Real Reason Why WWE Doesn’t Have a Live Show This Christmas

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The WWE production crew has a hectic schedule across the year as the WWE shows keep happening throughout the year without any proper break.

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A top talent told Fightful that they will still be getting paid during their time off and having no television tapings from December 20th to 28th is a good move for them.

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Real Reason Why WWE Doesn’t Have a Live Show This Christmas

The WWE production crew has a hectic schedule across the year as the WWE shows keep happening throughout the year without any proper break.

A top talent told Fightful that they will still be getting paid during their time off and having no television tapings from December 20th to 28th is a good move for them.

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