WWE Star Suddenly Announces Departure
One WWE star has shocked fans as they announced their unexpected exit from the company.
2025 was the year of John Cena in WWE as the legendary star returned for one more year before hanging up his jorts permanently. Cena clashed with Gunther in his final match at Saturday Night’s Main Event on December 13th, tapping out to The Ring General’s sleeper hold to bring his career to an end.
Cena’s exit from WWE might have brought an iconic era to its conclusion, but now, in the early days of 2026, another talent has announced their own exit.
Brinley Reece Leaving WWE
Taking to social media, Breanna Ruggiero – better known to WWE fans as Brinley Reece – has revealed that she is ending her time in the company due to serious injuries:
After three years, I am officially closing my chapter Wrestling at WWE. This decision came after navigating personal health challenges and a serious injury that required surgery last year. It wasn’t an easy choice, but it was a necessary one — choosing my health, my body, and my future first. That choice alone has been one of the most powerful lessons this journey gave me.
The last three years have been truly life-changing. WWE pushed me in ways I never imagined, taught me resilience, discipline, and belief, and allowed me to grow not only as a wrestler, but as a person. Every setback, every win, every long day and hard moment shaped who I am today, and for that I am so grateful.
To my supporters — you are the reason I kept going on the hardest days. Your messages, encouragement, love, and belief in me never went unnoticed. You stood by me through injuries, healing, growth, and transformation, and I carry that support with me forever. I love you more than words can say.
This isn’t an ending — it’s a redirection. I’m proud of everything I gave to this chapter, and even more excited for what’s ahead. Thank you for being part of my journey. The best is still to come. 🤍✨
With Love,
Brinley Reece
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Brinley Reece last competed in March 2025 at an NXT live event against Karmen Petrovic before the injury that has kept her out of the ring.