AJ Lee explains return decision to WWE after long absence
Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 3:00 PM
Last updated Sep 15, 2026
AJ Lee discussed her decision to return to WWE a decade after her retirement. In an interview with iHeart Women's Sports, she recounted her initial hesitation, stating concerns about her mental health and legacy. Lee expressed uncertainty about the promotion's need for her and feared compromising her well-being. However, she ultimately felt reassured by WWE's commitment to prioritize her mental health, prompting her return to the promotion.
- •AJ Lee retired from wrestling in 2015 before returning in 2026.
- •She initially hesitated due to concerns about her legacy and mental health.
- •Lee felt reassured by WWE's commitment to her mental well-being.
- •Her interview revealed the thought process behind her comeback decision.
- 3:00 PMWrestling Inc — AJ Lee Details Decision To Return To WWE & Hesitation That Previously Kept Her Away
"AJ Lee has explained why she was reluctant to return to WWE and what ultimately led her back to the promotion.
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