Samantha Irvin Clarifies WWE Exit Timeline

One big thing

Former WWE ring announcer Samantha Irvin has refuted claims that she gave last-minute notice of her departure, stating she informed WWE “months before Raw.”

Why it matters

Irvin’s clarification challenges initial reports about her exit and sheds light on the professionalism behind her decision to leave WWE.

The details

• Irvin announced her departure from WWE shortly before Monday Night RAW this week, surprising many fans.
• PWInsider reported that WWE was informed of her decision “earlier in the day” of her last appearance.
• Irvin took to Twitter to correct this information, stating she gave notice “months” in advance.
• Her husband, WWE superstar Ricochet, confirmed Irvin has no plans to join AEW, quashing speculation about her next move.

By the numbers

• Irvin joined WWE in 2021.
• She served as a ring announcer for RAW, SmackDown, and premium live events.

What’s next

Music career

• Reports suggest Irvin left WWE to focus on her music career.
• She is expected to fully pursue music now that she’s no longer with the company.

WWE’s response

• WWE has not officially commented on Irvin’s departure or her clarification about the timeline.

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