AEW star Mercedes Moné recently responded to criticism regarding her $99.99 monthly texting service. Launched in May 2025, this service offers fans a private and direct way to communicate with her, which Moné insists is targeted at genuine supporters rather than casual followers.
Appearing on the podcast We Playin’ Spades, Moné explained the reasoning behind the pricing, emphasizing that the service is designed to prevent scams where people falsely claim to have personal contact with her. She clarified that no explicit content is exchanged and that payments ensure authentic communication when she is available.
I’m a CEO because there are so many people that say, ‘Oh, I’m talking to you, I’m messaging you,’ and they’re getting scammed,
Moné explained.
So I’m like, ‘How about you really do talk to me? You talk to the people that you love, but you’ve got to pay me $99 a month, but I’m texting you whenever I’m free.
Launch and Unique Features of the Texting Opportunity
The service is accessible through Moné’s official website and promises a personalized experience that goes beyond typical fan interactions. She described her most devoted fans as her “super friends” and expressed excitement about connecting with them on a more private level.
My super fans have always been my super friends,
Moné stated.
Now, like friends, they can text me directly and privately. I’m so excited to finally be able to connect this way. Sign up and text me now!
The chance to participate in this exclusive service is limited but still open for new subscribers, offering fans who value close contact an opportunity to engage. Despite this, the steep monthly fee has sparked debate about its worth.
Mixed Reactions from Peers and the Wrestling Community
Not all responses have been positive. Becky Lynch, Moné’s former WWE colleague, took a jab at the service amid her ongoing rivalry with Bayley, who is known to be close with Moné. Lynch suggested that Bayley might be one of the few subscribers paying for privileged access to Moné’s messages.
Bayley is so confused about this she’s probably paying $100 a month to her best friend (Moné) to text her,
Lynch remarked, clearly skeptical of the service’s value and purpose.
The Service’s Potential Importance and What Lies Ahead
Mercedes Moné’s texting service highlights an evolving way for celebrities to engage with fans in a controlled, direct, and monetized format. By framing herself as a CEO and setting a high price, she positions her interaction as exclusive and genuine. Whether this approach will become a trend among other wrestling personalities or entertainers remains to be seen.
For now, the reaction from peers and fans alike demonstrates the tension between accessibility and exclusivity in fan engagement. Moné’s commitment to maintaining authenticity without compromising control marks a notable experiment in celebrity-fan communication moving forward.
