In a heartwarming moment for the wrestling world, AEW star Ricochet and former WWE ring announcer Samantha Irvin have officially tied the knot. The couple, who have been a beloved pair in the wrestling community since going public with their relationship in 2021, celebrated their wedding on March 26, 2025, just a day before the news broke.
Their journey from colleagues in WWE to partners in life has captivated fans, and their marriage marks a new chapter for the couple as they continue to make waves in their respective careers.
Ricochet, whose real name is Trevor Mann, and Samantha Irvin, born Samantha Johnson, first met while working together in WWE. Their relationship blossomed over the years, with the couple announcing their engagement in January 2023. After dating for several years, their wedding was a much-anticipated event for fans who have followed their story.
Irvin shared glimpses of the celebration through her Instagram Stories, giving fans a peek into their special day.
The timing of the wedding coincided with Ricochet’s absence from the March 26 episode of AEW Dynamite, where he was notably missing from a scheduled segment. During the show, Ricochet appeared via a pre-recorded message, dressed in a dapper white tuxedo, to explain his absence. He revealed that he was celebrating his wedding day, calling it the “best day of his life,” though reports later clarified that the actual ceremony took place over the weekend prior.
In his message, Ricochet also addressed his upcoming triple threat match at AEW Dynasty, where he is set to challenge AEW International Champion Kenny Omega and “Speedball” Mike Bailey for the title. Despite his absence, Ricochet made sure to put his opponents on notice, blending his personal joy with his in-ring intensity.
Samantha Irvin, a fan-favorite during her tenure as a WWE ring announcer, left the company in October 2024 to pursue her music career and other ventures. Known for her dynamic announcing style and ability to adapt her voice to match the wrestlers’ personas, Irvin quickly became one of the most popular ring announcers in WWE history, often compared to legends like Lilian Garcia.
Her departure shocked the wrestling world, with many speculating she might join Ricochet in AEW. However, Irvin has since focused on her music, releasing her first single, “Make Me,” on February 14, which garnered significant attention from her fanbase. Ricochet publicly supported her new venture, sharing his excitement on Instagram Stories at the time.
Ricochet, meanwhile, has been carving out a new path in AEW since joining the promotion in August 2024, following his departure from WWE in July of that year. The high-flying wrestler, known for his athleticism and daring in-ring style, has already made an impact in AEW, engaging in a heated rivalry with former AEW World Champion Swerve Strickland earlier in 2025. That feud saw personal jabs, including Strickland referencing Irvin during a contract signing on the March 5 episode of AEW Dynamite, claiming Ricochet would only be remembered as “Samantha Irvin’s husband.” The comment sparked a strong reaction from the crowd and led to Irvin responding on social media with a GIF, showing her engagement with the wrestling community even after leaving WWE.
The couple’s wedding has been met with an outpouring of support from fans. Many have taken to social media to congratulate the newlyweds, with sentiments ranging from heartfelt messages to playful comments about Ricochet’s “ultimate heel move” of marrying the beloved Irvin while thriving in AEW. While some fans still hold out hope that Irvin might return to wrestling—potentially joining Ricochet in AEW—she has expressed a desire to continue her story in the industry on her own terms, leaving the door open for a future comeback.
For now, Ricochet and Samantha Irvin are basking in their newlywed bliss while balancing their professional ambitions. Ricochet is gearing up for a high-stakes match at AEW Dynasty, aiming to capture the AEW International Championship, while Irvin continues to pursue her music career, with fans eagerly awaiting her next release.
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