Former WWE Performance Center recruit and ex-volleyball athlete Alexis Lete recently accused former WWE star Cora Jade (now wrestling as Elayna Black) of bullying during their time together at WWE’s developmental system. Lete made these claims during a revealing interview on the That One Time podcast with Adam Metwally, leading to a swift and pointed response from Jade via social media[1][2][3].

Alexis Lete Alleges Bullying by Cora Jade at WWE Performance Center

Alexis Lete, who signed with WWE in August 2022 and was released just over a year later, described her brief WWE developmental tenure as difficult due to interpersonal conflicts. On the That One Time podcast, Lete expressed her impression that Cora Jade, a fellow recruit and established NXT talent at the time, was among her primary antagonists. She stated that Jade was “really mean” and one of her “main bullies” in the Performance Center locker room[3].

Lete recounted a particular incident where Jade pressured her to delete a TikTok video. The video showed aspects of training sessions and fight planning, which Jade claimed was exposing WWE’s business practices. Lete refused, arguing the video did not reveal kayfabe or sensitive information but rather showed behind-the-scenes collaboration. According to Lete, this disagreement highlighted the friction between them and contributed to a hostile environment during her developmental run[3].

Additionally, Lete contrasted her interactions with Jade to those with Roxanne Perez, calling Perez “such a sweet human” who helped her with moves, while painting a picture of Jade as cold and dismissive. She accused Jade of failing to introduce herself to newcomers, refusing to help trainees after sessions, and generally contributing to an uncomfortable atmosphere at the Performance Center[3].

Cora Jade’s Firm Response: Denies Bullying, Points to Lete’s Behavior

In response to Lete’s allegations, Cora Jade, now competing under the name Elayna Black, issued a detailed rebuttal on Twitter/X. She framed Lete’s account as misrepresenting the truth and depicted herself as attempting to help Lete navigate backstage heat rather than bully her[1][2].

Jade wrote, “I shouldn’t be giving this girl an ounce more of my energy but this will be the one and only time I speak on this and if you know you know- This girl came into the PC and immediately had heat with everyone for being disrespectful on more than one occasion.” She added that she reached out to Lete via text in an effort to prevent trouble, citing that Lete was already having backstage issues, some reaching the main roster level even before her debut match.

According to Jade, Lete responded rudely to her outreach, telling her to “f*ck off” and continuing to accrue backstage friction. Jade claimed it was only after intervention from multiple main roster talents that Lete apologized to her. Jade pledged to post screenshots as evidence of her intent to help. She emphasized that her statements were not meant to escalate drama but to clear misinformation[1][2].

Industry Reactions and Context

This dispute comes amid ongoing scrutiny of backstage culture in WWE’s developmental system, where newcomers often face challenges integrating into tightly knit locker rooms. The allegations from Lete align with a broader pattern of wrestlers speaking out about locker room dynamics, but Jade’s public defense underscores how perspectives can sharply diverge.

Notably, Lete reportedly had tensions not only with Jade but also with Roxanne Perez, who Lete described positively despite Perez being close to Jade during their shared developmental time. This nuance suggests Lete’s issues were not exclusively personal but might reflect deeper friction about culture and conduct at the Performance Center[3].

Background on Both Talents

• Alexis Lete: Before joining WWE, Lete was a model, social media personality, and collegiate volleyball player. She trained at the WWE Performance Center in 2022 but was released in September 2023 without making a televised debut[3].

• Cora Jade / Elayna Black: Debuted in WWE NXT after extensive PC training and gained a reputation as a promising young talent. Following her WWE tenure, which included notable storylines and acclaim, she adopted the Elayna Black persona on the independent scene in 2024, continuing her wrestling career successfully[1].

Sources Close to the Situation

According to sources close to the WWE locker room and industry insiders who have spoken with both parties, the situation has been tense but reflects the usual growing pains of new recruits adjusting to professional wrestling’s unique backstage environment. “Locker room chemistry can be tough, especially when personalities clash and expectations are high,” one insider told Fightful. “Both Elayna and Alexis are young and ambitious, and sometimes conflicts explode publicly when tensions build behind closed doors.”[3]

What’s Next?

Cora Jade appears intent on moving forward without further public engagement on these accusations, having emphasized her last public word on the matter. Meanwhile, Alexis Lete’s interview remains a notable example of the challenges some recruits face entering WWE’s structured system, raising questions about culture and mentorship in the Performance Center.

As Elayna Black continues her post-WWE career, observers will watch to see if any further dialogue emerges. For now, wrestling fans and insiders alike are reminded of the complexities woven into wrestling careers beyond the ring.

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This article draws on statements from Cora Jade’s social media, Alexis Lete’s interview on the That One Time podcast, and reports from Fightful, Ringside News, and PWMania as of August 21, 2025.