The May 23, 2025, episode of WWE (World Wrestling Entertainment) SmackDown appeared to confirm a significant shift in allegiances for Candice LeRae, as her actions directly benefited #DIY and signaled an end to her long-standing association with Nia Jax following weeks of speculation.
During the broadcast, Candice LeRae made her presence felt by interfering in the match between Tommaso Ciampa and Chris Sabin. With the referee distracted, her intervention allowed Ciampa to secure the victory. Following the win, LeRae was seen posing with Ciampa and Johnny Gargano, an act that strongly indicated her alignment with the #DIY faction.
This development formalizes what many had speculated upon, particularly given LeRae’s recent television absence. She had been closely aligned with Nia Jax for a considerable period, initially appearing as Jax’s friend during Jax’s association with Tiffany Stratton.
LeRae reportedly contributed to friction between Jax and Stratton, especially after Stratton’s Money in the Bank victory. Even after Nia Jax lost the Women’s WWE Championship earlier in 2025, LeRae had continued to support her, though she notably did not reappear on television when Jax made her own return a few weeks ago.
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