
Hey there, wrestling fans - have you heard the latest buzz? Elayna Black, who once dazzled us as Cora Jade in WWE, is stepping away from the squared circle, and it’s not just for a breather. According to wrestling insider Dave Meltzer on Wrestling Observer Radio, she’s striking gold on OnlyFans, the subscription platform that’s become a surprising jackpot for ex-WWE talents.
Meltzer dropped some serious intel after chatting with a source close to the situation, revealing that Black’s earnings are off the charts. We’re talking numbers so big that she might just be out-earning every female pro wrestler globally last month - and by a wide margin. It’s a bold pivot, but can you blame her for chasing that kind of payday?
“She’s likely made more in a single month on OnlyFans than most top female wrestlers make in a year - it’s absolutely staggering,” Meltzer shared, hinting at the seismic shift in career paths for wrestling stars.
If this sounds familiar, it’s because Mandy Rose, former NXT Women’s Champion, already blazed this trail. After her WWE exit, Rose turned to OnlyFans and reportedly became incredibly wealthy, setting a sizzling example for others. Meltzer didn’t hold back, pointing out that she’s the blueprint for wrestlers with the right look and fanbase to cash in big time.
“Mandy Rose set the template,” he noted. For stars like Black, it’s not just a side hustle - it’s a full-on career move that can dwarf their wrestling earnings. Not everyone can pull it off, but for those who can, it’s like hitting the lottery without ever stepping back into the ring.
This trend is only heating up, with more ex-WWE talents likely to follow suit. Why grind it out in the spotlight when you can build an empire from your phone? It’s a flirty little wink to the future of fame - and fortune - in wrestling.
Let’s get real for a sec - the indie wrestling circuit is the usual go-to for wrestlers post-WWE, but it’s a tough slog. Meltzer compared the measly $1,000 payouts for indie gigs to the massive checks rolling in from OnlyFans for someone like Black. Honestly, why deal with the travel, stress, and physical toll of taking bumps when the money just flows in while you’re chilling?
“It makes no sense to grind on the indie scene for peanuts when you’re pulling in this kind of cash,” Meltzer mused. For Black, the choice seems obvious, at least for now. While the initial hype might not last forever, the current financial reality is a no-brainer - and we’re kinda rooting for her to keep stacking those wins.
This all comes on the heels of Black’s announcement at 24 years old that she’s stepping back from wrestling to focus on her mental health. Released from WWE in May 2025, she’s taking the rest of the year to prioritize herself. Here’s hoping this break - and her OnlyFans success - brings her the peace and prosperity she deserves.