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UPDATE ON TODAY'S HEARING FOR WWE STAR MARCEL 'LUDWIG KAISER' BARTHEL IN FLORIDA

By Mike Johnson on 2026-07-16 15:47:00

Following a pre-trial hearing today for WWE star Marcel "Ludwig Kaiser aka El Grande Americano" Barthel in Florida, Barthel's attorney filed a motion to continue (delay) proceedings until 8/27.

Barthel's attorney also filed a waiver for a speedy trial, meaning he has given up his rights to be tried within a certain timeframe.

As it currently stands, the court is expecting a trial to take place in September.  Obviously, if there is a plea deal or the charges are dismissed, that won't be the case.

Barthel was not present at the hearing.

More as we confirm.

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