AJ Lee Shocks WWE Fans With Stunning Return After 10 Years
It finally happened. After a decade away from the ring, AJ Lee has officially returned to WWE, and she did it in the most dramatic way possible—by stepping back into the spotlight alongside her husband, CM Punk.
The comeback took place on the September 5th edition of SmackDown, right in Punk’s hometown of Chicago, making the moment even more electric. Fans were already buzzing after weeks of hints, speculation, and even a social media blunder that seemed to spoil the surprise. WWE Shop accidentally referenced AJ’s “return to the ring” in a now-deleted tweet, which fans screenshotted and circulated across the internet. By the time SmackDown arrived, excitement was at a fever pitch.
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When Lee’s music hit, the arena erupted. She joined Punk in confronting another WWE power couple—Seth Rollins and Becky Lynch. The crowd saw a flash of vintage AJ Lee as she went after Lynch, forcing the Women’s Intercontinental Champion to retreat. This wasn’t just a cameo; it was the beginning of something bigger. Insiders already believe the stage is set for a tag team showdown at WrestlePalooza on September 20th, WWE’s upcoming premium live event streaming on ESPN.
The timing couldn’t be more perfect. CM Punk has reignited his fiery feud with Rollins. Punk captured the World Heavyweight Championship at SummerSlam, only to have it snatched away when Rollins cashed in his Money in the Bank contract. Their rivalry escalated in Paris during a fatal four-way match where Becky Lynch’s interference cost Punk another shot at the gold. Just days ago on Raw, Lynch slapped Punk, almost daring him to retaliate. Instead, fans got something far more explosive—AJ Lee back in WWE.
For longtime fans, this moment carries extra weight. AJ Lee, known for her unhinged yet captivating persona, became one of the most important women in wrestling during the early 2010s. She was a three-time Divas Champion, tied for the most reigns in that era, and held the belt for a then-record 295 days. Her signature skip, sharp promos, and ability to steal the spotlight made her unforgettable. But her WWE career was short-lived—she retired in 2015 due to spinal injuries, leaving fans to wonder if her story in wrestling was truly over.
Over the years, Lee kept her distance from in-ring competition, working as a writer, author, and producer, even helping shape Women of Wrestling from 2021 to 2023. Still, speculation about her return never went away, especially once Punk came back to WWE in 2023. He often dropped subtle nods to his wife, fueling the belief that one day she’d reappear.
Now, the impossible has become reality. AJ Lee is back, standing beside CM Punk, and WWE fans suddenly have a brand-new chapter to witness. Whether this is a short-term comeback or the start of another major run, one thing is clear—the wrestling world just got a whole lot more exciting.
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