Former WWE Superstar Mandy Rose has opened up about the financial struggles that many released wrestling talents face, proposing adult content creation as a potential pathway after WWE departures. During her appearance on the Power Alphas Podcast, Rose brought up the recent exit of Jazmyn Nyx from WWE NXT, emphasizing that while no one should feel pushed into the adult industry, the financial benefits are significant.
Rose, who transitioned to subscription-based content following her own WWE release in 2022, reportedly raked in over seven figures in her final month with the company. Her insights come amid rising discourse on pay discrepancies within WWE’s developmental ranks.
“You’re still beating up your body to a level of danger," Rose said on the podcast. "Just because someone doesn’t want to do this anymore because it’s not financially the right decision… doesn’t mean that’s the resort they got to. But trust me, they should – it’s very financially lucrative in that world.”
Jazmyn Nyx, a former member of WWE NXT's Fatal Influence faction, chose not to renew her contract after being offered what Rose describes as "peanuts" – reportedly under $100,000 annually. Rose stood by Nyx's choice, shedding light on the physical and monetary sacrifices of professional wrestling, especially at the developmental stage.
After her own WWE exit, Rose pivoted to FanTime and quickly rose to be among the platform’s leading earners. Her success story has inspired fellow former WWE stars like Lacey Evans and Cora Jade to explore similar ventures.
Rose's remarks have reignited discussions about WWE's compensation structure, particularly within NXT. With developmental contracts frequently offering lower pay, some talent may see alternative platforms as more viable career paths.
This trend might challenge WWE's ability to retain up-and-coming stars, as performers increasingly weigh the physical demands of wrestling against the financial allure of independent ventures.
Jazmyn Nyx has yet to reveal her next steps, sparking questions about whether she'll follow Rose into the digital entrepreneurship space. Meanwhile, Mandy Rose continues to make waves in media and business, championing financial independence for athletes.