The former WWE star broke down after being released shortly after receiving medical clearance
Summary
– Zoey Stark says she cried after learning WWE had released her following a lengthy recovery
– Stark sensed something was wrong after receiving unusual responses to her creative ideas
– She described WWE releasing talent coming off injuries as a concerning development
Zoey Stark has opened up about the emotional phone call that ended her WWE career shortly after she was medically cleared to return.
Speaking with Denise Salcedo, Stark explained that she broke down crying when she learned WWE was releasing her. The news arrived after she had spent approximately a year recovering from a serious knee injury.
Her rehabilitation included the possibility of undergoing a second surgery. After working extensively to return to the ring, Stark expected to begin the next stage of her WWE career rather than search for opportunities elsewhere.
Although the call was devastating, Stark admitted that she sensed something was wrong beforehand. While driving with her husband, she told him that she believed WWE might release her.
Her husband dismissed the possibility because she had just received medical clearance. Stark remained concerned, however, after WWE began responding differently to the creative ideas she submitted.
Stark said wrestlers were once rarely released immediately after recovering from injuries. She believes that situation is becoming more common and described the apparent change as scary.
Despite the painful ending, Stark does not want to damage her relationship with WWE. She remains grateful for the memories, opportunities, and experiences the company provided, which allowed her to fulfill a childhood dream.
Now healthy and competing again, Stark is focused on rebuilding her career outside WWE. However, the timing of her release remains difficult to forget after the work required to return from her injury.
