On Tuesday, BJ Whitmer was sentenced in his domestic violence case.
In an update on his sentencing, Whitmer will spend four months under house arrest for strangulation and second-degree burglary in June of 2023. Following his arrest, he was immediately terminated from AEW where he was working as a producer.
According to court records, Whitmer will be required to complete a Batterer’s Intervention Program and will be subject to an Interpersonal Protective Order for the longest allowable time under the law. He will also be under probation for five years.
O’Shay Edwards recently spoke with Tom Campbell of Cultaholic to discuss his time working in Ring of Honor throughout the company’s pandemic era, and more.
You can check out some highlights from the interview below:
On his experience in the locker room: “Those locker rooms man, to me, that was the pinnacle of like, at the time, I made it. Like wow, I’m in this room with guys I was watching on TV, reading about, doing film study on these people and now I’m in the room with them and I’m not so much the, oh this is O’Shay, he’s the new guy or he’s the ring boy or young boy. No, he’s our co-worker, he’s our peer. To get that level of trust with those guys, to get that level of exposure with those guys. Shane Taylor and everybody else was great, believe it or not, I told people that I learned more backstage than I did actually in the ring. I would listen to Jay Lethal and Hero call matches, ‘Please keep talking.’ Gresham would call matches, don’t stop him.”
On learning the production side: “Getting a chance to actually sit in the production truck, sit in gorilla and just listen and absorb it — I take that wherever I go because for me, learning in front of the camera is one thing. That’s great, but I want to know what’s going on in the back on the camera because I wanted to know what could I do to make this guy’s job easier, you know? If I can make the camera guy’s job easier, if I can make the sound guy’s job easier, if I could make the producer’s job easier, they’re gonna want to keep working with me. That’s ultimately what happened, where I can come out and I can do my entrance and we had a rapport when I need to slow down, speed up, stop here, let the lower third happen. I’m getting such an on the job experience learning about TV and production. I wouldn’t give that time up for anything. It was a short time, it was like two years all together, but I wouldn’t give that up for nothing.”
And finally, a tribute show to the late ‘Mad Kurt’ Kurtis Chapman streamed on YouTube today. You can check out the video at the link below:
“A special tribute show is airing tonight on the below link for Kurtis Chapman who sadly passed away this year.
If you could tune in and support I know it would mean a lot, and there’s a GoFundMe, too, to help the family.
YT: http://youtube.com/mdrn_nmd_pw
GFM: https://gofundme.com/f/kurtis-mad-kurt-chapman
Even just watching the show I’m sure would help celebrate how much of a super good dude Kurt was.
He’s already greatly missed.”
A special tribute show is airing tonight on the below link for Kurtis Chapman who sadly passed away this year.
If you could tune in and support I know it would mean a lot, and there’s a GoFundMe, too, to help the family.
YT: https://t.co/gsRdfE2fxh
GFM:… pic.twitter.com/egKUckDrpR
— Simon Miller (@SimonMiller316) March 5, 2024
BJ Whitmer Sentenced to House Arrest for Domestic Violence Case
Former AEW producer BJ Whitmer has been sentenced to four months of house arrest for charges of strangulation and second-degree burglary. The sentencing was announced on Tuesday, June 2023, following his arrest earlier that month. Whitmer was immediately terminated from AEW upon his arrest.
According to court records, in addition to the house arrest, Whitmer will be required to complete a Batterer’s Intervention Program and will be subject to an Interpersonal Protective Order for the maximum allowable time under the law. He will also be on probation for five years.
Whitmer’s sentencing comes as a result of his involvement in a domestic violence case. The severity of the charges highlights the seriousness of the offense and serves as a reminder that domestic violence should never be tolerated.
In light of this news, it is important to address the issue of domestic violence and its impact on individuals and society as a whole. Domestic violence is a pervasive problem that affects people of all genders, ages, and backgrounds. It can have devastating physical, emotional, and psychological effects on victims, often leaving them feeling trapped and isolated.
It is crucial for society to take a stand against domestic violence and support victims in their journey towards healing and justice. This includes holding perpetrators accountable for their actions and providing resources and support for survivors.
In addition to legal consequences, it is essential for individuals to educate themselves about healthy relationships and promote a culture of respect and equality. By challenging harmful attitudes and behaviors, we can work towards preventing domestic violence and creating a safer society for everyone.
In other news, O’Shay Edwards recently spoke about his experience working in Ring of Honor during the company’s pandemic era. Edwards expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to work alongside experienced wrestlers and learn from them. He emphasized the importance of learning not just in the ring but also behind the scenes, including production and television aspects.
Edwards’ comments shed light on the valuable learning experiences that can be gained from working in the professional wrestling industry. It highlights the importance of understanding all aspects of the business, not just the physical performance in the ring.
Lastly, a tribute show was recently streamed on YouTube to honor the late ‘Mad Kurt’ Kurtis Chapman, who passed away earlier this year. The show aimed to celebrate Chapman’s life and contributions to the wrestling community. Viewers were encouraged to tune in and support the show, as well as contribute to a GoFundMe campaign to assist Chapman’s family.
The tribute show serves as a reminder of the impact that individuals within the wrestling community can have on others. It highlights the sense of camaraderie and support that exists within the industry, even in times of loss and sadness.
In conclusion, BJ Whitmer’s sentencing for domestic violence charges serves as a reminder of the importance of addressing and combating domestic violence. It is crucial for society to stand against such behavior and support survivors in their journey towards healing. Additionally, O’Shay Edwards’ comments shed light on the valuable learning experiences that can be gained from working in the professional wrestling industry. Lastly, the tribute show for Kurtis Chapman showcases the sense of community and support within the wrestling world.