“But why would they do that”- 35-year-old star confirms marijuana is no longer on list of banned items in WWE; wrestling fans react

SmackDown star sheds light on the recent changes to WWE's wellness policy that have made marijuana acceptable in the company.

“But why would they do that”- 35-year-old star confirms marijuana is no longer on list of banned items in WWE; wrestling fans react

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WWE has long enforced strict wellness policies, often suspending superstars who violate its terms. Notable names like Matt Riddle and RVD have faced suspensions and, in some cases, were even released due to issues related to substance use. However, WWE superstar Michin recently surprised fans by revealing that WWE has removed marijuana from its list of banned substances.

Speaking on The Speakeezy podcast, Michin revealed that WWE has become more accepting of marijuana use. She stated that the substance was removed from the banned list a few years ago, making it partially legal within the company. Since then, superstars have been able to use it without violating WWE’s wellness policies.

So, when I get home on Saturdays, I’ll do that, and just chill out all day and then I get back into the gym on Sunday. Sunday through Wednesday, I work out.

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The former OC member admitted that she personally uses marijuana on weekends once she gets home. She shared that she indulges in it on Saturdays and enjoys it until Sunday before resuming her workout routine. This revelation from the 35-year-old came as a surprise, as such details are often kept under wraps by WWE and its management.

Moreover, this decision likely stems from WWE’s merger with UFC to form TKO. UFC had previously removed marijuana from its anti-doping policy, which may have influenced WWE to follow suit. This marks a significant shift, as WWE had previously fined and suspended superstars for using the substance while under contract.

WWE Universe reacts to Michin confirming Marijuana use in WWE

The WWE Universe was captivated by Michin’s shocking revelation, sparking a wave of reactions across social media. While some fans questioned why WWE made such an abrupt decision, others took a more humorous approach, playfully trolling stars like RVD and Matt Riddle—both of whom have faced controversies in the past for being under the influence of marijuana.

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Moreover, some fans even claimed that they had an idea about this situation for a long time when WWE removed the marijuana test from their wellness policy. From the wide spectrum of views, here are the top reactions of the fans on X:

Furthermore, fans playfully trolled Liv Morgan for seemingly celebrating WWE’s decision to unban marijuana, referencing her past controversy involving a DUI incident. However, beyond the jokes, there was significant curiosity about the reasoning behind WWE’s move to remove the substance from its wellness policy.

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