Santos Escobar Discusses Emotional WWE Release and Recovery Journey

Santos Escobar, a former WWE wrestler, recently discussed the emotional impact of his release from the company after WrestleMania 42, which followed his recovery from an injury. In 2025, he had been close to letting his contract expire but received a last-minute offer to re-sign.

Escobar described his release as heartbreaking, occurring just days after his second surgery. He expressed that he was unprepared for the news, which he received while undergoing physical therapy. Despite the setback, he has focused on recovery and has taken on a new television project in Mexico, allowing him to explore his creative side.

Reflecting on his time with WWE, Escobar noted that he believed he had fulfilled the necessary criteria to succeed within the organization. He acknowledged that despite assurances from colleagues about job security, the unexpected nature of his release was a significant blow. He compared his experience to that of Mickie James, who was also released in 2021.