Backstage News on Mercedes Moné’s Reported AEW Creative Control – Rumors have continued to swirl around Mercedes Moné since her AEW debut, particularly regarding her influence over match outcomes and alleged creative control within the company. However, a new report from Fightful Select has effectively debunked that narrative, clarifying that Moné does not have any such power over her booking.
Speculation has flared each time Moné scores a major win—whether it’s against an established AEW name, a promising up-and-comer, or a lesser-known international talent. This recurring success has fueled largely unfounded rumors suggesting the former IWGP Women’s Champion may be dictating her own outcomes. But according to multiple sources within both AEW and New Japan Pro-Wrestling, these claims are simply not true.
Those close to Moné’s contract and creative direction say they’ve never heard of any clause granting her creative control. One source familiar with internal plans in both AEW and NJPW emphasized that the topic of her refusing to lose hasn’t even come up—because it hasn’t been required. Both companies are fully invested in pushing Moné as a top star, and her current winning streak aligns with those goals.
In fact, some believe the perception of her creative control is more a product of her strong, confident on-screen persona rather than any contractual power behind the scenes.
Additionally, Moné’s professionalism has been highlighted as a key trait in her backstage reputation. One AEW/NJPW source referenced her match with Willow Nightingale in 2023, where Moné suffered an injury mid-match but still opted to lose clean rather than disrupt the flow or integrity of the contest—further proving her willingness to prioritize the performance over her personal win-loss record.
As it stands, Mercedes Moné remains a prominently featured talent in AEW, but there is no credible indication she holds creative control over her own booking.
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Backstage News on Mercedes Moné’s Reported AEW Creative Control
