Saturday Morning Wrestling: GLOW Gorgeous Ladies of Wrestling Hollywood Jeanne Basone: The Glamorous GLOW Villain

If you were into Gorgeous Ladies of Wrestling (GLOW) back in the day, you definitely remember Hollywood, Jeanne Basone. She wasn’t just a pretty face—Hollywood was the very first to be cast as a GLOW girl and was one of the show’s most iconic villains. With her glamorous street girl persona and killer moves, she knew how to bring drama and excitement to the ring. Her character had the glitz of the Sunset Strip with an edge of menace that made her so intriguing to watch.

Hollywood Jeanne Basone, in Hollywood

In the ring, Hollywood was fierce. She brought a blend of charisma and athleticism to her villainous role, always keeping the audience on their toes. Her high-energy matches against the good girls were legendary, packed with intense action and loads of attitude. From the pilot episode to the unexpected final episode, Hollywood cemented her status as a top competitor and a formidable opponent.

A spread from GLOW Magazine feature Hollywood

After GLOW, Hollywood didn’t just disappear into the sunset. Jeanne kept her wrestling career going on the indie circuit and even dabbled in acting and modeling. She's made television appearances in shows like Married with Children, In Living Color, and Saved by the Bell. Jeanne's also appeared in blockbuster Hollywood films like Me, Myself and Irene, Basic Instinct, and Son in Law. One of Jeanne's most iconic post-GLOW projects was playing Jane in the fondly remembered video game Plumbers Don't Wear Ties. Her legacy as one of GLOW’s top bad girls lives on, especially with the resurgence of interest in GLOW thanks to the Netflix series. Jeanne’s journey from a glamorous villain in the ring to a multifaceted performer is a testament to her talent and determination.

Terry and I with Jeanne, on a cruise 2018

Today, Hollywood offers fans a chance to wrestle her in private sessions—contact her if you're interested. She's also released her own comic books and her autobiography will be available sometime next year. If you loved Hollywood, be sure to look her up on Facebook, Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), and her Etsy Store. You might also catch her at fan conventions for wrestling, comic books, and her yearly appearance at the CAC in Las Vegas. Anyone who's ever met her can attest that Hollywood is one of the most fan-friendly wrestlers you could ever meet.

Each Saturday I will post a new blog entry featuring memories of a wrestling legend, including the Gorgeous Ladies of Wrestling as well as other wrestlers I loved as a kid and into adulthood.

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