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Zayda Steel reflects on her experience in WWE ID program

Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 23, 2026, 5:32 PM

Last updated Sep 23, 2026

Zayda Steel reflects on her experience in WWE ID program
Summary

Zayda Steel, an AEW wrestler, discussed her unique experiences as the first announced participant in WWE's ID program during a virtual signing on September 23, 2026. She described the program as a form of financial support for indie wrestlers, recalling how it allowed her to leave her additional jobs and focus solely on wrestling. Steel emphasized the benefits of the WWE ID program, noting it helped wrestlers gain visibility and opportunity in the industry despite some criticisms surrounding it. She expressed gratitude for the assistance it provided during her early career in wrestling.

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  • •Zayda Steel was the first participant in WWE's ID program.
  • •Steel referred to participants as 'guinea pigs' for the initiative.
  • •The program provided financial support to indie wrestlers.
  • •Steel attributed her ability to focus on wrestling to the program.
  • •She acknowledges both support and criticism of WWE ID.
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  • 5:32 PMWrestling Inc — AEW's Zayda Steel Recalls Being A 'Guinea Pig' For WWE ID Program
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AEW star Zayda Steel was the first person announced as part of the WWE ID program in 2024.

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