Mercedes Mone, formerly known as Sasha Banks in WWE, has revealed her close collaboration with her ‘personal writer’ for All Elite Wrestling (AEW) storylines.
A New Chapter in AEW
After departing WWE in 2022, Mercedes Mone of course joined AEW, WWE’s biggest competitor, marking a significant transition in her career.
Mone has always been vocal about her desire for creative freedom and storytelling depth, two elements that she felt were lacking in her previous role as she notes in a new piece for the UK’s Independent.
The Role of Jennifer Pepperman
In AEW, Mone has found a new creative partner in Jennifer Pepperman, whom she describes as her ‘personal writer.’ Together with AEW’s Tony Khan, Pepperman and Mone have the opportunity to collaborate closely on developing her storylines.
This partnership allows Mone to have more control over her narrative in All Elite, a stark contrast to her experiences in WWE, where wrestlers often have little input into their storylines.
Creative Freedom and Respect in AEW
Mone has emphasized the creative freedom she enjoys in AEW, stating that her opinions and ideas are valued. “Here, I have space to be heard.”
The collaboration with Jennifer Pepperman appears to be crucial to this creative exploration, allowing Mone to bring her vision to life.