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Yahoo
4 days ago
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Chelsea Green Got a Heads-Up from Matt Cardona About Her WWE Release in 2021
Chelsea Green revealed that her husband, Matt Cardona, warned her just minutes before WWE officially released. In April 2021, WWE released Chelsea Green along with several other talents. While reflecting on that moment during an appearance on the Lightweights Podcast, Green explained that Cardona called her shortly before she received the news. The news gave her a brief moment to mentally prepare. Advertisement 'Matt called me, like, three minutes before I was fired, and said, 'You're about to get fired.' I don't know how,' Green recalled. 'I'm so glad he did, because it just gave me a split second in my kitchen… to, like, regroup, and be like, 'How am I gonna handle this?'' Chelsea Green immediately went into planning mode After the call, she immediately shifted into planning mode. She made a list of promotions she hadn't had the chance to work with before joining WWE. 'I immediately wrote down all the companies that I had not been able to get to before I got signed the first time. So that was like Ring of Honor and NWA.' She then contacted WWE to request an early release from her contract. 'Then I called WWE back and asked if I could be released from my contract early. So usually we have, you know, 90 days. I asked if I could be released, I believe, like on day 60 or 70, and forego my pay so I could get onto the indies earlier than the group… WWE said yes.' [H/T: Wrestlingnews] Advertisement In the same interview, Chelsea Green mentioned that there was another name set to be part of the Secret Hervice before her release. Read More: Chelsea Green Replaced In Queen Of The Ring On WWE SmackDown The post Chelsea Green Got a Heads-Up from Matt Cardona About Her WWE Release in 2021 appeared first on Wrestlezone.
Newsweek
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Chelsea Green Pitches Rare Gimmick Match Against WWE Legend
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. WWE superstar Chelsea Green has her sights set on a high-stakes dream match for the upcoming all-women's Evolution premium live event. Speaking on the Lightweights Podcast with Joe Vulpis, Green pitched a "Hair vs. Hair" match against WWE Hall of Famer Nikki Bella. The former champion detailed several dream scenarios for the July 13th event, but saved her most dramatic idea for the returning Bella. Nikki recently made her own return to RAW, beginning a feud with Liv Morgan in the build to Evolution. Chelsea Green's High-Stakes Pitch When asked about her ideal match for the historic show, Green did not hesitate to raise the stakes. She envisions a bout where the loser would be forced to have their head shaved. "Me vs. Nikki Bella. I would love to do a me versus Nikki Bella Hair vs. Hair Match," Green said. "One of us gets our head shaved. One of us ends up with a peanut head." HOUSTON, TEXAS - MARCH 11: Chelsea Green reacts after her fight against Natalya during WWE Monday Night RAW at Toyota Center on March 11, 2024 in Houston, Texas. HOUSTON, TEXAS - MARCH 11: Chelsea Green reacts after her fight against Natalya during WWE Monday Night RAW at Toyota Center on March 11, 2024 in Houston, Texas. Alex BierensA New Path In The Queen Of The Ring Tournament Before any potential match at Evolution can materialize, Green has another major opportunity in front of her. She is set to compete in the 2025 Queen of the Ring tournament. The tournament winner receives a championship match at SummerSlam. Green will be in action on an upcoming episode of SmackDown in a first-round Fatal 4-Way qualifying match against Charlotte Flair, Alexa Bliss, and Candice LeRae. The third annual Queen of the Ring tournament began on the June 9, 2025, episode of Monday Night RAW. The 16-woman tournament features a new format for its opening round, with four Fatal 4-Way matches. The winners of these matches advance to the semifinals, with the tournament final taking place at the Night of Champions premium live event in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on June 28, 2025. More news: WWE News: Steve Austin Reveals Real-Life Vince McMahon Confrontation This comes after her reign as the inaugural WWE Women's United States Champion came to an end in April. After a 132-day reign, she lost the title to Zelina Vega on an episode of SmackDown and was unsuccessful in her rematch at Saturday Night's Main Event. A strong showing in the Queen of the Ring tournament would put her right back in championship contention. More WWE News: For more on WWE, head to Newsweek Sports.
Yahoo
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Harley Cameron Reveals What It's Like Working For Tony Khan
Harley Cameron speaks on her experience working for AEW President Tony Khan. All Elite Wrestling's Harley Cameron was a recent guest on the Lightweights Podcast. When asked what it's like working for Tony Khan, Cameron praised her boss and said he's very kind and approachable. Advertisement 'Tony is literally the most kind, approachable, wonderful boss,' Harley Cameron said. 'He is someone who makes you feel comfortable with communicating with him. He's always so enthusiastic. He's always there watching the matches. Genuinely, he's always there watching. 'Afterwards, he always communicates with us all and thanks us all. He's a really great guy. If I ever felt like I needed to talk to him, he definitely allows us to know he's the kind of guy you can talk to. He's a really great guy. He's awesome. I think how cool it is to have such a cool boss.' [H/T: Fightful] Harley Cameron is currently aligned with Anna Jay in a rivalry against Megan Bayne and Penelope Ford. READ MORE: Tony Khan Reveals What's Been A 'True Game-Changer' For AEW In 2025 Advertisement What do you make of Harley Cameron's overall comments? Do you think Tony Khan would be a cool boss to have? Let us know your overall thoughts by sounding off in the comments section below. The post Harley Cameron Reveals What It's Like Working For Tony Khan appeared first on Wrestlezone.
