TNA has seen major changes in recent months, with several key talents and backstage personnel departing. Recently, more notable names were let go, and now the internal reaction to these departures has been revealed.
As previously reported, TNA Wrestling officially announced the departures of Gail Kim, Ariel Shnerner, Rob Kligman, and Michael Shewchenko. The company confirmed the news in an internal email sent to staff and industry insiders.
Jon Alba reported that several TNA talents were shocked by the departures of Gail Kim and Ariel Shnerner, with many believing the decisions came from higher-ups within TNA and Anthem.
Since Carlos Silva took over as TNA President in February, leadership changes have been ongoing. One top TNA talent described Gail Kims departure as a major loss, especially for the womens division, a sentiment echoed by others in the company. Many believe her exit will have the most significant impact on TNA moving forward.
Gail Kim, a TNA Hall of Famer, has been a big part of the Knockouts Division both as a wrestler and a producer. Her departure is a major change for the womens division.
Ariel Shnerner, who worked in different areas of the company, is also leaving, along with Rob Kligman, who focused on marketing and business growth. Michael Shewchenko, who helped with internal planning, is also moving on. TNA has not yet shared the reasons for their departures.
With several major names leaving, TNA is at a turning point. Since bringing back the TNA brand at Hard to Kill 2024, the company has been trying to rebuild its image. However, these leadership changes create uncertainty about whats next for the company.
What impact do you think Gail Kims exit will have on the Knockouts Division? Will these backstage changes help or hurt TNAs growth moving forward? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
