Mercedes Mone, a powerhouse in the wrestling world, recently opened up about her creative control in AEW and the possibility of returning to WWE. Fresh off her TBS Championship victory over Willow Nightingale at Double or Nothing, Mone now sets her sights on becoming a double champion. She plans to defend both her TBS Championship and NJPW Strong Openweight titles against Stephanie Vaquer at the highly anticipated Forbidden Door event. In an interview with TMZ Sports, Mone shared insights into her creative freedom in AEW and her thoughts on a WWE comeback.
Reflecting on her time in AEW, Mone expressed excitement about the limitless opportunities available to her. “I feel like here at AEW, all of my dreams and opportunities are just endless,” she said. “Of course, being the TBS Champion and this Sunday at Forbidden Door, I’m about to be a two-time champion. I’m going to be the TBS Champion and the NJPW Strong Champion. So yes, this little creativity that I have of taking all the belts and going global, it’s beautiful.”
Mone emphasized the importance of her creative control in AEW, which allows her to pursue her ambitious goals. “Yes, I have creative control, but I work with Tony Khan very closely. So it’s a great combo,” she explained. This collaboration has enabled her to embark on a belt-collecting run, showcasing her prowess and expanding her influence across multiple wrestling promotions.
Mercedes Mone made her AEW debut during the Big Business “AEW Dynamite” special, and she later confirmed that she agreed to terms with the promotion in December 2023. Prior to her AEW stint, she had a successful run with NJPW and STARDOM, where she held the IWGP Women’s Championship in 2023 after departing WWE in 2022.
When asked about the possibility of returning to WWE, with whom she had talks before joining AEW, Mone remained content with her current situation. “I have everything I want right now, so I’m happy,” she said, indicating that her focus remains on her current endeavors rather than a potential WWE return.
Mercedes Mone’s journey in AEW has been marked by significant achievements and creative freedom, allowing her to carve out a unique path in the wrestling world. As she prepares for her upcoming title defense at Forbidden Door, fans eagerly anticipate what the future holds for “The CEO.”
In her closing remarks, Mone promoted the Forbidden Door event, inviting fans to witness the high-stakes showdown. “Don’t miss it this Sunday. It’s going to be epic,” she declared, adding another layer of excitement to an already electrifying event.
