WWE is the biggest wrestling platform in the world, but not every wrestler leaves the ring on good terms. Many superstars have left with anger, betrayal, or disrespect. Some are still upset with the company and never returned. This list is about 15 such wrestlers who are still not happy with WWE and have spoken about it publicly.
15 Wrestlers Who Are Still Angry With WWE
CM Punk’s long fight with WWE
CM Punk debuted in WWE in 2006 and had a long WWE Championship reign. But due to creative frustration, health issues, and backstage politics, he left the company in 2014. On Colt Cabana’s podcast, he blamed the WWE medical team for a wrong diagnosis. WWE denied it and filed a case, but Punk won. In his AEW debut, Punk again spoke against WWE and Triple H. There are very few chances of him returning.
Colt Cabana’s bad experience in WWE
Colt Cabana signed with WWE in 2007 but was only used for comedy segments. He also said he faced antisemitism. He was part of the lawsuit involving Punk’s podcast. After 2016, he clearly said he had no interest in going back to WWE.
Shane Douglas promised to never return to WWE
Douglas had a short WWE run and held the Intercontinental Title for only 11 minutes. Due to back injuries and mismanagement, he left the company. He often spoke against Vince McMahon and the Kliq group and said he would never return.
Ryback’s fight over his name and pay
Ryback said WWE’s system was unfair in pay and creative control. He legally changed his name to “Ryback” to stop WWE from owning it. He still attacks WWE management on social media.
Sofia Cortez raised her voice against abuse
Ivelisse Vélez joined FCW after Tough Enough. She complained against trainer Bill DeMott and got released. Other wrestlers also gave similar statements. DeMott later resigned.
Paul London’s silent anger towards WWE
Paul London won tag and Cruiserweight titles but felt ignored backstage. His Royal Rumble stunt got him punished. He called WWE a bad and toxic place and said he would only return if paid a huge amount.
David Schultz and the slap incident
David Schultz slapped a reporter in 1984 for calling wrestling fake. After that, he was blacklisted. Schultz said Vince McMahon told him to do it. He has not returned to WWE since then.
Dawn Marie was released during pregnancy
Dawn Marie was released while pregnant. She filed a case and it was settled. She spoke about the unfair treatment women get during pregnancy in WWE.
Sammy Guevara’s bad tryout experience
Sammy Guevara attended WWE tryouts and saw unfair treatment. His old comments about Sasha Banks went viral. He apologized, but because of that and his position in AEW, he likely won’t join WWE.
Gail Kim walked out on her own
Gail Kim won the Women’s Title in her debut but felt ignored. In a battle royal, she eliminated herself as told by producers. She later said she was never happy in WWE.
Nailz attacked Vince McMahon
Nailz fought with Vince over pay and attacked him backstage. He later said Vince told him to use steroids. His statements in court were not accepted. He left wrestling in 2001.
Ricardo Rodriguez accused Triple H
Rodriguez joined as Alberto Del Rio’s ring announcer. Later, he accused Triple H of making racist comments. He said WWE only supported those who were chosen by a few top officials.
Tammy Sytch’s long list of problems
Tammy Sytch was released due to addiction and attitude problems. She said WWE used her rehab for political benefit and later stopped funding it. She has had many legal issues and was arrested in 2022 for DUI and manslaughter.
Chuck Austin’s injury ended his life
Chuck Austin was a beginner who got injured badly in a WWE match and became paralyzed. He won a case and got $27 million. He called WWE a monster company and said they treated him like an object.
Dean Ambrose hated the creative control in WWE
Jon Moxley, known as Dean Ambrose, said WWE gave him bad scripts and treated him badly. He left in 2019 and joined AEW. He called WWE shows bad and Vince McMahon a crazy old man.
WWE gave fame to many superstars, but not everyone had a happy journey. These 15 wrestlers felt hurt or treated unfairly. Their anger is still seen in interviews and social media. No matter how much WWE changes, these stories remain a lesson for both fans and the wrestling world.
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