WWE has released over 80 talents so far this year, and fans were shocked when it was revealed a few weeks ago that former Raw Women’s Champion Nia Jax had been let go. Following her WWE release Jax switched up her look, and she recently took to Instagram to show off her straightened hair.
Nia Jax was released on November 4th along with 17 other Superstars, and WWE released another 8 Superstars this week. Following her release it was reported that Nia Jax’s vaccination status was one of the reasons why WWE let her go, and Jax issued the following statement in response to the reports:
“I usually keep my personal life private, but yesterday’s reports leave me with no option but to clarify matters. I recently took a short leave of absence from WWE for a mental health break. I’ve been working through so much — more than I can share — and so I took some time, with the full support of the company, to take care of myself.
Earlier this week, after WWE sent me my schedule to return to the ring for the November 15 show, I asked for an extension to my mental health break, feeling that I needed more time, and hoping I would have the ongoing support of the company I have given my all to for the past 7 years. I did not receive a response. The next I heard, I was being released. My vaccination status was never mentioned. I wasn’t given any choices or options.
It breaks my heart to be so abruptly let go, without consultation, when dealing with so much privately. I loved my career at WWE, I love the men and women I worked with, and I am going to need time to process this huge loss. I appreciate those people who have shown understanding and compassion during an incredibly difficult time.”
