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Time of India
04-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
AEW to WWE: Mariah May joins NXT roster in surprise switch
Image via AEW Mariah May disappeared from the wrestling scene only to reemerge in the bigger leagues. Mariah May was a popular star on the independent circuit, which led to her signing by AEW. Despite that, she had said that her ultimate destination was to become a part of WWE . It took a remarkable run in AEW for two years and the perfect timing for May to accomplish her goal. The Glamour rocked the foundation of wrestling after weeks of speculation and has now finally arrived in the WWE landscape. Mariah May is the newest WWE superstar to join the company On the June 3rd edition of WWE NXT, the final segment saw an all-out brawl break out between various stars of the NXT women's division. The new NXT Women's Champion Jacy Jayne and her Fatal Influence cohorts, Jazmyn Nyx and Fallon Henley, stood their ground in the ring and watched the chaos unfold. As they did, the lights went out. The camera shifted towards the balcony area of the Capitol Wrestling Center, and there she was: Mariah May. The NXT crowd lost its mind and erupted in a loud cheer. May took to the microphone and cemented her arrival in the Black and Grey brand. However, she did direct some words towards Jacy Jayne and made it clear that her eyes were on the NXT Women's Championship. Following her shocking appearance, May took to her X to send out a message, saying, "honey i'm home @WWE @WWENXT." Mariah May gained mainstream prominence in AEW with her captivating feud against "Timeless" Toni Storm for a long time. In doing so, she also became the AEW Women's World Champion. The highly intense feud came to an end when they collided for the final time at the Revolution pay-per-view. The match titled 'Hollywood Ending' was one of the gruesome and exciting showdowns to witness in the company. May lost the bout and had been absent since then. Despite various speculations regarding her contract being valid till August, that seems no longer the case. With Mariah May now officially a part of her dream company, it will be interesting to see the new chapter of her wrestling career. Also read: 'We want CM Punk!': Netflix's 'One Piece' cast shoots their shot at WWE
Yahoo
30-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
WWE Expected to Sign Former AEW World Champion Imminently
WWE Expected to Sign Former AEW World Champion Imminently originally appeared on Athlon Sports. One former AEW world titleholder is reportedly expected to join the WWE roster. Since AEW launched in 2019, marquee talents have jumped from WWE. One of the top acts in the company at the moment is The Hurt Syndicate, which features former WWE stars Bobby Lashley, Shelton Benjamin, and MVP. Lashley decided to leave WWE once his contract expired to enjoy more creative freedom under the Tony Khan umbrella. Advertisement WWE has also been able to scoop up some big stars who made their name in AEW. More recently, the promotion has signed key stars such as Penta, Rey Fenix, Ricky Saints, Ethan Page, and more. It appears you can add another significant name to that list. PWInsider is reporting that Mariah May is expected to sign with WWE in the "near future." The news comes after May was removed from the roster section of AEW's website. May first gained notoriety for her work under the Stardom promotion in Japan. She captured the Goddesses of Stardom Championship with newly signed AEW star Mina Shirakawa. AEW signed May to a deal in 2023. Advertisement During her time in AEW, May's popularity soared. She was involved in a heavily praised storyline with "Timeless" Toni Storm. May had served as Storm's protégé before turning on her. May captured the AEW Women's World Championship from Storm and held onto the gold for 174 days. May lost the championship back to "Timeless" during "AEW Grand Slam Australia." The two ended their rivalry at "AEW Revolution 2025." They performed in a Hollywood Ending match, and Storm picked up the victory. This would ultimately prove to be May's final match on her AEW deal. Related: Massive WWE Rumor Involving Vince McMahon Debunked: Report This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on May 30, 2025, where it first appeared.
Hindustan Times
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Is Mariah May headed to WWE? ‘The Glamour' quietly removed from AEW roster
Mariah May has reportedly parted ways with All Elite Wrestling (AEW) as she was quietly removed from the company's roster page. The 26-year-old, who is famously known as 'The Glamour,' is now set to make her World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) debut, according to multiple media reports. Recently, there have been rumours about May's contract with AEW coming to an end. On Friday, May's name was removed from the promotion's website, indicating that her tenure has come to an end, per a report from Sean Ross Sapp of Fightful Select. Sources told Sapp that May is due to join WWE as soon as her two-year contract with the Florida-based promotion ends. However, she has yet to confirm the news herself. May made her debut with AEW in 2023 as a Toni Storm superfan. However, she went on to defeat 'Timeless,' who was once her ally, at AEW All In London 2024, winning the AEW Women's World Title. She held the title for 174 days before being defeated by Storm at Grand Slam Australia in February 2025. Ahead of the bout, the 29-year-old said of her former protege, 'that she's the champion that I've always wanted to be but never could be, and that's because she does not have a heart.' 'My biggest downfall is that I have too much of a heart, Mariah, you sick b****. I am proud of you, but she will soon realize that that is just not good enough,' she added in a February 12 interview with Fightful. Since failing to reclaim her victory over Storm in the Hollywood Ending match at AEW Revolution 2025, May has remained absent from the wrestling scene. Now her fans await the day she makes her WWE debut.
