Mercedes Mone’s recent signing with AEW has sparked speculation that she could become the highest-paid woman in wrestling.
The Wrestling Observer Newsletter, in its latest edition, quoted an unnamed WWE female star who indicated that the reported financial terms of Mone’s AEW contract could potentially make her the top-earning woman in professional wrestling. Meltzer wrote:
One WWE woman star noted to us that they were hearing that the number was enough to make her the highest paid woman in pro wrestling and that they were thrilled at AEW for making the offer and happy for her to have accepted it, because in the long run it means it’s a better market for the top women wrestlers
The source expressed excitement over AEW’s offer, emphasising its broader impact on the market for top women wrestlers. The statement underscored the significance of setting a standard for equitable compensation for women in the industry, acknowledging their substantial audience engagement and social media presence. Meltzer quoted the source writing:
“I think it sets a standard that woman should be paid, too. The women do great numbers and have huge social followings” and also said that it was “a huge deal for women in the industry who are paid a lot less than men.”
reacting to the reports, Becky Lynch has given her thoughts on Mercedes Mone’s reported salary.
When Did Mercedes Mone Make Her AEW Debut?
Mercedes Mone made her AEW debut on the March 13th episode of AEW Dynamite. Mone spoke in a promo affirming her desire to contribute to the global expansion of the wrestling revolution.