WWE continues live shows after announced as 'essential business' in Florida

By: Tatumn Vaught on April 15, 2020

There's still hope in the sports world. WWE has been deemed an 'essential business' by President Donald Trump and Orange County, FL Mayor, Jerry Demings. The WWE will resume live taping from Winter Park, FL.

The WWE claimed prior to the outbreak of the disease, they did not plan on closing operations or taping of their show, however once forced the company relocated and pushed to be exempt from the shelter-in-place order. This is due to the lack of audience present for this event, as an entertainment form rather than a sporting event.

"We believe it is now more important than ever to provide people with a diversion from these hard times," WWE said in a statement. "We are producing content on a closed set with only essential personnel in attendance following appropriate guidelines while taking additional precautions to ensure the health and wellness of our performers and staff. As a brand that has been woven into the fabric of society, WWE and its Superstars bring families together and deliver a sense of hope, determination and perseverance."

This has sparked interest in other leagues, potentially presenting the possibility of other sports to be played in this location to prevent the spread in other states. The UFC has not responded to this news yet and is still suspended for the time being.