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Several members of the WWE roster are stating that the company sent an internal memo confirming a positive COVID-19 case within the company.
According to Fightful, the memo, which was sent via WWE’s internal messaging app reportedly claims a person who is not an in-ring performer was diagnosed with COVID-19.
The person, who’s name was not mentioned last made contract with anyone at the WWE on March 26 at the Performance Center in Orlando, FL.
The following memo was shared among talent.
We have just been notified that (name redacted by Fightful) was diagnosed with COVID-19. WWE doctors spoke with (redacted) this morning and reported (they) last had contact with anyone at WWE on March 26 at the Performance Center. As you know, (redacted) is not an in-ring performer and we believe this matter is low-risk to you per the following chronology:
Those of you who were potentially exposed would be cleared for travel by the evening of Thursday, April 9 at the latest, since the last possible exposure to any WWE talent personnel should have been at least 14 days prior.
According to the memo, the person infected did provide consent to share their details, explaining they were feeling much better.
The person in question was tested for the virus after they and their roommate began experiencing symptoms.
Fightful spoke to multiple WWE representatives throughout week, and did not recieve confirmation or denial of the story
When speaking to members of the WWE team and roster, one stated they “would not dispute” the report.
Others on the roster reportedly had mixed emotions on the situation.
Others were unhappy with the work environment, while another stated they didn’t fear the illness and were willing to work as they need to work to justify their pay.
As more details are known, an update will be provided. This is a developing story, check back for updates throughout the day.