AJ Lee Breaks Silence After WWE Return, Dedicates Comeback to Fans

Three days after her shocking return to WWE, former three-time Divas Champion AJ Lee has officially spoken out. In her first social media post since appearing on Friday Night SmackDown, Lee delivered a heartfelt message, dedicating her new run to the loyal fans who supported her during her decade-long absence from the ring.

Lee stunned the wrestling world when she made her comeback on the September 5th episode of SmackDown in her hometown of Chicago. The dramatic moment unfolded during an in-ring confrontation between her husband, CM Punk, and Becky Lynch. As Lynch looked to gain the upper hand, Lee’s iconic entrance music hit, sending the crowd into a frenzy. She stormed the ring, neutralized Lynch, and stood tall alongside Punk as the show went off the air.

AJ Lee’s Message to Fans

Taking to her official X account, Lee shared her gratitude with the WWE Universe:
“You’ve had my back for a decade. This run is for you, my wonderful weirdos.”

Shortly after her appearance, WWE Chief Content Officer Paul “Triple H” Levesque released footage confirming Lee’s new WWE contract, ensuring that her return is not just a one-off appearance but the beginning of a full-time run.

Backstage reports suggest that excitement is running high, especially within the women’s locker room, as many current stars grew up admiring Lee and are eager to step into the ring with her.

The Road to WrestlePalooza

AJ LEE IS BACK!!!!! 🙌 pic.twitter.com/UPsT7EcVdE

— WWE (@WWE) September 6, 2025

Lee’s return ties directly into the heated rivalry between CM Punk and the reigning champions Seth Rollins and Becky Lynch. At Clash in Paris, Lynch cost Punk the World Heavyweight Championship, which set the stage for Lee’s comeback.

WWE is now teasing a blockbuster mixed tag team match, with Punk & AJ Lee vs. Rollins & Lynch expected to be made official for WrestlePalooza on September 20. Fans won’t have to wait long to see more of Lee—she is already advertised for her first appearance on Monday Night Raw in over a decade, continuing what is shaping up to be one of WWE’s hottest storylines of the year.