SG> Were you a wrestling fan growing up? If so, did you have a favorite wrestler?
AH> No. I wasn't a fan until later, when my friends were watching and by default, I got sucked in to the drama. My dad was an amateur wrestler, so he taught me a lot while my brother and I were playing around.
SG> Have you always been athletic? Did you play sports in school?
AH> Yes and no. I was very athletic as a child. Swimming, gymnastics, Tae Kwon Do. Once I hit my teens, school and dating took over. Then I got back into it in senior high and college with volleyball and weight lifting.
SG> Ever do any cheerleading?
AH> No. I come from a military family, so I ended up going to a different school every year. Most schools have a regulation that you had to have a previous year in before you can try out. Go figure.
SG> When did you have your breast enlargement?
AH> Well, I was a late bloomer with just about everything. Unfortunatly, I was REALLY late with those two. After 19 years, I realized it wasn't happening so I decided to do something about it. I like 'em. I always wanted big boobs.
SG> For those that may not be familiar with you, what did you do prominently before joining WCW?
AH> I was a model. Fitness, centerfold, comic books, video games, physique art, you name it. I was also a Las Vegas showgirl, a Met-RX spokesmodel, Lara Croft model, did a few layouts for Playboy, etc. Now I run my own website, which allows me to train and do the indies. I also help out on a few other wrestling websites with promotions, photography and design.
SG> How did you become involved with WCW?
AH> Rich Minzer, a fitness agent, was contacted by Terry Taylor. I had an interview in L.A. and started with them soon after.
SG> When did you debut with the company?
AH> Winter of 2000.
SG> As I recall, you came in with Tylene Buck (Major Gunns), Kim Kanner, Pamela Paulshock, and Midajah? Had you known them prior to entering WCW? And, do you keep in contact with them now?
AH> I had worked with Tylene before. I got along and traveled with all of them. When I joined Killer Kowalski's, I lost touch with just about all my friends. Wrestling school pretty much took precedence in my life. I stayed in touch with Kim Kanner. It was easier when I was on the Left Coast. Everyone lives out that way and I saw them more. I am also friends with Terry Taylor, who's been a mentor to me.
SG> If I recall correctly, you came in during Vince Russo's first attempt at turning WCW around. What was your impression of him?
AH> I didn't really know him. When I met him, he was cool. He left right after I came aboard.
SG> Which members of the nWo were in the group when you came in?
AH> Bret Hart, Jeff Jarrett, Steiner, Harris Bros, Scott Hall and Nash. Bret left soon after I came in.
SG> How were you treated backstage?
AH> Decently, considering I was untrained and hadn't paid my dues. Most wrestlers don't respect and aren't fond of girls in the business who are just T&A. Jeff was very cool and Steiner was always decent to me. I stayed in touch with Kevin somewhat and run into him here and there. I'm glad they're doing well.
SG> What was the sentiment or mood in the locker room at the time?
AH> A little hectic. There were a lot of bookers at that time, so things were always being changed last minute. People never knew if they were going to work or not.
SG> The plan was for you to train at the WCW power plant. Why did that never come about?
AH> A few reasons. Nash was going to train me, but he broke his ankle. So I had a decision to make. I looked into Shawn Michaels, Harts, Killer Kowalski's and UPW.
SG> Why did you leave WCW?
AH> At that time, I had a centerfold's mentality. If I wasn't being used, I could be doing something else and staying current, which is getting published. Right then, I wasn't being used, so I asked to leave. Like I mentioned, I didn't understand "paying dues" at the time.
SG> What is your opinion of the WWF divas?
AH> Pretty high. All of them are doing so much more than they used to. Trish has come so far in just a year! I have a lot of respect for all of them and love watching women who can work and look good.
SG> What is your opinion of the current WWF product?
AH> Well, without competition things tend to suffer. Right now they seem to be on a downside, but give it time.
SG> Who would you most like to wrestle in the world of professional wrestling?
AH> Jackie, Jazz, Molly, Crash, Eddy Guererro, and Dean Malenko.
SG> Why did you decide to train with Killer Kowalski?
AH> I'd always heard about this school because Chyna and Triple H went there. Then, Kowalski's was recommended to me by the WWF. I'd had an interview with them and they asked if I would be interested in training as a wrestler. I flew out to Boston to check out the school. Everyone was pretty friendly and it seemed like a family atmosphere, so I packed up my stuff, rented a UHaul and drove across the country. On my first day of class, I was a nervous wreck. I was the only female at the time, so that didn't help.
Walter has a soft spot for women who want to train and has been very good to me. I'll admit, I wasn't prepared for how hard wrestling was. "Slyk" Wagner Brown, who is now the head trainer, noticed I was having a hard time adjusting...the relocating, getting used to it all, the soreness, etc. He took me under his wing and spent a lot of time (and patience!) working with me to bring me up to speed.
SG> In your opinion, should women wrestle men?
AH> Yep. It makes for a fun "underdog" match. On the indy level, men are usually stronger and more well trained. But I think people prefer to see females wrestle females.
SG> How do you feel about the more risque style matches, i.e. bra & panties, evening gown matches?
AH> I haven't done one, but as far as watching them, it's like anything else. Depends on how it's done. If it's entertaining, then why not?
SG> What are your career goals?
AH> To leave a mark and have an action figure! I want people to remember me as the one who broke the mold and accomplished something everyone said I couldn't.
SG> Do your tattoos have any special meaning?
AH> I got the one around my arm about 10 years ago-it's my family crest on my father's side. And the one on my hip is a long story.
SG> What advice would give a young lady that aspires to be a pro wrestler?
AH> Go to a good school, don't get sidetracked by the BS, keep your feet on the ground, learn to wrestle (not just high spots), watch Japanese wrestling tapes. And train with/like the guys since there's nothing worse than a girl who works like a girl. People are going to tell you all you need is this, that you're great, that if you're a girl, you should do this, etc. Keep your head on straight, tape all your training and matches, be honest with yourself about how things look, learn to take critisism, keep your mouth shut, and remember your goals.
