Michael Cole

Michael Sean Coulthard (born December 8, 1966), better known by his stage name Michael Cole, is an American professional wrestling commentator and former news journalist. He is the current play-by-play announcer for WWE's SmackDown brand and  the vice president of announcing since 2020. Cole also guest refereed a couple of dark matches and competed in his first match against Jerry Lawler at WrestleMania XXVII. In 2010, he became a heel, and turned face again in 2012.

 Awards and accomplishments 

 The Baltimore Sun
 Non-Wrestling Performer of the Year (2010)
 World Wrestling Entertainment / WWE
 Slammy Award (4 times)
 "Oh My" Moment of the Year (2009)
 "And I Quote..." Line of the Year (2010)
 Most Regrettable Attire of the Year (2011) 
 Favorite Web Show of the Year (2013) – 
 Wrestling Observer Newsletter
 Worst Gimmick (2011)
 Worst Television Announcer (2001, 2009–2012, 2020)
 WrestleCrap
 Gooker Award (2011) Antics throughout the years

 References 

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