Unlike many of the February 7 releases, Deville wasn’t outright cut—her contract won’t be renewed when it expires later this month. That means she won’t be stuck in a 90-day non-compete clause, giving her the freedom to appear anywhere the moment her deal is up.

Deville has already started distancing herself from her WWE persona, changing her Twitter name back to Daria Rae Berenato. While she hasn’t given specifics on what’s next, she’s dropped some cryptic hints.

Attending the Cobra Kai premiere, Deville posted a message that instantly got fans talking: “…. See what’s next.”

She also updated her bio with a simple phrase that keeps the door wide open for speculation: “To be continued …”

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Deville first signed with WWE in 2015, following her time on Tough Enough. Over the years, she transitioned from in-ring competitor to an on-screen authority figure before capturing the WWE Women’s Tag Team Championship alongside Chelsea Green in July 2023. However, her title reign was cut short when she tore her ACL, an injury that ultimately kept her out of action for most of her WWE run near it’s end.

Now that she’s officially leaving the company, speculation is already heating up about her next move. With her MMA background, mic skills, and mainstream appeal, Deville could easily be a fit for AEW, TNA, or even a return to MMA. There’s also talk of her pursuing opportunities in Hollywood, considering her past involvement in reality TV and advocacy work.

One thing is certain—Deville isn’t disappearing. Whether it’s wrestling, acting, or something completely unexpected, she’s making it clear that her next chapter is just beginning.

Do you think Sonya Deville will continue her wrestling career, or is she about to make a big move outside the ring? Drop your thoughts in the comments!

Steve Carrier is the founder of Ringside News and has been reporting on pro wrestling since 1997. His stories have been featured on TMZ, Forbes, Bleacher Report, and more.

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