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The Rock's Daughter, Former NXT G.M. Simone "Ava" Johnson Opens Up More About Decision To Leave WWE

Simone Johnson is opening up about her decision to leave WWE and move on from her role in NXT. Johnson, who performed under the name Ava and served as the on-screen General Manager of WWE NXT, stepped away from the company earlier this year after spending several years developing at the WWE Performance Center and transitioning into an authority figure role on television. Following her departure, WWE issued a statement thanking her for her contri…
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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

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Wrestling News broke the news on Tuesday, June 16, 2026.
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