WWE star Bayley humorously revealed she has a special “super premium” subscription to Mercedes Moné’s texting platform, which charges fans $99.99 monthly. Speaking to talkSPORT, Bayley explained that she maintains a private texting connection with Moné, the CEO of the service, which is unavailable to the general public.
Bayley and Moné, formerly known as Sasha Banks, share a long-standing friendship from their time in WWE’s NXT brand, where they were prominent figures. Together, they became the company’s first Women’s Tag Team Champions while also holding individual titles, marking a significant achievement in WWE history.
The Journey of Bayley and Moné as WWE Trailblazers
During their time in WWE, Bayley and Moné stood out as pioneers for women’s wrestling. They not only claimed the inaugural Women’s Tag Team Championships but were also the first women to headline a WWE pay-per-view event, cementing their legacy in the industry. Their matches at TakeOver: Brooklyn and TakeOver: Respect are often celebrated as some of the finest women’s bouts in wrestling history.
Following her departure from WWE in 2022, Moné reinvented her wrestling persona on international stages such as NJPW and Stardom and currently competes in AEW. Beyond wrestling, she has gained mainstream recognition starring on Disney+ series, notably The Mandalorian, using her birth name Mercedes Varnado.
Public Reaction to the $99.99 Monthly Texting Service
Moné has faced criticism from fans and peers alike for launching a texting service with a $99.99 monthly fee. WWE star Becky Lynch notably joked that Bayley was
“paying $100 a month to her best friend to text her.”
However, Bayley refuted this during her talkSPORT interview at WWE 2K26 Creator Fest, emphasizing that their messaging is private and free.
Bayley stated,
“I text her for free, Her and I text for free on a private line that like nobody gets. You know, nobody has that. Super premium. We’ve had it since, you know, we’re the first ever women’s tag team champions. We’re the first-ever women to main event on WWE [pay-per-view].”
Bayley further explained,
“First-ever women have an Iron Man match, made history in Brooklyn, and all those fine things. That’s what that line is specific for.”
Possibility of Moné Returning to WWE
Despite Moné’s success outside WWE, Bayley has not lost hope for a potential return to the company. She compares Moné’s possible comeback to those of CM Punk and AJ Lee, who shocked fans by reappearing unexpectedly.
Bayley expressed,
“I would hope so, I don’t know deep down. I used to feel deep down that – Yes.”
She added,
“But now I don’t know. I just all I can do is hold on to hope, which is what I’m best at. And as long as she’s happy, I’m happy.”
Impact and Future of the Texting Service and WWE Career
Mercedes Moné’s $99 texting service has sparked conversations around the commercialization of personal fan interaction in wrestling. Her connection with Bayley highlights a clear distinction between public and private engagements, underscoring their continued bond despite evolving careers.
Their shared history as part of WWE’s Four Horsewomen and their pioneering achievements continue to resonate with fans, retaining interest in both women’s future endeavors. Whether Moné returns to WWE or continues to focus on her ventures outside wrestling remains uncertain, but her ventures have already made a notable impact on fan interactions within the wrestling world.
