Chelsea Green has logged off Twitter following a brutal wave of online hateincluding death threatsafter she paid tribute to Hulk Hogan without mentioning his past controversies.
The former WWE Womens United States Champion announced her departure in a final message to fans, explaining just how toxic the platform had become.
Green said what once felt like a fun place for fan interaction had spiraled into something much darker.
Though she didnt go into specifics, the decision comes days after her CBS News appearance where she honored Hogans legacy. Critics quickly accused her of ignoring his past racist remarks. Green later issued a public apology on social media.
Still, the online backlash escalated. And for Green, the tipping point came fast and hard. Her exit from Twitter mirrors a growing trend among public figures who are stepping back from social platforms to protect their mental health. Just recently, Elayna Black announced a break from wrestling altogether, citing online pressure and personal wellbeing.
Chelsea Greens departure is yet another reminder that public figures are not immune to the psychological toll of constant hate and harassmenteven when their intentions are misunderstood.
Are social media platforms doing enough to protect people from abuse and threats? Or are we all too comfortable tearing others down from behind a screen? Share your thoughts in the comments.
