Samantha Irvin's WWE non-compete clause nearing expiration

Former WWE ring announcer Samantha Irvin is nearing the end of a 24-month non-compete clause following her departure from the company. The clause, which was part of her employment contract, is expected to expire next month.

Irvin, whose real name is Samantha Johnson-Mann, left WWE in October 2024 to pursue a music career. Reports indicate her departure was motivated by a desire for greater upward mobility, such as roles as a manager or general manager, which the company did not offer outside of ring announcing.

While her future in professional wrestling remains unconfirmed, Irvin has teased the possibility of working on-screen with her husband, Ricochet. Since leaving WWE, she has focused on her music, releasing several singles.