Paige has opened up about one of the darkest chapters of her life during a recent interview released on April 23, 2026, offering a deeply personal look at her struggles following a widely publicized scandal.
Speaking on What’s Your Story? with Stephanie McMahon, Paige reflected on a period where everything seemed to unravel — a moment that nearly pushed her to a breaking point.
Paige details emotional breaking point after 2017 scandal
Paige recalled how the release of private videos in 2017 left her overwhelmed and humiliated.
She described being in a grocery store in San Antonio when the situation hit her all at once, forcing her to run outside and hide as the reality of the fallout set in.
At that point, she admitted she feared losing the support of her father — a thought that led her to consider ending her life. “I’m going to call my dad, and if my dad doesn’t accept me… I’m going to kill myself,” she said, explaining just how close she came to stepping out of the ring for good in the most permanent way.
Instead, her father responded with unexpected compassion. “It’s alright princess… everyone has a sex life,” he told her, even adding that she could “be famous like Kim Kardashian.” The remark caught Paige off guard but shifted her perspective in a crucial moment.
Looking back, Paige credited that conversation with saving her life. “He saved my life that day… that was the lowest I’ve ever been,” she said.
Her story also included her battle with substance abuse and the support system that helped her recover, including close friends and professional counseling arranged through WWE.
She described working with multiple therapists weekly as she worked through severe emotional trauma.
Paige’s candid reflection adds new depth to her journey — one that has seen her fight back from rock bottom and, much like a true comeback storyline, find her way back into the spotlight.
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