Mickie James’ Weight Issues, Maria Menounous/RAW News, More

— Last night’s Access Hollywood had a small mention of Maria Menounous on Monday’s Raw. They teased a longer piece on tonight’s show.

— The Boston Globe has an interview up with Maria Menounous, discussing her Raw appearance, being a wrestling fan and more. You can read that interview at http://www.boston.com/

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— World Wrestling Entertainment officials are said to be down on former Divas champion Mickie James. According to sources, her recent weight gain and work rate are the main problems. While she’s arguably still very attractive and in great shape, she’s held to a very high standard as a WWE diva. She has put on some weight (mostly visible in her abs & lower body) and it hasn’t gone unnoticed. Additionally, the quality of her matches have been sliding and she is no longer seen as the “reliable hand” that she once was. There have been various Internet reports this week that James is frustrated with the way she’s been booked as of late.

2006 Mickie Photos & 2009 Mickie Photos – WHOA – **MAJOR WEIGHT GAIN**!