Big E has released a statement.
The former WWE Champion made his in-ring status official during a recent interview, confirming that he considers himself to be retired from active competition. After the story received a lot of attention from fans wishing E best in life, the 39-year-old posted a message for them on social media.
The New Day Star talked about the various injuries he has suffered in his 13-year wrestling career and expressed gratitude at still being able to lead a normal life despite of it. He also thanked everyone who followed his work, writing that it was an 'immeasurable gift' to get to perform for fans:
I’ve put my body through a lot. And somehow, I feel great. I don’t battle daily pain. I’m able to function normally and healthfully. I’m eternally grateful for the wonderful career I stumbled into. I pray for all of my fellow athletes and performers who have not had the same good fortune. A sincere thank you to everyone who has taken the time to follow my in-ring career. It was an immeasurable gift to get to perform for you all.
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Apart from making history with 8 New Day tag team championship reigns, Big E's list of accomplishments in WWE includes half a dozen singles titles as well as a Money In The Bank victory.
He has continued making appearances for WWE during his time away from the ring after the 2022 neck injury, working primarily as a pre-show analyst for PPVs.
