Former NWA Women’s Champion Allysin Kay has withdrawn from an upcoming appearance after claiming the promoter of the show has defended a paedophile. The show named Thunder or Blunder is scheduled for July 31st, and Kay’s exact reason for withdrawal comes after she claims the promoted is defending convicted paedophile Joey Venom. Venom was convicted in 2007 with child molestation and, is registered as a “Sexually Violent Predator.”
Allysin Kay’s full statement for withdrawing, which she posted on her Twitter account is as follows:
“I hate being put in this position, but I am pulling out of “Thunder or Blunder” on 7/31 in Indianapolis. It’s been brought to my attention that the promoter is defending convicted paedophile Joey Venom. I gave him an opportunity to explain and he continued to defend him. He was offering a lot of money for a single booking and I know it would’ve led to more. It really sucks to turn that down when you’re hustling on the indies, but one of the few blessings of social media is that there are so many avenues to make money. Promoters do not control you. I felt I’d be doing a disservice if I pulled out of this silently. People deserve to know who they’ll be working for & where they’re spending money. This is also me saying to fellow wrestlers: If you’re uncomfortable for any reason, YOU DO NOT NEED THAT BOOKING.
I have a feeling this is going to happen more often now. It’s been a year since #SpeakingOut & so much was brought to light that I’m not even aware of all the stories. Creeps will do what they do best & try to CREEP back into the business, & their defenders will too. This is where we have to put our foot down if we want any real change. We can’t go back to how we were before, & that’s said knowing there’s still so much yet to be exposed. There is little justice in our legal system, but we CAN hold our own communities accountable. And we will.”
For what it’s worth, the promotion denied having any intentions to work with Joey Venom. They also praised Allysin Kay for her work as a wrestler.
For Anyone Wondering, Thunder OR Blunder Has Never Worked With Joey Venom &Has No Plans to do so AT ANYTIME. We Also Haven't Ever Shared Anything Related To him. He is Not Affiliated & NEVER HAS BEEN with Our Brand!
— Walt Beezy's THUNDER OR Blunder Official Account (@ThunderWrasslin) June 25, 2021
I can also tell you we've never asked people to work with him, we never bartered for him to be apart of ours or anybody else's show. This is A Truly Unfortunate situation. There's a Big difference between knowing some1 & giving them a job & promoting their work.
— Walt Beezy's THUNDER OR Blunder Official Account (@ThunderWrasslin) June 30, 2021
He is not booked,He is not invited as a guest He won't be on the premises💯 We can't change people's minds on how they personally feel. Never once on any of our
SocialMedia have we ever made a post defending his charges from 2007. He will never EVER be a part of ANYTHING we do❗— Walt Beezy's THUNDER OR Blunder Official Account (@ThunderWrasslin) June 30, 2021
We regret to Inform You, Allysin Kay Unfortunately Will NOT Be Appearing at Thunder Or Blunder: The Wrasslin Show on July 31st,2021💔 We're Sorry to Anyone who wanted to see her Wrestle that Day in Indianapolis. Nothing but Love&Respect for @Sienna 💯 Truly 1of The Greatest Ever!
— Walt Beezy's THUNDER OR Blunder Official Account (@ThunderWrasslin) June 29, 2021
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