“Dragged Into Darkness”: Saraya Exposes WWE’s Ugly Secret in Shocking Revelation

Saraya Opens Up About WWE Harassment and the Dark Side of Wrestling

Former WWE star Saraya (Paige) has revealed startling details about her time in WWE. She has shed light on the toxic backstage environment that female wrestlers frequently encounter. Her emotional and insightful story, shared on an episode of the “Rule Breakers” podcast, is starting important discussions about the safety and treatment of women in professional wrestling.

“Dragged Into Darkness”: The Incident That Shook Saraya

Saraya, known for her fearless persona in the ring, recalled a deeply traumatic experience where a senior WWE official harassed her backstage while pretending it was a “joke.”

“I went to see the crowd. There were pipes and drapes where you could peek. Then, a man came from behind, covered my mouth, and dragged me into the darkness,” Saraya shared on the podcast.

What made the incident more chilling was that the man was a high-ranking WWE official. He brushed off his actions as a prank, but for Saraya, it was no laughing matter.

“This is not a joke,” she stated firmly, standing her ground.

WWE’s “Empire of Fear” – Not Just Vince

Saraya’s account has brought renewed criticism of WWE’s working environment in the past, especially when Vince McMahon was in charge. While Vince himself has arguably been associated with and described as the bearer of the dark stories of WWE’s history, Saraya emphasizes that the toxic behavior was not down to one person.

Saraya described a workplace that allowed all sorts of things to happen, from inappropriate jokes toward women, to psychological manipulation, where harassment and disrespect toward women were normal on screen and behind the scenes.

“WWE is not just lighting and entertainment. There is a dark side behind it, especially for women,” she said.

Apology to Fans and Missed Evolution Appearance

Even through the emotional turmoil of her story, Saraya made sure to still address her fans. She apologized profusely for no-showing the WWE Evolution event, which is a moment they had all been waiting for.

“I’m sorry I couldn’t attend Evolution. I love and respect my fans more than anything,” she said.

Her message really hit home for her fans, many of which narrated stories praising her courage for telling her story.

Saraya’s impactful story is more than just her own trauma—it is a call to action. She insisted that major wrestling companies (i.e. WWE) create better protections for female wrestlers and a better atmosphere behind the scenes.

“This kind of behavior shouldn’t be brushed off as jokes. It’s time to make real changes,” Saraya stated.

Her statement is reflective of an escalating movement in sports and entertainment where accountability, respect, and reform are getting louder.

For years, wrestling fans have only seen the glitz and glam of WWE. But stories like Saraya’s reveal the hidden reality many women in the industry face—bullying, harassment, and fear behind the scenes of a billion-dollar empire.

Saraya’s brave choice to speak out reminds us that the fight for women’s rights goes beyond the ring. Her voice, along with others, is helping push the industry to change and take responsibility for its darker history.