NXT GM Ava, real name Simone Alexandra Garcia Johnson, announced earlier today on Instagram that she has departed from WWE.
Ava stated that this past Tuesday’s WWE NXT show was her last date with the company and the reason for her departure was due to her deciding to not renew her contract.
“This past Tuesday was my last appearance on NXT & subsequently WWE. Thank you to all who have cheered, watched, and supported me through my journey. While my decision to not renew my contract was very difficult, it’s also new turning point in my life. It has been an honor & a privilege to be Ava.”
Ava is the daughter of TKO Board member Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson.
Prior to her announcement, Ava had been with WWE since February 2020, first as a wrestler under the ring name of Ava Raine and had been the General Manager of WWE’s NXT brand since January of 2024.
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