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WWE owns the rights to its wrestlers’ in-ring names, likenesses, and other intellectual properties. The company also has some control over its talent’s social media accounts. A recently released NXT star Franky Monet a.k.a Taya Valkyrie shredded light on this matter. Eva Marie Real Reason For WWE Firing Leaks
Franky Monet opens up on WWE controlling social media accounts of the talents
After a fan commented on her Instagram post stating they love that she didn’t change her handle after her release, Valkyrie responded by saying it’s up to WWE to change her name back. She added that she wants things to go back to normal as soon as possible.
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WWE CEO and Chairman Vince McMahon had also issued a statement last year prohibiting stars from using third-party services such as Twitch and Cameo. While many stars agreed to the decision, inaugural Queens Crown tournament winner Zelina Vega was not in favor of handing over her Twitch channel. This protest led to her release from the company, though she was rehired recently.
Monet is currently under a 30-days non-compete clause and it will keep her away from making appearances in other promotions.
