Mercedes Moné recently addressed fans urging her to return to WWE, making it clear she remains devoted to AEW. The interaction came after a fan expressed deep disappointment over her absence from the 2026 Royal Rumble, highlighting strong emotions tied to her not appearing at the event.
Fan’s Emotional Message and Mercedes’ Direct Reply
A devoted fan left a heartfelt Instagram comment criticizing her absence at the Royal Rumble, sharing their frustration about missed moments and pleading for her to come back. The fan wrote,
“i was waiting for you in this royal rumble… and instead, nothing. seeing other spots wasted while you weren’t there hurts, it makes me angry, it’s just awful. we expected to get hyped, to witness incredible moments, and instead it was all empty without you. the fans want you, i want to see you come back. this isn’t just nostalgia, it’s all the love and passion you’ve always inspired. stop staying in the shadows, stop these unfair absences… come back, do it for us, do it for everyone who has believed in you for years. we miss you too much, and every royal rumble without you proves it.💔”
Moné’s response was concise and unambiguous, dismissing any notion of her returning to WWE and pointing followers directly to her AEW appearances:
@wtfnikolas you can watch me on AEW 🤑🥰
Mercedes Moné’s Commitment to AEW
Moné’s reaction underscores her dedication to AEW, a stance she has reiterated in past interviews and livestreams. In October 2025, she addressed repeated questions concerning a WWE comeback, making it clear she prefers to focus on her current career path:
“For the love of all of my fans, please don’t start asking me when I’m coming back to ‘you know where.’ I’m in a good mood, I’m in a good place. I’m tired of that question.”
From WWE Departure to AEW Stardom
After departing WWE, Mercedes Moné considered leaving wrestling altogether but ultimately reinvented herself into a leading figure within AEW. She has declared herself
the highest-paid woman in the business.
Today, she stands as one of AEW’s biggest stars, clearly signaling that her future does not include a return to WWE’s base in Stamford.
Ongoing Fan Emotions and Moné’s Firm Stance
While many fans continue to miss her WWE presence, particularly during marquee events like the Royal Rumble, Moné remains unapologetic about her decision to stay with AEW. She holds a firm position regarding her career direction, rejecting nostalgia-driven pressures and emphasizing her loyalty to AEW’s platform.
What Lies Ahead for Mercedes Moné and AEW
Moné’s stance reinforces her role as a flagship talent for AEW, likely ensuring her continued prominence on their programming. The intensity and seriousness of the fan responses demonstrate how deeply her WWE exit impacted viewers, yet her clear focus on AEW signals that her wrestling chapter there will expand. Observers and fans alike will watch how her influence shapes AEW’s landscape in the months ahead.
