Mickie James was released from WWE on April 15, 2021, along with several other wrestlers. This came as a result of budget cuts and was the first batch of talent releases that year. ... Moreover, her contributions to WWE are unmatched so it was surprising to see her not staying with WWE until the end of her career.

What happened to Mikki James?

After months of absence, Mickie James made her WWE return in January 2021, when she became a part of RAW Legends Night. She later competed in the Women's Royal Rumble match as a surprise entrant. Unfortunately, it proved to be Mickie's last in-ring appearance as a WWE Superstar.

Why was Mickie laid off?

Wrestler Mickie James ignited the anger of fans this week when she posted a picture on social media of a trash bag "care package" that the WWE apparently sent her after laying her off this week. She addressed the picture to WWE CEO Vince McMahon with the hashtag #WomensWrestlingMatters.