World Wrestling Federation

The roots of the World Wrestling Federation (WWF), now known as WWE, trace back to 1953 when it was founded as the Capitol Wrestling Corporation (CWC). The company underwent several major transformations over the decades, beginning with its rebranding to the World Wide Wrestling Federation (WWWF) in 1963 after breaking away from the National Wrestling Alliance (NWA).

This move established the organization as a significant force in the northeastern United States, propelled by stars such as Bruno Sammartino and regular major shows at venues like Madison Square Garden. In 1979, the promotion was renamed the World Wrestling Federation (WWF), maintaining its strong presence with an evolving roster of talent and shifting toward a national audience under Vince McMahon Jr. in the 1980s.

This era was pivotal, as the WWF introduced entertainment focused storylines and became synonymous with professional wrestling on a global scale. In 2002, due to a trademark dispute with the World Wildlife Fund, the company changed its name to World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE).

Continuing its legacy, WWE is recognized as the largest professional wrestling promotion in the world, broadcasting flagship shows like Raw and SmackDown in over 150 countries and hosting iconic events like WrestleMania, Survivor Series, Royal Rumble, and SummerSlam.

In 2023, WWE merged with the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) parent company Endeavor to form TKO Group Holdings, continuing its expansion and influence in sports entertainment.