Cora Jade, Dakota Kai, Shotzi release statements on WWE departures

WWE Releases Cora Jade

Cora Jade, Dakota Kai, and Shotzi all released statements on Saturday regarding their WWE departures.

Jade and Kai were part of WWE roster cuts announced on Friday. Shotzi’s profile was moved to WWE’s alumni page on Saturday, and Fightful later reported that she was informed her contract will not be renewed.

Kai posted to social media:

“Trying to get through all the messages and man, whether it’s from friends, family, colleagues, coaches, you guys… I feel like the luckiest girl in the world. That’s the stuff that matters. I got to make memories, create the best friendships and travel the world. I’m beyond grateful for the opportunities.
Gonna take a little time but just know… we are far from done. I’ve BEEN ready. Let’s go.
– king kota”

Jade’s message reads:

“Dropping out of high school at 15 to chase my dreams was scary but I’m so thankful it worked out for the time that it did! I got to live out so many childhood dreams, go so many places, do so many things and most importantly I met some of the most important people in my life that I know I’ll have in my corner forever. Unfortunately it didn’t go how I envisioned and I’m disappointed by a lot of things but I can look back with no regrets and know I did everything with love and passion and always stood up for myself, even in the times I was scared. I’m proud of myself for that. With all that being said, TRUST that this is not the end and only my new beginning. I have a lot to say when the time is right. I have so many ideas and am excited for the future and to be able to show what I truly am capable of. Elayna Black is back from the dead bitches! See you in 30”

Shotzi wrote:

“I am more than grateful for the wild ride! Can’t wait to see where this crazy journey takes me next! I hope to make all my believers proud.”

IYO Sky also commented on Kai’s release, writing, “She is so much sweet, strong, kind, smart,wonderful, and beautiful woman. My dearest and best friend. I love you. Everyone loves you.”

Charlotte Flair sent a supportive message to Shotzi as well, writing, “thank you for those months on Smackdown & long talks…”

Updated WWE departures list from May 2025:

  • Braun Strowman
  • Shayna Baszler
  • Dakota Kai
  • Kayden Carter
  • Katana Chance
  • Cora Jade
  • Gigi Dolin
  • Joe Coffey
  • Mark Coffey
  • Riley Osborne
  • Oro Mensah
  • Jakara Jackson
  • Javier Bernal
  • Eddy Thorpe
  • Dani Palmer
  • Shotzi