The Dramatic Exit from WWE: Behind the Scenes of Leaving the Biggest Wrestling Company

TLDRLeaving WWE was a dramatic moment, as nobody quits the company. The decision to leave was motivated by personal happiness and the realization that the paycheck wasn't worth it. The exit was met with resistance, but ultimately allowed, giving the opportunity to pursue other endeavors.

Key insights

💔Leaving WWE was a difficult decision, as nobody quits the company and everyone wanted to talk me down.

💼The decision to leave was motivated by the realization that the paycheck wasn't worth sacrificing personal happiness.

💪Leaving WWE required careful planning, releasing a statement, and dealing with the drama and resistance from others in the industry.

🚫Despite the exit, there are constraints that prevent me from using my previous name and persona in other companies.

✨Leaving WWE has opened up opportunities for new experiences and the chance to establish a different identity in the wrestling world.

Q&A

What was the exit from WWE like?

—Leaving WWE was a dramatic moment, as nobody quits the company. There was resistance and attempts to talk me down, but I couldn't be swayed in my decision.

Why did you decide to leave WWE?

—I decided to leave WWE because the paycheck wasn't worth sacrificing my personal happiness. I wanted to pursue other endeavors and felt it was the right time for a change.

How did WWE react to your departure?

—WWE could have prevented my departure and kept me under contract, but they allowed me to leave. There were mixed reactions, but overall, it was a professional decision.

Can you still use your previous name and persona in other wrestling companies?

—No, I cannot use my previous name and persona in other wrestling companies due to ongoing discussions and constraints. I have chosen to establish a different identity moving forward.

What opportunities have opened up since leaving WWE?

—Leaving WWE has opened up opportunities for new experiences and the chance to establish a different identity in the wrestling world. It has been an exciting journey so far.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Leaving WWE was a dramatic moment as nobody quits the company. There was resistance and attempts to talk me down.

00:12The decision to leave was motivated by the realization that the paycheck wasn't worth sacrificing personal happiness.

01:12Leaving WWE required careful planning, releasing a statement, and dealing with the drama and resistance from others in the industry.

02:49Despite the exit, there are constraints that prevent me from using my previous name and persona in other companies.

04:08Leaving WWE has opened up opportunities for new experiences and the chance to establish a different identity in the wrestling world.

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