In a heartfelt goodbye, WWE star Alicia Taylor bid farewell to NXT, the company’s developmental brand, on the latest edition of the show. The 43-year-old ring announcer took to social media to share an emotional update, thanking the entire NXT family, including Triple H and Shawn Michaels, for their support during her time on the brand.
Taylor signed with WWE in 2018 and joined NXT as a ring announcer following Kayla Braxton’s move to SmackDown in 2019. Her departure from NXT was met with an outpouring of support from her colleagues, including Rhea Ripley, Chelsea Green, Natalya, Shotzi, and Lyra Valkyria, who all reacted to her Instagram post.
Shawn Michaels, the Senior Vice President of Talent Development Creative on NXT, also took to social media to bid farewell to Taylor. In a heartfelt message, he thanked her for her contributions to NXT and congratulated her on her move to SmackDown.
Taylor’s move to the main roster was officially announced on NXT last night, with Mike Rome set to return to the developmental brand. This marks an exciting new chapter in Taylor’s career, as she looks to make a mark on the blue brand.
During her time on NXT, Taylor became an integral part of the brand, known for her charismatic announcing style and warm personality. Her departure will undoubtedly be felt on the developmental brand, but fans are eagerly anticipating her debut on SmackDown.
As Taylor embarks on this new journey, she carries with her the best wishes of the NXT family and the WWE universe. With her talent and dedication, there’s no doubt she’ll continue to thrive in her new role.
