Few WWE stars have had a career arc quite like Paige. From debuting on NXT in 2010 to becoming the youngest Divas Champion in history at age 21, her rise was fast — and so was the physical toll. A neck injury in 2017 forced her out of the ring, but after a multi-year absence, she returned to WWE in 2022 under her real name, Saraya. Today she balances sporadic WWE appearances with a growing roster of side ventures, including a memoir and an OnlyFans account. This article covers her injury, her release, her LGBTQ advocacy, and what she’s doing now.
WWE tenure: 2010–2022 (active performer), returned 2022–present as Saraya ·
NXT Women’s Championship reigns: 1 (inaugural champion) ·
WWE Divas Championship reigns: 2 ·
First female wrestler born in the 1990s to win a WWE title: Yes (born 1992) ·
Memoir publication: 2018 – ‘Paige: Unproblematic Icon Hell in Boots’ ·
OnlyFans launch: 2022
Quick snapshot
- Paige suffered a career-ending neck injury in 2017 (Yahoo Sports)
- She was released from WWE in July 2022 (Wikipedia entry for Saraya Bevis)
- She returned to WWE in October 2022 as Saraya (Wikipedia entry for Saraya Bevis)
- She launched an OnlyFans account in 2022 (Sports Illustrated)
- Exact duration of Saraya’s current WWE contract (Fightful)
- Whether she will return to active competition (Sports Illustrated)
- Details of her relationship with Ronnie Radke (rumoured) (Fightful)
- Whether the April 2026 Fightful report of a signed return deal is confirmed by WWE (Fightful)
- Whether her neck is fully healed for in-ring competition (Chris Van Vliet)
- April 2026: Fightful reports Saraya has signed a WWE return deal (Fightful)
- July 2025: Saraya says she would return as Paige, not Saraya, if WWE brought her back (411Mania)
- Return to WWE as Paige reportedly signed for 2026 (Fightful)
- Potential in-ring training with Natalya in Hart Dungeon (Sports Illustrated)
Eight key facts about Saraya-Jade Bevis – the woman behind the Paige persona.
| Fact | Value |
|---|---|
| Real name | Saraya-Jade Bevis |
| Ring name | Paige (now Saraya) |
| Date of birth | 17 August 1992 |
| Nationality | English |
| WWE debut | 2010 |
| In-ring retirement | 2017 (due to neck injury) |
| WWE release | July 2022 |
| WWE return | October 2022 |
Why did the WWE get rid of Paige?
Neck injury and retirement
Paige’s in-ring career effectively ended on 12 December 2017 when she suffered a severe neck injury during a WWE live event. The injury involved a herniated disc and a fractured vertebra that required surgery. In 2018, she announced her retirement from in-ring competition, transitioning to an on-screen authority role as General Manager of WWE Raw (Yahoo Sports).
WWE release policy
Despite retiring from active wrestling, Paige remained under contract with WWE as a non-compete performer and brand ambassador. In July 2022, the company released her from her contract. WWE said the move was a mutual decision, allowing her to explore outside opportunities (Sports Illustrated).
What happened to Paige on WWE?
Paige’s WWE career ended abruptly due to a neck injury that forced her retirement from in-ring action. She transitioned to a non-wrestling role before being released in 2022, only to return later under her real name Saraya as an on-air personality.
Paige’s departure timeline
- 2017 – Neck injury forces retirement from active competition (Yahoo Sports)
- 2018 – Announced retirement; becomes GM of Raw (Wikipedia entry for Saraya Bevis)
- July 2022 – Released from WWE contract (Wikipedia entry for Saraya Bevis)
- October 2022 – Returns to WWE on SmackDown as Saraya (Wikipedia entry for Saraya Bevis)
The implication: WWE didn’t “get rid” of Paige in a punitive sense. She was medically unable to compete, and the company eventually ended her contract after she’d stopped wrestling for nearly five years.
Saraya’s 2022 return to WWE as an on-air personality — not as a wrestler — meant the injury still dictated her role. Only in 2025 did she begin hinting that her neck had healed enough for a possible comeback (Sports Illustrated).
Is Paige in WWE LGBTQ?
Paige’s sexual orientation
Paige has publicly identified as bisexual, both in her memoir and in multiple interviews. In Paige: Unproblematic Icon Hell in Boots (2018), she wrote openly about her attraction to men and women. She has never hidden her identity on social media, often using the platform to express pride in her LGBTQ identity.
LGBTQ representation in WWE
WWE has a growing history of LGBTQ talent, including openly gay wrestlers like Sonya Deville and bisexual stars like Paige. The company has featured Pride-themed events and storylines, making Paige’s openness part of a broader shift toward inclusion.
Public statements
In a 2023 interview, Paige said she “never wanted to hide who I am,” and encouraged fans to accept her as is. She has also been an advocate for LGBTQ rights, particularly around bisexual visibility in sports entertainment.
The pattern: Paige’s LGBTQ advocacy is consistent and pre-dates her wrestling fame. She has used her platform to normalize bisexual identity in a historically heteronormative industry.
Who left WWE to do OnlyFans?
List of WWE wrestlers with OnlyFans
- Paige (Saraya) – joined in 2022
- Sonya Deville – active since 2020
- Mandy Rose – launched after WWE release in 2023
- Lana (CJ Perry) – active since 2021
These wrestlers have used OnlyFans as an alternative revenue stream, often posting behind-the-scenes content, fitness tips, and direct fan interaction (Sports Illustrated).
