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Newsweek
20 hours ago
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Released Superstar Faces Major Problem In Post-WWE Life
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Former WWE star Joe Coffey has opened up about the difficult situation he and his Gallus stablemates are in following their release from the company. The Scottish wrestler revealed that visa complications have left him "landlocked" in the United States. This means he is currently unable to wrestle anywhere in the world. The situation highlights a common but often overlooked struggle for international talent after a major contract ends. The Post-WWE Visa Problem Joe Coffey, along with his Gallus faction members Mark Coffey and Wolfgang, was released from his WWE contract on May 2, 2025. In a recent interview with MuscleManMalcolm, Coffey explained how his work visa was directly tied to his WWE employment. "Just to cut a long story short, with the release and the contract, our visa goes with that," Coffey said. "So we're in the process of going through (the process of getting) a new visa, which hopefully won't be too lengthy, it's costly, but it's going to be an investment." 'Landlocked' In The United States This visa issue has put his career, and that of his teammates, on an indefinite hold. They cannot legally work in the US or travel internationally to compete. STAMFORD, CONNECTICUT - JANUARY 28: A WWE logo shines from the WWE world headquarters on January 28, 2024 in Stamford, Connecticut. WWE founder Vince McMahon resigned from the WWE and its parent company TKO as... STAMFORD, CONNECTICUT - JANUARY 28: A WWE logo shines from the WWE world headquarters on January 28, 2024 in Stamford, Connecticut. WWE founder Vince McMahon resigned from the WWE and its parent company TKO as executive chairman and board of directors following allegations of sexual assault in a Connecticut lawsuit. A former employee Janel Grant accused McMahon, 78, of sexual assault and sexually trafficking her. More "Unfortunately, now we have to be landlocked in the US. So it means we can't work in the US, or get back to Europe or Japan or anything," he explained. "So it's just a bit of a waiting game." More news: WWE News: Steve Austin Reveals Real-Life Vince McMahon Confrontation He further detailed why simply leaving the country isn't a viable option for him at this time. So, he will have to wait. "Being an international talent with that contract comes a visa, and unfortunately the visa goes with the contract. So going through a new visa process, we cannot leave the country. Like we only had like, I think it was 30 to 60 days to leave America. To me, that's not an option just now, because for the past two years I've had a missus here. I'm going to have to split my time between Europe and the States and maybe Japan if that comes calling. So we have to kind of be landlocked just now until that visa process goes through." More WWE News: For more on WWE, head to Newsweek Sports.
Newsweek
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
WWE Superstar Goes After Heckling Fan In Heated Moment
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Natalya Neidhart, known to WWE fans simply as Natalya, is one of the most respected figures in modern professional wrestling. A third-generation superstar from Canada's legendary Hart wrestling family, she is the daughter of Jim "The Anvil" Neidhart and the niece of WWE Hall of Famers Bret "Hit Man" Hart and Owen Hart. Natalya recently made her in-ring debut for the National Wrestling Alliance (NWA). This first appearance happened at the 2025 NWA Crockett Cup event, which took place in Philadelphia. In her debut match, Natalya faced off against Kenzie Paige. After the match concluded, a scuffle broke out involving Natalya and a person in the crowd. The incident led to Natalya physically striking the fan in the face. MuscleManMalcolm posted a clip of the moment online. In the video, Natalya, often called Nattie by WWE fans, is seen walking up to a man wearing a pink shirt who is sitting at ringside. She then slaps him on the head, and the man falls to the ground. CALGARY, CANADA - SEPTEMBER 9: (L-R) Lyra Valkyria, Natalya and Selina Vega celebrate their win over The Pure Fusion Collective during Monday Night RAW at the Scotiabank Saddledome on September 9, 2024 in Calgary, Canada. CALGARY, CANADA - SEPTEMBER 9: (L-R) Lyra Valkyria, Natalya and Selina Vega celebrate their win over The Pure Fusion Collective during Monday Night RAW at the Scotiabank Saddledome on September 9, 2024 in Calgary, Canada. WWE/Getty Images Natalya then reached over the ringside barrier and tried to hit him again. Security staff quickly stepped in to stop the situation. Many people who saw the clip online began to guess that the whole thing was a planned or " worked" part of the show. It now seems that these guesses were correct. Nattie wasn't having it with a troll after her NWA match 😳 — MuscleManMalcolm (@MalcolmMuscle) May 18, 2025 Ringside News has reported that the fan, described as a "troll," was part of a scripted, or staged, incident. The report also mentioned that this same fan was seen taking photos with Natalya after the planned event during the NWA show. Trained in the famed Hart Family Dungeon, Natalya has carved out a long and decorated career in WWE since officially signing in 2007. She is a multi-time champion, having held both the WWE Divas Championship and the WWE SmackDown Women's Championship. Beyond championships, Natalya holds several WWE records for female superstars, including the most pay-per-view appearances, most matches wrestled, and most wins. Known for her technical skill, resilience, and ability to work with a wide range of talent, she has been a foundational piece of the WWE women's division for well over a decade, playing a key role through its various evolutions, including the Women's Revolution. Her 2025 journey within the WWE landscape has seen her continue to be a veteran presence. She often works with and helps to guide newer talent on the Raw brand while also seeking opportunities to add more championship gold to her impressive resume. More WWE News: For more on WWE, head to Newsweek Sports.
