Below are some top WWE news stories of the day, involving Carmella.
• Carmella continues to speak out about her WWE departure, highlighting what she sees as unfair treatment and gender inequality in the company.
She expressed frustration over being “ghosted” after pitching non-wrestling roles, especially when injured male stars like Corey Graves and Big E were given TV opportunities.
Carmella also criticized the gender pay gap in WWE, stating, “The women there are extremely underpaid compared to the men. That’s just a fact.”
The backlash escalated when a fan tweeted a death threat at her. Carmella responded by calling out the toxic side of the wrestling community.
“IWC, ladies and gentlemen…
This is why women are afraid to speak up because they get ridiculed nonstop for it. But it is what it is! I’d rather be hated for telling the truth than stay silent.”
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• Carmella opened up about her WWE departure on the Barely Famous podcast, revealing she was unaware that her contract had only been paused for 7 weeks during her pregnancy.
After taking time off in 2023 to welcome her first child with Corey Graves, she also dealt with a non-wrestling injury called Drop Foot.
While WWE initially supported her, communication broke down when she attempted to return. She pitched non-wrestling roles and a return plan, receiving positive feedback and medical clearance, but was then “ghosted.” With only 12 days’ notice, she was informed her contract had expired, leaving her blindsided.
Carmella questioned why she wasn’t given the same opportunities as others transitioning from in-ring roles, suggesting gender may have played a role. Calling it a “sh*tty way to end a 12-year career,” she spoke out against what she saw as unfair treatment, especially since her absence was due to pregnancy.
