Paul Walter Hauser, an Emmy and Golden Globe Award-winning actor, has ascended to the position of executive producer at Major League Wrestling (MLW). His role will focus on enhancing the promotion’s television and streaming rights along with licensing opportunities. As part of his career progression, Hauser has elected Artists First to represent him.
The official release is as follows:
MAJOR LEAGUE WRESTLING (MLW) CALLS PAUL WALTER HAUSER AS NEW EXECUTIVE PRODUCER, JOINS FORCES WITH ARTISTS FIRST FOR REPRESENTATION
Los Angeles, CA – [03/12/2025] – Major League Wrestling (MLW) takes pride in announcing that celebrated actor and wrestling enthusiast Paul Walter Hauser has taken the helm as Executive Producer. Concurrently, MLW has teamed up with Artists First for representation where they will pioneer the brand’s leap into TV & streaming rights, along with brand licensing opportunities.
Hauser, an ardent supporter of MLW and professional wrestling, brings to the organization a rich trove of entertainment industry knowledge, knack for storytelling, and zeal for the sport. In his new role, Hauser holds the key to shaping the creative and business vision of MLW, enhancing its reach across multimedia platforms, and propelling new content initiatives.
“As a lifelong admirer of professional wrestling, I’ve found MLW to reflect everything I cherish about the sport such as exhilarating action, engaging characters, and inventive storytelling,” shared Paul Walter Hauser. “Seizing the opportunity to become MLW’s Executive Producer and collaborating with the team to offer fans an unparalleled experience are feats I eagerly await.”
Aligned with its growth strategy, MLW has forged a partnership with Artists First, a well-established management company with a solid record in showbiz representation. This alliance aims to steer MLW’s endeavors in bagging television and streaming distribution deals as well as brand licensing partnerships – key to continued league growth in an ever-dynamic sports and entertainment landscape.
“With Paul Walter Hauser joining as Executive Producer and our collaboration with Artists First, we’re hitting a significant milestone,” stated Court Bauer, the Founder and CEO of MLW. “Paul’s intensity and creativeness, enriched by Artists First’s top-notch specialization, will shoot MLW to new milestones and proliferate our visibility across diverse platforms.”
Such invigorating news comes as MLW pushes ahead with new programming, live events, and digital content to enthrall wrestling aficionados worldwide.
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In related MLW news, the association has unveiled that Jesus Rodriguez, previously with WWE, will make an appearance in the 40-wrestler Battle Riot match at the forthcoming MLW Battle Riot VII event next month.
Here’s the official announcement:
Jesus Rodriguez has joined the Battle Riot in LA on April 5
Salina’s right-hand man engages in the most awaited match of the year in MLW.
MLW has revealed today that Jesus Rodriguez will engage in the 40-wrestler Battle RIOT match that will happen at MLW Battle RIOT VII on Saturday, April 5, at Commerce Casino & Hotel in Los Angeles, CA, and will be streamed live on YouTube.
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Assigned to fulfil Salina de la Renta’s ruthless errands, Rodriguez isn’t just the master of ceremonies for Promociones Dorado—he is a potent force—a tactician, a seasoned competitor who has performed across continents. With his in-ring instincts as awe-inspiring as his theatricality and knack for drama, Rodriguez is an undeniable spectacle.
A key member of Salina’s private circle, Rodriguez is renowned for his razor-sharp wit, unmatched intellect, and an aptitude for making things happen—no matter what. Always draped in the most cutting-edge suits and eliciting attention with his suave persona, this man has an undeniable flair inside the ring.
In the bedlam of Battle RIOT, Rodriguez has a golden chance to tip the scales of power in MLW’s favor. Can he outstrip 39 other contenders and reclaim championship gold for Salina?
Tune in when MLW takes over Los Angeles on April 5 for Battle RIOT!