WWE released a ton of Superstars this week. This included some big names like Rusev, Karl Anderson, and Luke Gallows. We can now also add some names from NXT to the list of released Superstars.
— Taynara Conti has been released by WWE. This is according to a report from Mike Johnson of PWInsider.
— Nick Comoroto has confirmed on Twitter that he has been released by WWE. He Tweeted: “It took a few days to post this but despite what happened I can still say I’m very thankful. This past year with the WWE has been a great time. I’d like to thank the coaches at the performance center for all the experience, knowledge and outlook I’ve gained and will continue to use throughout my career. I’d like to not say this as a goodbye as much as a see you later. Stay strong and stay safe world”.
— Mike Johnson of PWInsider reports that Tino Sabbatelli, Cezar Bononi, and Mars Wang have also been released by WWE.
Original Releases
— Deonna Purrazzo confirmed on Twitter that she has been released by WWE. She Tweeted: “The people closest to me know this is something I’ve been struggling with wanting for the better part of the last year. Happy to say I gave this journey my best and MORE excited for the future!”
— Aleksandar Jaksic from NXT was also released. He Tweeted: “Sometimes Life Does Not Seem Real. & No Matter How Hard You Work, It Sometimes Is Not Enough. MY WWE FAMILY ‘Until one of our lights is forever extinguished, our dance will never end.; GOODBYE, @WWENXT”
— MJ Jenkins has been released by WWE. She Tweeted: “Covid-19 has been devastating for me & my family. My brother in law; who was my legal guardian passed away to Covid-19. Today, Covid-19 stripped me of my dream job. Feels like life is being sucked from me. Thank you to everyone that has reached out. Be safe and stay strong”.
— Dave Meltzer of F4Wonline is reporting that Dan Matha has been released by WWE.
— Josiah Williams (NXT announcer) noted on Twitter that he has been let go by WWE:
— Dave Meltzer also reports that Jon Quasto and Alyssa Marino were released by WWE. Both were both on-air talent for NXT.
— Mike Johnson of PWinsider is reporting that WWE has also cut three WWE Performance Center coaches: Kendo Kashin, Ace Steel, and Serena Deeb.
We will let you know when any more NXT names get released. Make sure to keep checking back.
On a related note, check out my predictions for Money in the Bank 2020 here.