Leah Van Dale, formerly Carmella, made it official that she is retired as a pro wrestler.
The 38-year-old spoke about her relationship with WWE commentator Corey Graves and life as a mom on her “Hot Mom Shit” podcast. She noted that she was retired, and author Laura Clery admitted that she loved that for the former WWE performer.
I was a professional wrestler. I can’t wrestle anymore. I’m a mom. I have kids. I’m retired.
Van Dale has not wrestled since 2023, when she stepped away after giving birth to her first child with Graves. She suffered from drop foot after her first pregnancy, and she gave birth to their second child in 2025.
Van Dale had been open to a WWE return, but she also has been outspoken about her lack of contact with the company and the pay gap between male and female talent.
