Ridge Holland, a former talent from WWE’s NXT brand, has recently garnered support from various stars within the wrestling community. Following his public disclosures regarding his financial difficulties, Holland launched a GoFundMe campaign. This initiative has seen backing from prominent figures in WWE and AEW.
Support from Wrestling Stars
Holland’s GoFundMe campaign, aiming for $60,000, has attracted contributions from notable industry names. Among the donors are:
- Chelsea Green, the first WWE Women’s United States Champion
- Nick Jackson of The Young Bucks
- Kyle Fletcher, AEW TNT Champion
As of now, his campaign has raised over $4,000. The support reflects the solidarity within the wrestling community during challenging times.
Background on Ridge Holland’s Departure from WWE
In October, Ridge Holland announced that his WWE journey was coming to an abrupt end. This announcement followed his expression of financial hardship on social media, where he disclosed an inability to cover his mortgage. Holland’s comments led to backlash towards WWE, as he felt the organization had abandoned him, stating he was “hung out to dry.”
Holland’s time with WWE began in 2018, and he made his main roster debut in 2021. During his tenure, he was part of the Brawling Brutes faction, led by Sheamus. However, in late 2023, Holland was reassigned to the NXT developmental brand and reportedly faced a substantial pay cut, aligning his earnings with those of other NXT competitors.
The professional wrestling world continues to rally around Holland as he navigates this difficult phase in his career.
