Former AEW Women’s World Champion Thunder Rosa, whose real name is Melissa Cervantes, announced her separation from her husband, Bryan Cervantes, in a heartfelt statement shared on social media. The couple had been together for 14 years before deciding to go their separate ways.
Rosa stated that the split was amicable and respectful, marking a major personal transition for the star as she prepares to return to the ring after an injury. The announcement of the separation was made directly to her fans, expressing gratitude for their consistent support.
A Focus on Respect and Family
In her statement, Thunder Rosa highlighted the ongoing care and respect between the two, noting that while relationships “sometimes change shape,” the foundation of their mutual regard remains intact. She referred to the separation as an “OFFICIAL STATEMENT”.
“OFFICIAL STATEMENT. After 14 years together, Bryan Cervantes and I have decided to go our separate ways in a friendly and respectful manner. Relationships sometimes change shape, but the care and respect remain.”
She then elaborated on the gratitude she feels for her family experience: “I had the privilege of raising and adopting his son as my own, a gift I will always carry in my heart. I’m grateful for the support I received at the beginning of my career, and I kindly ask for respect and understanding during this time of transition. Thank you for always standing by me. Melissa Cervantes — Thunder Rosa.”
The statement concluded with her signature and ring name, marking a clear division between the personal nature of the announcement and her public persona. Bryan Cervantes is the owner of Mission Pro Wrestling, an independent promotion focused on women’s talent.
Continued Focus on In-Ring Return
The announcement of the separation comes at a crucial time for Thunder Rosa’s professional career, as she continues to work toward a comeback from a recent injury. Her last in-ring competition was the Casino Gauntlet match at All In: Texas, after which she was sidelined. She has been cautiously optimistic about her return, sharing a promising health update just last month.
During an interview conducted at the Big Texas Comic Con, Thunder Rosa noted that her recovery was moving along well, stating, “I have really good news. Everything is going really well. So, I’m expecting to return to the ring fairly soon.”
