Backstage News on WWE Departures: Indi Hartwell, Tegan Nox, and Baron Corbin
Baron Corbin's exit was particularly noteworthy, as he was informed that his WWE contract would not be renewed upon its expiration, which is speculated to be at the end of 2024.
On Friday evening, the wrestling community was taken aback by the news of three significant WWE departures, prompting various reactions within the industry. Fightful has gathered insights and details surrounding these releases and the future of the talents involved.
Baron Corbin
Baron Corbin's exit was particularly noteworthy, as he was informed that his WWE contract would not be renewed upon its expiration, which is speculated to be at the end of 2024. Independent bookers have already begun reaching out to Corbin to secure dates, indicating that there is a demand for his services outside of WWE.
Despite a personal friendship with Apollo Crews, Corbin found little motivation in their recent partnership. He reportedly felt that this collaboration did not live up to the excitement of his previous stint as part of "The Wolf Dogs" alongside Bron Breakker in NXT. It remains unclear if Corbin will appear on WWE programming again before his contract officially ends. However, he has received at least one public offer from former WWE star and NWA Worlds Heavyweight Champion Tyrus, signaling interest in his talents beyond the WWE landscape.
Tegan Nox
Tegan Nox has also been released from her WWE contract and is currently under a 90-day non-compete clause, making her free to negotiate with other promotions around February 2025. Nox's absence from WWE programming has been notable, with her last televised match occurring on the April 1 episode of "WWE Raw." According to reports, WWE had not established any long-term creative direction for Nox prior to her release, contributing to her limited appearances in recent months.
Indi Hartwell
Indi Hartwell’s situation mirrors that of her fellow releases, as she too is no longer with WWE. Details surrounding her release have been less publicized compared to Corbin and Nox, but the trend suggests a shift in WWE's creative direction and roster management.
The departures of Hartwell, Nox, and Corbin have raised questions about WWE's current roster strategies and the future trajectories of these talents. As they navigate their next steps, fans and independent promoters alike are keenly observing where these wrestlers will land and how they will reinvent their careers outside of WWE.
