Former WWE ring announcer Samantha Irvin has definitively shut down any speculation regarding a potential return to the company. Irvin, who served as the voice for some of WWE’s biggest matches from April 2021 until her departure in October 2024, recently engaged with a fan on social media to clarify her stance on her future in the industry.
The exchange occurred after a fan criticized Irvin’s decision to leave the sports entertainment giant last year. Irvin, who has been vocal about her career choices since exiting the promotion, did not mince words in her response. “I’m not going back to WWE 🙏🏽,” she replied, effectively closing the door on a reunion with the company that introduced her to a global audience.
Irvin’s tenure in WWE was marked by her unique announcing style, which garnered her a passionate fanbase and made her one of the most recognizable voices in modern wrestling history. However, her exit in October 2024 was reportedly driven by unhappiness with her specific role within the organization. Since then, she has maintained a relatively low profile in the wrestling world, though she has previously stated that she is “not done with pro-wrestling yet.”
This declaration has led to speculation about where she might land next. However, any immediate move to a competitor appears to be hindered by contractual obligations. According to reports, Irvin is bound by a non-compete clause in her previous contract. Surprisingly, this clause is said to be set to expire later this year in October, marking a significant waiting period since her initial departure.
Despite the long wait, Irvin’s confirmation that she intends to stay in the wrestling business has kept interest in her next move high. In related news, speculation continues to mount that Irvin could eventually join her fiancé, Ricochet, in All Elite Wrestling. Ricochet, who is currently the AEW National Champion, has been thriving in the promotion since his own departure from WWE.
I’m not going back to WWE 🙏🏽
— SAMANTHA THE BOMB (@SamanthaTheBomb) January 25, 2026
