The OhSoDivalicious family had the privilege and honor of getting in touch with Annie Social. She most graciously accepted our offer of an interview.  In the course of our dialogue with Annie Social, we have come to know her as a very sweet, caring, and genuine individual. She’s a very talented wrestler with a great personality and unique ‘bitter’ persona.  Annie Social shared with us her entry into the wrestling business, her favorite opponents,  her thoughts on the current music scene,  and so much more We would like to express our deepest and utmost gratitude to her for granting this interview and allowing us to get to know her. Check the interview out and learn about Annie Social aka Nancy Becker!

Thank you for agreeing to do this interview. How are you doing today?
Annie Social: I’m great!

How did you get into the wrestling business?
Annie Social: I was working at a bar in Center City (Philadelphia) and a promoter for WEW and DWOW came in to visit a girl I worked with. He asked me if I’d like to be a part of their event as an oil wrestler and I agreed. I oil wrestled for a few years at their live events and decided that I wanted to train to be a pro wrestler. A friend I met at DWOW/WEW introduced me to Trent Acid and Johnny Kashmere and I began training at their school. I also trained with Gary Wolf, Mike Kehner and Sumie Sakai during my time there.

You weren’t a fan of wrestling when you were growing up, but rather a fan of boxing. How does your love of boxing affect your wrestling style?
Annie Social: Watching boxing and training as a boxer helped me tremendously. Everything from the footwork drills to the conditioning drills comes in handy in wrestling. I’m also able to protect myself a bit more in the ring.

What were your thoughts on your debut match? Who did you face?
Annie Social: I had several matches at DWOW and WEW before what I would count as my pro debut. After training for several months at PWU, I was put in a tag match. I tagged with Sumie Sakai against Mickie Knuckles and Amy Lee. I honestly didn’t feel quite ready at the time. Had I been better prepared, I would have done a much better job. It was definitely a learning experience. All of the wrestlers involved in that match are exceedingly good at what they do. I just wish I was more skilled at the time. If I could go back and do it over again, I definitely would.

Are there any wrestlers that influenced your wrestling or gimmick?
Annie Social: The guys I trained with influenced my wrestling a lot. I trained 4 days a week with Devon Moore and Detox and I feel like I took a lot from both of their styles.

Read after the cut about  her favorite opponents, Roxxie Cotton, Alexa Thatcher, and so much more!

How did you get into the Naked Women’s Wrestling League?
Annie Social: Their office emailed me through my website and I took a chance and went up there (Toronto). They were a great group of people to work with. They were very respectful toward all of the girls and they had a phenominal wrestling trainer (Ron Hutchison).

You debuted in Women Superstars Uncensored on December 22, 2007 losing against Alexa Thatcher. What were your thoughts on working with Alexa?
Annie Social: Alexa is a beautiful girl and a tremendous talent. She was an absolute pleasure to work with. It’s a shame she doesn’t wrestle anymore.

You formed a team with Roxxie Cotton called the Beatdown Betties. What was it like to work with Roxxie?
Annie Social: Roxie is a blast to work with! She’s actually a close friend of mine. We always have a great time whether we work together or against each other.

How did you and Roxxie feel when you captured the first ever WSU tag team titles?
Annie Social: It was awesome! It definitely sucked severely when we lost them.

In Shimmer, you are well known for accompanying Melanie Cruise and Wesna. What is it like to manage these two ladies?
Annie Social: It was a cool dynamic working with both of them because Wesna is a very experienced veteran and Melanie is new to the game. It was an honor to work with Wesna before her retirement. The wrestling business is losing a great talent in her absence. Melanie improves every time I see her so I believe she will definitely be one to watch in the next couple of years.

You had a winning streak going in Jersey All Pro Wrestling. How did it feel to go one on one with the reigning JAPW Women’s Champion, Sara Del Rey?
Annie Social: Sara is an incredible wrestler and I am a big fan of her work. I have a lot of respect for her so it was very cool to face her at JAPW. I hope to do it again.

Anita asks who has been your favorite opponent? Why?
Annie Social: I have several favorites currently. I always enjoy working with Roxie because we can beat the crap out of each other and still be friends at the end of it. I like to wrestle Sumie because she keeps me on my toes and I learn something everytime I’m in a match with her. Mia Yim is a lot of fun to work with because she’s brand new and so talented already and I also enjoy working with April Hunter and Sara Del Rey because they are super strong and totally push me to the limit.

Another reader, Lance, asked if you watch TNA or WWE? If so, who are your favorite Knockouts and/or Divas?
Annie Social: I honestly haven’t been watching either product. It’s always on when I’m at work. I will say that currently I’m a fan of Hamada and Tara. I dig chicks that can really throw down!

If you could face anyone ( that you haven’t already) who would you wrestle? What type of match would you want with them?
Annie Social: I would like to wrestle Tara in a submission match. She has an MMA background so I think it could be good.

Sadie wanted to know who was your favorite musical artist?
Annie Social: I can’t really name one favorite because I like a ton of music. Lately I’ve been listening to Atmosphere and a ton of oldies. I like everything from Atmosphere to Pantera to the Wu Tang Clan with a lot of obscure Motown and Doo Wop in between. I am really hating the current music scene, specifically the hip hop and lame ass emo.

How would you describe yourself in one word?
Annie Social: Bitter

Are you interested in getting into TNA or WWE?
Annie Social: I am interested in working with anyone that is interested in working with me.

What does the future have in store for Annie Social?
Annie Social: Lots of bitterness and beatdowns! As long as I can run my mouth and close my fist there’s no limit to what can happen.

Thank you for joining us for this interview. Is there anything you would like to say to your fans or plug?
Annie Social: Thank you for taking the time to get to know me. Keep an eye on anniesocial.com for tour dates and come see me :)