Did Tay Melo Leave AEW in 2026?
Tay Melo's future with AEW became uncertain in July 2026 when company president Tony Khan confirmed that she had requested her release following her June 6 match on AEW Collision.
Khan said he intended to grant her request, explaining that Melo wanted to step away from wrestling at the time. However, later reporting indicated that the final status of her release had not been publicly confirmed.
On September 4, 2026, Melo directly addressed retirement speculation after removing the word "wrestler" from her social media biography. She clarified that she had not retired.
As of October 2026, her next wrestling destination remains uncertain, but she has not announced the end of her in-ring career.
Tay Melo Instagram and Social Media
Tay maintains an Instagram account under @taymelo, where she shares family photographs, fitness updates, wrestling memories, and personal moments.
Her Instagram and X accounts also provide updates about her professional activities and appearances. She uses Linktree under @thetaymelo to organize her OnlyFans and other online destinations.
Her Instagram audience was estimated at approximately 607,000 followers in a third-party analytics listing from July 2026. Current follower totals and engagement rates have not been independently confirmed.
Tay Melo's Husband and Family
Tay Melo is married to American professional wrestler Sammy Guevara. The couple married on August 7, 2022, after becoming romantically involved during their time in AEW.
They welcomed their daughter, Luna Melo Guevara, in November 2023.
Motherhood became an important part of Tay's life outside wrestling, and she has shared parts of her experience balancing family responsibilities with professional training and entertainment.