October 28th 2024.
Samantha Irvin recently announced her departure from her role as a ring announcer for WWE, and now she has opened up about the real reason behind her decision. The talented 35-year-old has been praised for her emotional performances over the years, but she has revealed that she never truly enjoyed the job.
In a heartfelt message shared on her social media, Samantha expressed her gratitude for the opportunities she had at WWE, but also explained that she didn't see herself as an announcer and had other ambitions as a performer. She wanted to explore roles such as manager, commentator, and even writer, inspired by the success of people like Paul Heyman in the wrestling world.
Samantha also addressed the rumors that she may join her fiancé Ricochet at AEW, clarifying that her decision to leave WWE was not influenced by him. She admitted to feeling anxious about her role as an announcer, especially with the pressure of millions of viewers watching her every move. Despite her love for her colleagues and the fans, she knew it was time to pursue other passions.
The former America's Got Talent star and singer also shared that she had to make a tough call when the role of announcer stopped being a performance and became her actual identity. While she enjoyed creating a vibe and interacting with fans, the actual job of announcing was not fulfilling for her. She couldn't pretend any longer and wanted to explore other avenues.
Fans may remember Samantha's emotional reaction when Cody Rhodes won the WWE Championship at WrestleMania 40 earlier this year, but she explained that it was a sign that she needed to move on and explore other roles. She thanked the fans for their support but made it clear that she would never trade being a fan for being a ring announcer.
Samantha's departure comes at a time when WWE is making a move to Netflix, making it a tough call for her. But she remains grateful for the position she had and the opportunities it gave her. She also made it clear that she will always cherish the memories and the relationships she formed during her time at WWE.
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