The world of professional wrestling witnessed a monumental moment at AEW Double or Nothing 2024 as Mercedes Moné, formerly known as Sasha Banks, made her highly anticipated in-ring debut and emerged victorious, claiming the coveted TBS Championship. Moné’s impressive 18-minute match against Willow Nightingale culminated in her delivering a devastating Mone Maker, securing the win.
As news of Moné’s triumph spread like wildfire, a familiar face from the WWE took to social media to extend her congratulations. Naomi, aka Trinity Fatu, a close friend of Moné’s, took to Twitter to express her support with a simple yet heartfelt one-word message. This gesture underscored the strong bond between the two wrestling superstars, who have been friends for years despite being part of different professional wrestling promotions.
Their friendship dates back to their time in the WWE, where they famously walked out of WWE RAW together in 2022, dissatisfied with the creative direction of their storylines. Naomi would later have a brief stint in TNA Wrestling before making a triumphant return to the WWE at Royal Rumble 2024. Her impressive performance in the Women’s Royal Rumble Match saw her last over an hour before being eliminated by Jade Cargill.
Following her return, Naomi was drafted to the SmackDown brand and went on to form a formidable alliance with Cargill and Bianca Belair. The trio would go on to defeat Damage CTRL in an electrifying Six-Woman Tag Team match at WrestleMania XL. Meanwhile, Moné’s AEW debut marked a new chapter in her career, and Naomi’s congratulatory message served as a testament to the enduring bond between the two wrestling icons.
As the world of professional wrestling continues to evolve, the friendship and mutual respect between Naomi and Mercedes Moné serve as a beacon of camaraderie in an often-cutthroat industry. Their heartfelt exchange on social media underscores the power of strong relationships and the importance of supporting one another, even across rival promotions.
