On theOctober 21 episode of WWE RAW, Lilian Garcia made her return as a ring announcer, taking on the role she previously held for many years. She would then make her way to SmackDown as the ring announcer for the blue brand this year. However, it appears that Garcia has now announced that her time as a full-time announcer has come to an end.
Following the conclusion of the March 14th edition of Friday Night SmackDown, Lilian Garcia took to her Instagram and uploaded a video, where she announced that she will no longer be the announcer for Friday Night SmackDown.
Garcia revealed that she will continue working with WWE but in a different capacity. She will handle ring announcing duties for all Saturday Nights Main Event specialsheld four times a year, and will be involved in other WWE projects, including special event performances.
WWE has yet to announce her replacement on SmackDown. Currently, Alicia Taylor serves as the ring announcer for Raw, while Mike Rome handles NXT. However, the roles have been flexible in recent months, with Garcia recently stepping in for Rome on NXT. Rome was also on Raw this past Monday before returning to NXT the following night.
Garcia leaving full-time announcing is another change in WWEs broadcast team. Her legacy as one of WWEs most famous voices stays strong, and she will continue to be part of the WWE family in a new way, so well have to see who will end up replacing her on Friday Night SmackDown going forward.
How do you feel about Lilian Garcia stepping away from SmackDown announcing? Who do you think should take over the role? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