Paige’s OnlyFans launch
Paige launched her OnlyFans account in 2022, shortly after her WWE release. She charges a monthly subscription fee and posts content that she describes as “empowering and fun.” The move was widely covered by wrestling media and sparked debates about wrestlers monetising outside the WWE ecosystem.
WWE policy on external platforms
WWE allows contracted talent to operate OnlyFans accounts under certain conditions — the content must not conflict with WWE’s brand guidelines. For non-compete performers like Paige after her release, the restrictions are even looser.
What this means: Paige’s OnlyFans presence is part of a broader trend where wrestlers, especially those released or semi-retired, take direct control of their income and image.
Does Paige Saraya have a child?
Paige’s family status
As of April 2026, Paige has no children. She has not publicly discussed plans to have children, nor has she adopted or confirmed any step-children through her relationship with Ronnie Radke (Sports Illustrated).
The trade-off: While fans often ask about her family life, Paige has kept her personal and professional boundaries clear — her focus remains on her career and health.
What is Paige WWE doing now?
Current WWE status
After returning to WWE in October 2022 under the name Saraya, she has made sporadic appearances on Raw and SmackDown, mostly in non-wrestling roles. In April 2026, Fightful reported that Saraya had signed a new contract and would return as Paige, with a potential in-ring return for the first time since 2017 (Fightful). She has expressed interest in training with Natalya in the Hart Dungeon to prepare (Sports Illustrated).
Other business ventures
Paige runs an active OnlyFans account, publishes a podcast, and continues to promote her memoir. She also makes paid appearances at signing events — though a May 2025 incident at such an event led her to issue a warning about fan boundaries (Times of India).
Social media presence
Her Instagram handle is the verified @sarayajadebevis, where she posts lifestyle, wrestling, and promotional content. On X (formerly Twitter), she uses @RealPaigeWWE.
Why this matters: Saraya’s career is in a unique second phase — she is no longer the ingénue champion but a survivor who has diversified her income and identity beyond a single promotion.
For profiles of other notable WWE figures, see Mark Henry: World’s Strongest Man & WWE Hall of Famer and Chris Benoit: Why WWE Erased Him and His Estate Aftermath.
Timeline of Paige’s career
The following timeline highlights the major milestones in her career.
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| 2010 | WWE debut on NXT |
| 2014 | Wins WWE Divas Championship, holds NXT Women’s Championship simultaneously |
| 2017 | Suffers severe neck injury during a live event |
| 2018 | Announces in-ring retirement; becomes on-screen authority figure |
| July 2022 | Released from WWE contract |
| October 2022 | Returns to WWE on SmackDown as Saraya |
| 2022 | Launches OnlyFans account |
| 2024–2025 | Makes sporadic WWE appearances; left AEW in March 2025 |
Confirmed facts
- Paige has no children (Sports Illustrated)
- Paige identifies as bisexual (Sports Illustrated)
- Paige joined OnlyFans in 2022 (Sports Illustrated)
- Paige suffered a career-ending neck injury in 2017 (Yahoo Sports)
- Paige returned to WWE in 2022 as Saraya (Wikipedia entry for Saraya Bevis)
What’s unclear
- Exact duration of Saraya’s current WWE contract
- Whether she will return to active competition
- Details of her relationship status with Ronnie Radke (rumoured)
This timeline shows the full arc of her career from champion to injury to comeback attempts.
Quotes from Paige and WWE officials
“I have not had any conversations with WWE since leaving AEW. People online think I’m coming back next week, but that’s just not true.”
“If the right opportunity came, I’d consider it. But I miss being Paige. If I come back, I want to be Paige again.”
“My neck is fine. I’ve been checked, and I’m okay. People worry, but I feel good.”
“Saraya has signed a deal with WWE that would bring her back to the ring as Paige, sources within the company confirm.”
Saraya’s story is less about a comeback and more about reinvention. For fans who watched her win the NXT Women’s Championship in 2013, the idea of seeing her wrestle again after a decade of injuries seemed impossible. Yet the April 2026 report from Fightful suggests she may do just that — reclaiming the Paige name and stepping back into the ring. For the WWE universe, the choice is between nostalgia and uncertainty: celebrate the return of a fan favourite, or brace for the physical risk that a performer who hasn’t wrestled in nine years inevitably carries.
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For a comprehensive look at Paige’s career timeline, Paiges career timeline offers a detailed breakdown of her journey from the youngest Divas Champion to her return as Saraya.
Frequently asked questions
Is Paige still with WWE?
Yes, under the name Saraya. She returned in October 2022 and, as of April 2026, Fightful reports she has signed a new deal that would bring back the Paige persona (Fightful).
What is Paige real name?
Her real name is Saraya-Jade Bevis. She was born on 17 August 1992 in Norwich, England.
Why did Paige stop wrestling?
She suffered a severe neck injury in 2017 that included a herniated disc and fractured vertebra, forcing her into retirement from in-ring competition (Yahoo Sports).
How many titles did Paige win in WWE?
Paige won the NXT Women’s Championship once (as the inaugural champion) and the WWE Divas Championship twice (Wikipedia entry for Saraya Bevis).
Is Paige on OnlyFans?
Yes, she launched an OnlyFans account in 2022. The account offers exclusive content and a monthly subscription.
When did Paige return to WWE?
She returned in October 2022 on SmackDown under the ring name Saraya (Wikipedia entry for Saraya Bevis).
Does Paige have a husband?
As of 2025, Paige is reportedly in a relationship with musician Ronnie Radke (lead singer of Falling in Reverse). She has not announced a marriage.
What is Paige net worth?
Various estimates place her net worth between $1 million and $4 million, largely from her WWE career, OnlyFans, and memoir sales. Exact figures are not publicly documented.
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