Samantha Irvins departure from WWE came as a shock to many, especially when she revealed that being an announcer was never her dream role.
The former WWE announcer opened up about wanting to pursue more creative avenues like managing or even being a general manager. However, her honesty sparked a storm of reactions online, with some fans accusing her of being ungrateful and burning bridges with WWE.
I dont like announcing. Im serious! Announcing was only supposed to be my way in, Irvin previously said explaining that her passion has always been rooted in performing and creating art.
I wanted to manage, maybe even become general manager one day. But WWE saw no other future for me besides announcer. Despite her love for wrestling, Irvin admitted she never enjoyed memorizing stats or reciting match rules on live television, a detail that ruffled some feathers.
Amid the online frenzy, one fan even tweeted at her, questioning if she and her partner Ricochet had calmed down after supposedly burning bridges or if there would be more drama. Irvin clapped back, saying she had asked her friend Grok what bad thing she had said about WWE, emphasizing that she was clueless as to what people were referring to.
So funny I asked Grok today what bad thing I said about WWE since I have no idea what everyone is talking about, she tweeted.
Another fan reminded her that the backlash started after she admitted to not enjoying announcing. Irvin explained further, saying that if people couldnt see how she infused some of Robin Williams style into her announcing to make it more enjoyable, they were only seeing her as an announcer, not as the creative performer she truly is.
If people cant see how I tried to sprinkle some Robin Williams on the announcing to make it something I could enjoy, they werent really seeing ME, she said. Irvin noted that while some fans felt offended by her remarks, her true supporters understood her choice to step away and were encouraging her to follow her passion.
Reports suggested that WWE wasnt thrilled with Irvins comments post-departure, but being out of the companys contract, shes had the freedom to speak her mind. Still, the criticism didnt phase her, as she remained focused on her next chapter in music and performance.
In a recent update, Irvin addressed the ongoing chatter head-on, tweeting, Like every statement I supposedly make, this was a part of a conversation. Take headlines with a tablespoon of salt. With this, she reminded fans that not everything they read is as it seems, adding some final clarity to her intentions.
So, what do you think about Samantha Irvins take on her WWE exit? Was she right to be honest about her career goals, or should she have kept it to herself? Please share your thoughts and feedback in the comment section below.
