In a jaw-dropping revelation, Mercedes Mone, the wrestling sensation formerly known as Sasha Banks, has finally broken her silence on why she walked away from the WWE. Brace yourselves, because this story is hotter than a steel chair to the face!
The Hardest Decision of Her Life
In an exclusive interview on the Kick Rocks wrestling podcast, Mone spilled the beans on her dramatic exit. She described it as the “hardest decision of her life”, and we’re not talking about choosing between a moonsault and a frog splash. No, this was bigger—much bigger.
Creative Clash with Vince McMahon
So, what pushed Mone to leave the squared circle behind? Creative differences! Yes, you read that right. The same creative genius who gave us larger-than-life characters, epic storylines, and iconic entrance themes clashed with the Boss herself. Vince McMahon, the puppet master pulling the strings backstage, found himself at odds with the Legit Boss.
The Straw That Broke the Camel’s Back
Mercedes Mone didn’t mince words. She revealed that it all came to a head during a heated argument over her character arc. Apparently, Vince wanted her to ride a unicorn down the ramp while juggling flaming torches. Mone, being the badass she is, put her foot down. She said, “I’m not a circus act, Vince!” And just like that, the Boss’s office erupted in chaos.
From Tag Team Champ to Free Agent
Remember when Mone and Naomi held those shiny WWE Women’s Tag Team Championship belts? Well, they were stripped of those titles faster than a Royal Rumble elimination. Mercedes Mone and Naomi (Trinity Fatu) walked out together, leaving fans stunned and Vince fuming. But Mone’s departure wasn’t the end—it was a new beginning.
The Universe Guided Her
Mercedes Mone, a firm believer in the universe’s cosmic vibes, revealed that she felt a higher power guiding her. It whispered, “Mercedes, spread your wings and fly!” And fly she did. Mone dipped her toes into NJPW and Stardom, proving that she’s more than just a Boss. She’s a wrestling force to be reckoned with.
What’s Next for Mercedes Mone?
Hold onto your steel chairs, folks! Mercedes Mone teased that she has “unfinished business” in wrestling. Rumor has it she’s eyeing AEW, where the competition is as fierce as a Hell in a Cell match. Will she reunite with Naomi? Will she unleash a new finishing move? Only time will tell.
Mercedes Moné speaks out on social media hate & the effects of it & how she dealt/deals w/it:
“Social media is so mean, people don’t understand that, us celebrities, we legit get bullied & harassed online every single day & people are like ‘well it’s part of the business you… pic.twitter.com/o32tDwBofA
— Wrestle Ops (@WrestleOps) March 7, 2024
The Bottom Line
Mercedes Mone’s exit from WWE wasn’t just a walkout—it was a seismic shift in the wrestling landscape. So, grab your popcorn, because the Boss is back, and she’s ready to rewrite the script. As Mone herself puts it, “I left WWE, but I didn’t leave the fight.”
