Samantha Irvin Explains WWE Saw No Future for Her Outside of Announcing

Samantha Irvin Explains WWE Saw No Future for Her Outside of AnnouncingSamantha Irvin Explains WWE Saw No Future for Her Outside of Announcing

As a fervent admirer of Samantha Irvin, I must say her departure from WWE has left me feeling like a kid who just lost their favorite toy. Her passion and enthusiasm for the world of wrestling were infectious, and she brought an energy to the ring that was truly unique.


Samantha Irvin, a beloved figure as a ring announcer in WWE, announced her departure from the company before the broadcast of Monday’s WWE Raw. This news took many fans by surprise. In her farewell message, she expressed gratitude towards WWE staff and fans for an extraordinary journey, suggesting that there are more exciting ventures awaiting her in the future. Irvin spent three years with WWE, lending her voice to all three brands – NXT, Raw, and SmackDown.

As a gaming enthusiast, I’ve got to say, it’s been a while since I’ve seen an announcer like her. Her enthusiasm was palpable during Chelsea Green’s grand entrance and the moment she declared Cody Rhodes as the new Undisputed WWE Champion. That passion struck a chord with wrestling fans, me included. It’s not just about the game, it’s about the feeling, the energy, and she nailed it!

After she declared that she was departing right away, fans started guessing that she might be joining AEW due to her husband, Ricochet, having recently moved there. However, he clarified those assumptions swiftly, and Irvin offered some additional information about her upcoming plans.

In his reply to her now-deleted Instagram post, Irvin expressed that he dislikes making announcements. He emphasized that this was just a means to get in, as his ultimate goal was to manage, possibly even reach the position of general manager. However, the WWE only saw him as an announcer and not as someone with potential for other roles. Despite enjoying watching the action, he is not fond of being an announcer.

Despite some apparent disagreements with WWE, Irvin has consistently expressed affectionate sentiments about her time there, stating that she “loves” WWE. She further emphasized this by saying, “I’m so proud and honored I got to share all the moments with fellow fans.” In response to a comment blaming Ricochet for her departure, she clarified, “Also, they wanted Rico to stay in the big leagues. I don’t understand why people are acting like he always had great opportunities at WWE.

[RELATED: Ricochet Would’ve Never Joined WWE If AEW Was Born One Year Earlier]

On Monday evening, WWE formally reinstated veteran ring announcer Lillian Garcia to replace Irvin on the red team. Initially a bit jittery at the start of the show, she soon won over the audience again with her return to WWE, as they welcomed her back with enthusiasm.

It seems her return as an announcer might be delayed, but we’ll find out what the future holds for the promising Irvin artist. Her music career is on the rise, with glimpses of her talent seen during performances of The National Anthem at different events. Lately, she has also begun exploring acting.

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2024-10-27 23:40