Ronda Rousey Announces Second Pregnancy at Comic-Con

One big thing

Former WWE star Ronda Rousey revealed she’s expecting her second child during a Comic-Con panel in San Diego on Thursday.

Why it matters

This announcement marks another milestone in Rousey’s transition from professional wrestling to family life, potentially impacting her future in the sport.

Key details

• Rousey and husband Travis Browne welcomed their first child, La’akea Makalapuaokalanipō, in September 2021.
• The couple married in 2017.
• Rousey’s WWE contract ended in 2023, with her last run concluding due to an “impregnation vacation.
• She has made a brief appearance in Ring of Honor (ROH) but hasn’t signed with All Elite Wrestling (AEW).

By the numbers

• 2: Number of children Rousey will have after this pregnancy.
• 6: Years Rousey and Browne have been married.
• 2: Years since Rousey’s last WWE appearance.

Quote

While no direct quote is available from the announcement, Rousey has previously expressed her desire to focus on family, stating in a 2019 interview: “I’ve not kept it a secret that I would definitely want to start a family.”

The big picture

Rousey’s pregnancy announcement reinforces her commitment to life outside the ring, particularly at her Browsey Acres home. While this doesn’t definitively rule out a return to professional wrestling, it suggests her focus remains on family for the foreseeable future.

What’s next

As Rousey prepares for her second child, fans and industry insiders will be watching to see if and when she might consider a return to professional wrestling.

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