Elayna Black, previously known to WWE fans as Cora Jade, has reportedly earned more money in the past month than any other female professional wrestler—a feat largely credited to her burgeoning OnlyFans venture. Since her release from WWE earlier this year, Black has leveraged her growing personal brand to achieve remarkable financial success outside the traditional wrestling circuits.

Following her WWE release in May 2025, Elayna Black wasted no time capitalizing on her popularity. After abiding by a 30-day non-compete clause, she launched an OnlyFans subscription service on June 2, offering exclusive photos, videos, and behind-the-scenes content for $15.99 per month. Her approach was strategic: flipping the narrative imposed during her WWE tenure by controlling her image and monetizing it directly with her fans rather than through the wrestling company’s lens.

On the well-known “Going Ringside” podcast, Black hinted at the platform’s financial benefits without disclosing exact figures: “It has paid off, that’s all I’m going to say.” The response from fans and subscribers has been notably strong during her initial weeks on the platform[3].

Industry insiders suggest that her OnlyFans venture surpasses typical earnings seen in the women’s wrestling workforce. During a discussion on Wrestling Observer Radio, Dave Meltzer revealed that Black “probably made more money last month than any woman pro wrestler in the world, probably by a lot, because of OnlyFans.” Meltzer also noted the precedent set by Mandy Rose, another former WWE star, who turned her brand into a lucrative OnlyFans success story. According to Meltzer, the platform presents a financially savvy outlet for wrestlers with the right marketability to capitalize on the personalized content trend[2].

According to a WWE insider familiar with Black’s post-WWE endeavors, “Elayna’s shift toward OnlyFans is not just about dollars—it’s about taking ownership and asserting control over her career. She’s tapped an untapped market and is redefining what a female wrestling career can look like outside company constraints.”

Before launching OnlyFans, Elayna also signaled intentions to keep wrestling on the indie circuit open, teasing dream matches and interactions with promoters looking to book her. Yet, the emotional toll of the professional wrestling lifestyle appears to have prompted her to take a break. In late July 2025, Black announced on social media that she would be stepping away for the rest of the year, citing mental health as her primary concern[4].

The success of Elayna Black reflects a broader shift among recently released female wrestlers who are taking control of their careers by exploring avenues beyond live wrestling events and mainstream promotions. By monetizing their fanbase directly through subscription platforms like OnlyFans, these athletes find an alternative revenue stream while maintaining creative freedom.

This trend follows Mandy Rose’s path, who effectively turned her post-WWE fame into substantial wealth through OnlyFans. Sources close to the industry believe that more female wrestlers will join OnlyFans as a supplemental or even primary income source, especially when traditional wrestling bookings are less frequent or more restrictive[2].

Elayna’s social media statements have been unapologetic and empowering. Her interactions with fans range from playful jabs at critics to direct acknowledgments of the financial opportunities presented by her fanbase. She recently proclaimed, “It’s called being able to wrestle wherever I want and also now being able to profit off of you being creeps which you were going to do for free anyways!!! Get this, AT THE SAME TIME!”—a message that both teased her OnlyFans launch and asserted her newfound financial independence[1].

While her WWE chapter may have closed, Elayna Black’s career trajectory illustrates a compelling narrative of reinvention and control. With the industry’s evolving digital landscape, wrestlers like Black are pioneering new models for financial success beyond the squared circle.

For more updates on Elayna Black’s journey and the growing trend of wrestlers leveraging OnlyFans for income, stay tuned to our WWE news coverage.