Taya Valkyrie Departs From AEW

Taya Valkyrie announced earlier today that she has left AEW and entered free agency after declining a contract extension offer from the company.”

“FROM THE TAYA VALKYRIE TEAM, LOS ANGELES, CA- Taya Valkyrie enters Free Agency after AEW exit. After much consideration and thorough discussions with her team Valkyrie has officially entered free agency having elected not to accept an offer to extend her contract with All Elite Wrestling (AEW).

I am incredibly grateful for my time with AEW and the opportunity to be part of the organization. While there, I wrestled and worked alongside exceptional talent, and built lasting relationships within the AEW family and deepend my relationships in the wrestling community.

I am beyond thankful to the fans for their continued support of me, not only in my time with AEW but also as I step into this new chapter as a free agent. I can’t wait for what’s to come and have a lot more to leave in the ring. With my contract now concluded, I’m excited to explore new opportunities and possibilities as a wrestler, TV personality, and creative.

Valkyrie’s decision to enter free agency comes at a very exciting time in her career having been a Traitor on Traitors Canada this fall and following the release of her debut music EP, FAKE.”

💛 Thank you @AEW https://t.co/9pgP3EEObz

— TAYA VALKYRIE (@thetayavalkyrie) November 4, 2026

Prior to her departure, Valkyrie had been with AEW since March of 2023 and last wrestled for AEW in November of 2025 and for Ring of Honor this past January.