WWE NXT star Blake Monroe recently shared an intimate vlog about her Blake Monroe WWE NXT journey, describing the challenges and triumphs she has experienced along the way. Opening up about years of dedication, Monroe recounted the sacrifices and dreams that fueled her pursuit of wrestling stardom in the company.
Facing Both Support and Criticism Throughout Her Career
Monroe expressed acceptance of the mixed reactions she receives from fans and critics, emphasizing her commitment to being authentic. She said,
“I can only do my best. The people who love me are going to love me, and the people who hate me are going to hate me, no matter what.”
—Blake Monroe
She also spoke of the overwhelming emotions tied to her journey, recalling her early days when she used to attend WWE events and save money to travel to WrestleMania and Royal Rumble. Monroe cautioned against misinterpretation of her words on social media, saying,
“I feel so overwhelmed about it. I left my house five or six years ago with this dream of being a WWE superstar [tears up]. I used to go to all the WWE shows, save all my money, and travel to go to WrestleMania and Royal Rumble. I don’t even want to talk about stuff because I feel like every single thing I say gets yanked and taken out of context for these articles and Twitter. I made a vlog before my debut to try and speak about these things, and I feel I’m scared to talk about it because people take it the wrong way or take me as ungrateful or anything, but I’ve had the most amazing wrestling journey. I’m so lucky. I’ve been able to travel the world and wrestle some of the best wrestlers, tell amazing stories, work with amazing writers, work with amazing people, have people take a chance on me and not for one second would I ever change anything or am I ungrateful. I’m so grateful.”
—Blake Monroe
Unwavering Dedication Amidst Adversity
Monroe emphasized the hard work and passion she has poured into her career, stating that she has consistently given more than 100% to every wrestling opportunity. She reflected on the personal sacrifices involved in chasing her dream abroad, including leaving behind her family, friends, and support system to live alone in a foreign country. She shared,
“I’ve given 110% of my life and myself to every single wrestling job no matter what. I can say that and retire one day knowing that. If you watch my work, you can see that. I don’t want anything to be misconstrued, though I know it typically will. My wrestling journey was also not easy. It is not easy to leave home and leave behind your family, friends, and support system, and live in a foreign country by yourself and chase this crazy dream. For me, to be in WWE, this is something I wanted as a little kid, so actually living this, some things are super familiar. Filming a vignette, doing a meet and greet, I’m used to this and it feels normal to me. Moments like seeing myself on the wall in the Evolution store or being on shirts with Nikki Bella and Trish Stratus and these amazing women, that’s a pinch me moment. I feel really proud of the kid who wanted to do this, and the teenager who had a really hard time wanting to do this, and the young adult who grew up and traveled the world and wrestled for like nothing on the indies, drove everywhere, moved to Japan, and scrubbed dojo floors. Japan was like the best time of my life, but it wasn’t easy.”
—Blake Monroe
The Struggles and Rewards of Relocating for Wrestling
When Monroe relocated to America to further her career, she encountered unexpected difficulties. She confessed that moving to the U.S. was the toughest experience she had endured, noting the isolation of being alone in an unfamiliar place. However, she expressed pride in her perseverance and the milestones she has achieved as a result. Monroe reflected,
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“Moving to America, I thought, would be the easiest, but it was the hardest thing I’ve ever done. I don’t know if it was the age I was or knowing that this was hopefully, potentially, forever, realizing it was just going to be me for the rest of my life in this foreign place. It hasn’t been easy, but to be able to look at that girl and be like, ‘You did it. You are going to wrestle on WWE.’ It’s crazy. Everything I’ve done in my career, there are some really big and special things that I’ve done. I’m so grateful and really proud of her for not giving up because a lot of people wanted me to and sometimes I felt, not like giving up, but really unhappy. To be able to be here, I’m exhausted because I’m so emotional, but to be here and be able to talk to you guys before my debut is a dream come true. I’m really proud, and I wish I could find 17-year-old Mariah and be like, ‘You’re gonna actually do it. It’s definitely not going to be easy, but it’s going to be amazing and I’m proud of you.’”
—Blake Monroe
Looking Ahead to a Promising Future
Blake Monroe‘s heartfelt reflections reveal the resilience and passion that have driven her through the difficulties of establishing herself in WWE NXT. As she prepares for her debut, Monroe’s story highlights the importance of determination and gratitude in the face of challenges. Her journey from wrestling on the indies to sharing a platform with icons like Nikki Bella and Trish Stratus marks a significant achievement, underscoring her growing impact within the wrestling industry and inspiring fans worldwide.
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