After more than two decades of competing inside the ring, it looks like Candice LeRae is preparing for the next phase of her WWE career — and this time, it’s happening behind the curtain.
According to a new report from Wrestling Observer Newsletter, LeRae has begun training to become a backstage producer. She’s reportedly already taken on producing duties for matches on WWE Main Event, marking a major transition from her long run as an active performer.
In recent months, LeRae’s on-screen role had shifted primarily to managing her husband, Johnny Gargano, alongside Tommaso Ciampa in their #DIY reunion. Despite the trio’s popularity, LeRae has struggled to maintain a steady in-ring presence, appearing in only a handful of matches on SmackDown throughout 2025.
This new direction puts her in good company, joining a growing list of former WWE competitors who have successfully transitioned into producing roles — including Molly Holly, Robert Roode, and Shane Helms, all of whom have played key parts in shaping the product fans see each week.
Before stepping into this new position, LeRae had still been active within the company, working select NXT live events and occasional Main Event tapings over the summer. She also made appearances at several of WWE’s biggest Premium Live Events this year, including the Royal Rumble, Elimination Chamber, and Evolution.
While her in-ring future remains uncertain, LeRae’s move backstage ensures her experience and knowledge will continue to impact WWE programming. Given her 22-year career on the independent scene and in WWE, she brings a veteran perspective that could help develop the next generation of women’s wrestling talent.
It’s not uncommon for performers to find a second career behind the scenes, and if LeRae’s history is any indication, she’ll approach producing with the same passion and professionalism that made her one of the most respected names in women’s wrestling.
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