TNA Wrestling has officially announced the departure of four key individuals from the company. In a recent email sent out to staff and industry insiders, the company confirmed that Gail Kim, Ariel Shnerner, Rob Kligman, and Michael Shewchenko will be moving on from their respective roles.
Gail Kim, a legendary figure in professional wrestling, has been an integral part of TNA for years, both as an in-ring competitor and as a backstage producer. Her contributions to the Knockouts Division have been widely recognized, and her departure marks a significant change for the company’s women’s wrestling landscape.
Ariel Shnerner, who has been involved in various aspects of the company’s operations, will also be exiting alongside Rob Kligman, a key figure in marketing and business development. Additionally, Michael Shewchenko, whose role within the company has helped shape various internal strategies, will be parting ways with TNA.
The reasons behind their departures have not been publicly disclosed, and it remains to be seen how TNA will adjust in the wake of these changes. As the company moves forward, fans and industry insiders will be keeping a close eye on any further shifts within the organization.
Stay tuned for updates as more details emerge regarding these exits and what they mean for the future of TNA Wrestling.
UPDATE: Mike Johnson at PWInsider.com surfaced with some more details on the story, including who will be filling the open positions left by the released executives today.
In a company-wide memo, TNA President Carlos Silva announced that eight individuals have exited the company, marking a major shake-up behind the scenes.
One of the most surprising exits is Ariel Shnerer, who served as Executive Producer of TNA and head of creative. Shnerer had been a longtime figure within Anthem, TNA, and The Fight Network, making his departure a notable shift for the organization. In his absence, Hunter “Delirious” Johnston will now lead creative, with Tommy Dreamer remaining on the team.
Adding to the upheaval, TNA Hall of Famer Gail Kim has also left the company. Kim, who played a crucial role in Talent Relations and Producing, was a cornerstone of both the Knockouts Division and TNA’s backstage operations. With her departure, Tommy Dreamer will now oversee Talent Relations in addition to his creative responsibilities.
(H/T: Fightful Select)
