If your first response upon reading that title is "huh?" you're probably not alone. After all, in Freddie Prinze Jr.'s career trajectory, most people probably never saw a creative partnership with the WWE, land of faux-wrestling and enough drama to make Meredith Grey's head spin.
But yes, it's true, Prinze and the WWE are teaming up in a "behind the scenes role that will contribute to the WWE's weekly television and pay-per-view programs". Does that mean he's becoming the new Vince McMahon? One of those behind the scenes guys who also portrays a "villain" in this soap opera with speedos? Regardless of what Prinze's role may be, is this really a good idea?
Don't get me wrong, Freddie hasn't exactly been pulling in the offers as of late it seems. After a string of failed films and an unsuccessful sitcom (remember Freddie? Neither does anyone else. Hell, even IMDB is trying to forget it), lord knows he was in need of something to bring home the bacon. But does this really have the air of a "comeback"? Everyone loves a decent pay cheque (and Sarah Michelle Gellar may want a break from being the breadwinner for once), but is this going to help Prinze in any sort of attempt at gaining national attention. Not so much. I agree that TV is a good place for Prinze at this point in his career. But maybe try joining a strong ensemble cast in a freaky dramatic series, a la Lost or the upcoming Fringe? His previous roles don't promote much in terms of dramatic skills, but he always had that relatable charm that made him a success back in the She's All That days.
Who knows though. Cyndi Lauper joined up with the WWE in the 80's and it worked for her. Maybe Prinze can make it work, and possibly in turn bring the WWE back into the limelight as well, something that has significantly worn off since the Rock left. Even still, I have a feeling that this is gonna take more than a few Hulkamaniacs to make this work.
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