One big thing: Mercedes Mone opens up about decade-long friendship with Bayley
In her latest “Mone Mag” newsletter, AEW’s Mercedes Mone shared candid insights about her enduring friendship with WWE superstar Bayley, describing their instant connection and mutual dedication to elevating women’s wrestling.
Why it matters
• Their relationship represents a rare glimpse into genuine wrestling friendships that transcend company lines
• Their collaborative work helped revolutionize women’s wrestling in WWE, culminating in becoming the inaugural Women’s Tag Team Champions
• Shows how personal bonds in wrestling can enhance in-ring performance and storytelling
By the numbers
• 10+ years of friendship
• 2 companies (AEW and WWE)
• 2 championships currently held by Mone (NJPW STRONG Women’s and AEW TBS)
Key insights from Mone
From the moment I met Bayley, we had an instant connection,” Mone wrote. “I KNEW she was just like me. We loved wrestling in the same genuine way and became best friends instantly.”
On their in-ring chemistry
• Describes Bayley as her “greatest opponent of all time”
• Emphasizes their shared creativity in match planning
• Highlights their mutual trust and protection in the ring
Current status
• Bayley continues as a prominent figure on WWE SmackDown
• Mone has established herself as a dual champion in AEW and NJPW
• Their friendship continues despite working for different companies
The bottom line
While their professional paths have diverged, the bond between Mercedes Mone and Bayley demonstrates how authentic friendships can enhance both personal relationships and professional performances in professional wrestling.
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