The Rock's Daughter, Former NXT G.M. Simone "Ava" Johnson Opens Up More About Decision To Leave WWE
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In early 2026, Ava, whose real name is Simone Johnson, surprised everyone by announcing her departure from WWE. The Rock's daughter had served as NXT General Manager for the past few years, becoming a regular fixture on the developmental brand's programming. Since then, numerous speculations have arisen regarding the reasons for her departure. Origin
The Rock’s Daughter Ava Finally Opens Up About Sudden WWE Exit
Ava has finally talked about her departure from WWE. The 24-year-old functioned as the General Manager of the NXT brand before making her exit from the company on January 30, 2026. Now, The Rock’s daughter has shed some light on the move. Ava Doesn’t Regret Leaving WWE The former NXT GM was invited to the […]
Simone Johnson speaks out on WWE exit and what’s next
For the first time since stepping away from WWE, Simone Johnson has spoken openly about why she left and what comes next. Appearing on a recent podcast, Johnson reflected on the decision that ended her time with the company, offering a more grounded and personal explanation than many expected. She made it clear there was no single breaking point. Instead, the choice came together gradually. While some outside noise tried to link her exit to spec…
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