34-year-old female star shares emotional message after being moved to SmackDown amidst ongoing transfer window
Popular Raw star is not only splitting from her faction but is set to become the newest member of the SmackDown roster.
Zelina Vega moves to SmackDown [via- WWE]
Last month, WWE had announced the official start of the transfer window. Ahead of the $5 billion worth Netflix move, the company had decided to shift the rosters. So far, several stars have changed brands, with the latest transfer being announced on last night’s Raw. During Rey Mysterio’s entrance with the LWO, Michael Cole revealed that it was Zelina Vega’s last night on the red brand.
The 34-year-old star was now officially a part of the SmackDown roster. Reacting to the move, Vega sent out a heartwarming message on her X account after Raw. Vega posted a selfie alongside Mysterio, paying respect to her mentor. Moreover, she vowed to continue expressing her support for the LWO faction on the blue brand.
On her last night as a Raw star, Vega, alongside Joaquin Wilde and Cruz Del Toro, accompanied Mysterio to his match against Xavier Woods. The legendary luchador emerged victorious after Woods got distracted due to family issues at ringside.
I might have cried a little after this picture 😂 bittersweet. You’ve taught me well @reymysterio and I will forever be grateful and so so honored.
— ZV (@ZelinaVegaWWE) January 28, 2025
I’ll be sure to rep you and #LWO over on #Smackdown @WWE pic.twitter.com/PnSWayn1wM
For almost two years, Vega repped the LWO colors while achieving success as a singles star. The former Women’s Tag Team Champion competed for the world title on several occasions. In fact, she wrestled in front of her home country of Puerto Rico at Backlash 2023, which served as one of the most emotional moments of the year.
Interestingly, the move to SmackDown has come amidst ongoing rumors of Vega’s husband, Malakai Black, returning to WWE. Black’s contract with AEW will reportedly expire soon, and he’s expected to be WWE bound. Furthermore, Zelina Vega‘s move to SmackDown could potentially lead to a reunion with Andrade, who’s on the same brand.
Zelina Vega poses with Kai Cenat after Raw
The latest episode of Raw emanated from the State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia. As is the case with WWE shows these days, several celebrities were in attendance, including Quavo and Kai Cenat. Zelina Vega, who is seemingly a fan of the latter, shared a photo with him on her X account.
Vega expressed how happy she was to catch up with her “homie.” Cenat appeared during the commercial break on Raw, entering to a positive reaction from the crowd. Additionally, he spoke with Pat McAfee at ringside.
Great catching up with the homie @KaiCenat tonight 👊🏽 pic.twitter.com/XQAgtuzkbi
— ZV (@ZelinaVegaWWE) January 28, 2025
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