Metro
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
'Elite' wrestling star quits WWE rivals days before Money In The Bank
WWE are honing in on a major free agent who appears to have quit rivals All Elite Wrestling. Former AEW Women's World Champion Mariah May has been removed from the company's online roster page amid reports she is jumping ship to the sports entertainment giant. The 26-year-old English wrestler, who built her reputation in Japan before reaching new heights in Tony Khan's promotion, seems to be on the move. Usually, a wrestler's removal from the AEW website suggests they're leaving, as fans have seen in recent months with the likes of Aleister Black, Penta, Rey Fenix, Rusev and more. Now, Mariah appears to be the next name, as PWInsider cited WWE sources who expected her to 'start there in the near future'. According to Fightful, management for Mariah – who hasn't appeared since losing her Hollywood Ending match to Toni Storm in March – claim she is still under contract. It's believed to be simply a matter of time before her two-year deal with AEW expires and she signs with WWE. While it's not clear exactly when she becomes a free agent, it's hard to imagine WWE wasting any time putting pen to paper and bringing her on board. Money In the Bank is just days away on June 7, but it could be that her big moment is saved for WWE's all-women's PLE Evolution on July 13, one night after AEW All In. To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video Another possibility is NXT Great American Bash one night earlier on July 12, which is running against AEW's massive Texas show. London-born Mariah made her in-ring debut in February 2019, before having an unsuccessful try out with WWE a few months later. After the pandemic, she made the jump to Japan with Stardom in 2022, where she crossed paths with Mina Shirakawa, and continued to develop her skills. The following year, she signed with AEW and debuted as a 'super fan' of then-world champion Toni Storm. Their two-year story arch – which was inspired by Hollywood classic All About Eve – saw her go from protege to rival in one of modern wrestling's best feuds, including a match at Wembley Stadium. 'The reason I chose AEW was because of this story,' Mariah exclusively told Metro in London last summer. 'I didn't know that I would take it to the lengths I did, I never knew how far it would go. But to be a part of a storyline is always enticing – that's why I got into wrestling.' Meanwhile, fans are excited to see Mariah get to do her thing in WWE after her incredible body of work in AEW. More Trending 'Mariah May is one of AEW's best success stories. A unique debut, layered character, and an all-time memorable feud,' broadcaster Jon Alba said on X. 'She will thrive in WWE. I suspect it won't take long for her to become a top star.' Fan @ChandranTheMan agreed: 'Mariah May is only 26 and already checks every box. Elite facial expressions, a 5-star match under her belt, strong storytelling skills, and a standout look. She's a total star in the making.' View More » And @VisionarySev went one further, predicting: 'Mariah May will be WWE's best signing this decade.' Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: Rosie O'Donnell reveals hit show she was meant to star in before fleeing America MORE: Amazon Prime fans rush to save 'incredible' axed series as 70,000 sign petition MORE: Security drags ex WWE star off daytime TV show after physical clash
Time of India
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Rumored WWE prospect clears the air after dating rumors take over social media
A top wrestling star, who is rumored to sign with , has shut down dating rumors going around on social media. The life of wrestling stars has always been a subject of interest for fans, both inside and outside the ring. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Moreover, they even like to speculate about their relationship status based on the slightest developments with their counterparts. A similar instance took place regarding a popular AEW star, who has been absent for an extended period. She had been linked up with a fellow star on the roster for weeks and decided to shut down the conversation before it caught more attention. Which AEW star addressed dating rumors about her? One of AEW's popular stars, Mariah May , has been rumored to be dating the current ROH television champion, Nick Wayne . This came after the duo had been spotted together on numerous occasions. One fan went on to tweet, 'people thinking mariah is dating nick when that boy is freshly 19 years old have some couth.' However, the Glamour took to her X to clear the air, saying, 'I only like hot women that are older than me.' Mariah May has been the centre of discussion in recent weeks. She was last seen at the AEW Revolution event this year. The winner of the 2024 Owen Hart Foundation Cup tournament wrestled her former mentor, "Timeless" Toni Storm, in the infamous Hollywood Ending. The duo put up one of the greatest matches in AEW history and saw Storm defeat May to retain her AEW Women's World Championship. Since then, she has been absent from their television programming. Moreover, multiple reports have suggested that Mariah May is looking to sign with WWE after her contract expires. She herself has stated in the past that her ultimate goal was to be a part of the global juggernaut. Mariah May has gained immense popularity during her tenure in AEW. She has accomplished numerous accolades and was also a former AEW Women's World Champion. With rumors continuing to swirl regarding her status, it remains to be seen if May would return to All Elite Wrestling or sign with WWE. Also read:
