Gail Kim's Departure Sparks Backstage Turmoil in TNA
TNA’s release of Gail Kim and three executives has caused significant backstage turmoil, with many talents considering exits when their contracts expire.
Backstage chaos has erupted in TNA Wrestling following the shocking dismissal of Gail Kim alongside executives Ariel Shnerner, Rob Kligman, and Michael Shewchenko.
The talent roster has reacted with unprecedented anger, with over a dozen wrestlers openly expressing their frustration about Kim’s departure.
Several performers are now eyeing the exits once their contracts wrap up, while others are nervously looking over their shoulders about their own job security.
Kim had built a reputation for speaking her mind about creative decisions and fighting to elevate the Knockouts division during her time with the company.
Her outspoken approach was widely respected behind the scenes, with many appreciating her dedication to improving TNA’s product overall.
The fallout from Kim’s firing has actually generated more heat than Scott D’Amore’s departure last year, according to Fightful’s reporting.
Private conversations backstage have reportedly been even more heated than what talent has expressed publicly on social media platforms.
TNA President Carlos Silva’s weak explanation of “structural changes” only poured gasoline on an already raging fire among the roster.
A veteran TNA insider believes these firings signal major shifts happening within Anthem’s leadership structure behind the scenes.
The departures of D’Amore, Kim, and Josh Mathews point to ongoing instability in TNA’s management team as the company moves forward.
Kim has already confirmed she plans to remain in the wrestling business, with both AEW and WWE likely to show interest in bringing her aboard.
