Mickie James to be Inducted into TNA Hall of Fame by Lisa Marie Varon at Bound for Glory

Mickie James, soon to be inducted into the TNA Hall of Fame at the Bound for Glory event on October 12, has chosen her longtime friend and fellow wrestling legend Lisa Marie Varon (known as Victoria in WWE and Tara in TNA) to induct her. James highlighted their historic moments together and expressed excitement about the choice, which was quickly approved by TNA management despite Varon's WWE Legends contract. Reflecting on her career, James shared that early in her career, women were told they would only last five years in wrestling, but she has defied those expectations with remarkable longevity. She credited TNA with rekindling her passion for wrestling through the creation of her "Hardcore Country" persona, allowing her to be her most authentic self in the ring. Additionally, James discussed her current work as a coach on the reality show LFG alongside WWE Hall of Famers like The Undertaker and Booker T, further showcasing her enduring influence in the wrestling world. The 2025 TNA Hall of Fame class also includes The Beautiful People, Angelina Love, and Velvet Sky, underscoring the event's focus on honoring women's contributions to the sport.