Hours after the tragedy, Raine reshared a comedian’s quote on Instagram: “If you want people to have kind words when you pass, you should say kind things when you’re alive.” Though Kirk was not named, the timing made the connection clear. Raine later reinforced the post on Twitter, writing, “And I’ll stand behind this. Be kind, now more than ever.”

The reaction was swift. Social media users accused her of insensitivity, and some demanded WWE terminate her contract. Hashtags calling for her firing trended, while memes mocking both her and her father went viral.

The controversy placed WWE in a difficult position. Known for avoiding political disputes, the company has not issued a statement