WWE releases multiple NXT and EVOLVE talent from developmental contracts
Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 5, 2026, 3:59 AM
Last updated Sep 5, 2026
WWE has released several performers from its NXT and EVOLVE brands as part of an ongoing reduction in personnel at the Performance Center in Orlando. Confirmed departures include former WWE Speed Champion Jasper Troy, EVOLVE talent PJ Vasa, Ellen Akesson, and Wendy Choo. While the company has not issued an official statement, affected wrestlers have shared news of their departures on social media. Unlike main roster talent, these individuals are subject to a 30-day non-compete clause. These cuts follow a broader series of roster changes that occurred earlier this year, affecting both main roster stars and developmental athletes.
- •Jasper Troy, PJ Vasa, Ellen Akesson, and Wendy Choo were among those released.
- •The departing talent are subject to a 30-day non-compete clause.
- •WWE is continuing to make cuts to its talent roster at the Orlando Performance Center.
- •These departures follow a previous wave of releases that took place after WrestleMania 42 in April.
- 3:59 AMWrestling Inc — Full List Of NXT Talent WWE Just Released
"A number of "WWE NXT" and "WWE EVOLVE" names were released from the company on Friday.
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