🔥 “Never Meet Your Heroes?” Roxanne Perez Shatters Kayfabe to Praise CM Punk & AJ Lee in Heartwarming Reveal
CM Punk and AJ Lee’s WWE reunion earlier this year didn’t just excite fans—it clearly meant the world to one rising WWE star. Roxanne Perez, one of WWE’s most intense on-screen heels, recently did something rare: she dropped her villain persona to speak from the heart about the two people she considers her biggest wrestling inspirations—CM Punk and AJ Lee.
Roxanne Perez Calls Punk & AJ Lee Her Wrestling “Family”
In a new interview with Going Ringside, Perez opened up about growing up watching Punk and AJ Lee’s legendary storylines and how surreal it feels to now have them backstage as mentors.
According to Perez, the real-life couple isn’t just iconic—they’re approachable, supportive, and always willing to help.
“The storylines they created were some of my favorite to watch growing up,” Perez said. “To now have them there, and for them to be people I can turn to for advice or help… they’re amazing.”
She went on to deliver one of the most wholesome quotes fans didn’t expect from a heel:
“I thank them all the time for making the quote ‘never meet your hero’ so untrue. They’re just awesome to be around.”
From Idol to In-Ring Moment With CM Punk
Perez’s admiration even crossed into WWE canon earlier this year. At a WWE live event in August 2025, she shared the ring with CM Punk—and shockingly attacked him with her Pop Rox finisher while aiding Judgment Day’s Dominik Mysterio.
The moment blended storyline chaos with real-life emotion, making it one of the most talked-about live event spots of the year.
The Internet Loved AJ Lee’s Perfect Response
After the attack, Perez playfully tagged AJ Lee on social media with:
“Hi mom @TheAJMendez”
AJ Lee’s response instantly won over fans:
“My daughter has never done a single thing wrong in her entire life.”
A Rare Look Behind the Curtain
While Roxanne Perez may be ruthless on WWE television, moments like this remind fans that behind the character is a lifelong wrestling fan living her dream—guided by the very legends who inspired her journey.
With CM Punk and AJ Lee now back in the WWE fold, don’t be surprised if Perez’s star continues to rise even faster. 👀🔥
