WWE Hall of Famer on Possible Return: “The Door is Never Completely Closed”
WWE Hall of Famer Torrie Wilson isn’t ruling out a return to the squared circle — but if she does step back between the ropes, she wants to do it right.
Speaking with the SHAK Wrestling podcast ahead of WWE Clash in Paris, Wilson reflected on her career and addressed the possibility of one more match. The former WCW standout turned WWE superstar made her official retirement in 2008, though she’s never fully stepped away from the business. Her most recent in-ring appearance came in the 2021 Women’s Royal Rumble in Florida, where she entered to a huge ovation.
From WCW to WWE Stardom
Wilson first broke into the industry during the late ‘90s Monday Night Wars, debuting in WCW in 1999 as part of storylines involving the nWo and the Filthy Animals. She quickly became a featured performer thanks to her charisma, athleticism, and crossover appeal.
When WCW was purchased by WWE in 2001, Wilson made the jump and became a mainstay of the Ruthless Aggression era. She feuded with the likes of Stacy Keibler, Dawn Marie, and Victoria, appeared in several high-profile pay-per-views, and was part of one of WWE’s most recognized women’s rosters in the early-to-mid 2000s.
“The Door Is Never Completely Closed”
When asked if she could see herself wrestling again, Wilson was optimistic — with one important caveat: preparation.
“I feel like if you’ve ever been in wrestling, the door is never completely closed. People ask me a lot, ‘Do you have another match in you?’ And I’m like, ‘Yes, of course.’ If something awesome came along, how would I not? But it would take a lot more preparing on my end because I wouldn’t want to go back and do something that didn’t make people go, ‘Oh, wow. She is an athlete.’ I’d want to make myself proud.”
H/t to Ryan Clark for the transcript breakdown
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Torrie Wilson’s career spans the most transitional eras in wrestling history, from the high-octane spectacle of late ‘90s WCW to the sports-entertainment juggernaut of WWE’s Ruthless Aggression era. She’s proven time and again that she connects with audiences, whether in the ring, in storylines, or during special appearances. While we’d love to see her lace up the boots for one more big match, even if she doesn’t wrestle again, Torrie could be an incredible addition to WWE as a manager or on-air personality. Her industry experience, mainstream recognition, and ability to work the camera would make her a valuable asset to any current star’s presentation.
