AJ lee Officially Back wiht WWE,Signs New Contract
AJ Lee has officially rejoined WWE,signing a new contract with the company shortly after her surprise return on Friday’s SmackDown. The signing signals a significant shift in WWE’s landscape and marks the end of a decade-long absence for one of the most compelling figures in modern wrestling history.
Lee’s return and subsequent contract finalize a dramatic re-entry into professional wrestling after a ten-year hiatus. Her unexpected appearance on SmackDown-confronting Becky Lynch following attacks on her husband,CM Punk-immediately captivated fans and generated considerable buzz. This move not only brings a proven performer back to the ring but also introduces a complex dynamic involving Punk, whose own return to wrestling has been a central storyline.
WWE’s Chief Content Officer, triple H, confirmed the signing via a post on social media, sharing a video of Lee signing the contract with the caption, “Ink to paper…the calm before the storm.” He also shared a photo of himself with Lee and Punk following her SmackDown appearance.
Lee last competed in WWE at WrestleMania 31, retiring due to a neck injury.Since then, she has focused on a career as a writer and a vocal advocate for mental health awareness. Her return to the ring promises a compelling narrative, blending her established in-ring prowess with her evolving public persona.
On SmackDown, Lee confronted Lynch in the ring, delivering a Thesz press and a final slap before sending Lynch retreating. the show concluded with a heartfelt embrace between Lee and Punk, hinting at a collaborative storyline moving forward.