fun dimension to the sport.
