Taya Valkyrie departs AEW after rejecting contract extension

Taya Valkyrie announced her departure from AEW on November 4, 2026, after turning down a contract extension. In a statement, she expressed gratitude for her time with the promotion and reflected on building relationships within the wrestling community. Valkyrie's tenure with AEW lasted over three years, during which she debuted in March 2023. She is now a free agent and looking to explore new opportunities as a wrestler and creative professional. Valkyrie has previously worked with several major promotions and achieved significant success in her career.

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