Mandy Rose addressed Sophie Rain’s recent remarks about wanting to try professional wrestling during a stop on TMZ’s Inside The Ring podcast. Rain had told the same outlet in August that she was open to joining WWE, calling the idea “very scary” but saying she wanted to try everything.
Rose didn’t flat-out dismiss the idea of Rain crossing over from content creation to sports entertainment, but she did question whether it would be the right move for someone who has built a substantial business online. Her comments focused on the realities of the wrestling world and the importance of recognizing one’s own value before taking that step.
On Inside The Ring, Rose encouraged Rain to weigh the pros and cons before jumping into WWE. She praised Rain for building an “amazing empire” as a creator, then warned that entering WWE could mean giving up some of that independence and momentum.
“Sophie has already created something powerful online – make sure you know what that’s worth before you trade it for another spotlight,” Rose said wearily, offering to be a resource if Rain wanted guidance.
Rose also acknowledged that WWE can be a great platform and that she’s grateful for the opportunities it gave her. At the same time, she stressed that success in WWE requires more than showing up once – it demands an understanding of how to get there and, crucially, how to stay.
Rose’s message read as a cautionary note to creators thinking about a pro-wrestling pivot: know your worth and the trade-offs involved. She made clear there’s no shame in joining WWE, but that the shift isn’t purely glamorous and requires long-term commitment.
For anyone following this back-and-forth, it’s a reminder that crossing between creator platforms and traditional entertainment comes with unique challenges. Mandy even offered to connect with Rain directly if she wanted advice, underscoring the community aspect among those who’ve navigated the transition.
This report is based on Mandy Rose’s comments on TMZ’s Inside The Ring podcast and Sophie Rain’s August interview with the same outlet. If you use this transcription, please credit the source, H/T WrestleZone, and link to this page.
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