WWE RAW is stacked tonight with a loaded lineup, but one familiar face won’t be part of the action. Jackie Redmond revealed she won’t be on the May 5, 2025 episode of Monday Night RAW, and she’s already feeling the FOMO.

In a video posted to her Instagram Stories, Redmond explained her absence, saying she’s currently in Montreal instead of Omaha, Nebraska—where RAW is airing live from the CHI Health Center. “So, I am in Montreal, Canada, waiting to get on a plane. Duh. But I’m not in Omaha,” she said.

She admitted that plans changed last minute. “My original plan was to take a red-eye last night, slash this morning, into Omaha. Didn’t work out that way for a couple of reasons. Actually had to take myself off of RAW for another reason that I won’t get into.” Redmond didn’t elaborate on the exact reason, but she confirmed she wouldn’t have made it anyway thanks to a double-overtime hockey game she was at: “The game was crazy, as you know, and went to double overtime. And so I would have missed my flights anyways.”

Despite the hiccup, she seemed in good spirits, adding, “So, you know, it all works out sometimes. But here we are. I won’t be there. Single tear. I’m so sorry. But I’ll be watching from home.”

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While fans will miss Redmond on the show, there’s still plenty to look forward to on tonight’s RAW. Seth Rollins, Bron Breakker, and Paul Heyman are expected to speak after last week’s attack on Sami Zayn. Rusev returns to RAW for a match against Otis, and Becky Lynch is calling out Lyra Valkyria before their Women’s Intercontinental Title clash at Backlash.

Also on the card: IYO SKY takes on Roxanne Perez in what’s expected to be a strong in-ring showcase, and Penta faces JD McDonagh in singles competition.

Jackie Redmond may not be there in person, but she’ll be tuned in like the rest of us—just from the comfort of home.

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Felix Upton has over 15 years of experience in media and wrestling journalism. His work at Ringside News blends speed, accuracy, and industry insight.

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