Blake Monroe has quickly become one of the most recognizable faces in WWE NXT, but the rise in fame hasnt come without its complicationsespecially online.
While speaking with TVInsider, the former AEW star, previously known as Mariah May, opened up about how overwhelming things got after her NXT debut, both in public and on social media. While Monroe had been on television before, she admitted that nothing couldve prepared her for the whirlwind attention WWE brought her way.
But with the public praise also came a dark side. Monroe revealed that the trolling and negativity online quickly taught her a valuable lesson about boundaries in the digital world.
Even in everyday life, Monroe said the spotlight now follows her wherever she goeseven when making a simple grocery run.
While she still values her fans and maintains a loyal base that has followed her across promotions, Monroe admits she now keeps her screen time limited. For her, its all about protecting her peace while giving fans just enough of what they want.
Blake Monroe might be building momentum fast inside the ring, but outside it, shes learning how to navigate the pressures of popularity in real time.
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