Who was Sara Lee? WWE condoles demise of 30-year-old former superstar

WWE put out a statement on its website and social media handles on Friday, mourning s demise of former superstar Sara Lee. Lee was a part of WWE for over a year and was winner of WWE Tough Eugh show. She was one of 13 finalists in sixth season of WWE Tough Eugh, which is a professional wrestling reality show. 

Despite facing scare of getting eliminated several times, Lee eventually won fan vote for show and was declared winner. In ir statement condoling loss of Sara, WWE mentioned all table achievements of her career. At same time, promotion also offered condolences to family members of Sara.

WWE's statement on Sara Lee

“WWE is sdened to learn of passing of Sara Lee. Born and raised in Hope Township, Michigan, Lee excelled in powerlifting before eventually joining sixth season of WWE's "Tough Eugh." Lee went on to win fan vote for "Tough Eugh" and serve as an inspiration to many in sports-entertainment world. WWE offers its heartfelt condolences to her family, friends and fans,” WWE’s statement re.

A closer look at Sara Lee's WWE career

After emerging as winner of WWE Tough Eugh, Sara was assigned to NXT brand of WWE, where she me her first appearance in a live event on January 16, 2016. Despite t being involved in any action, superstar was seen delivering an impressive heel promo. She me her in-ring debut with WWE on January 30, during a six-woman tag team match which also featured current NXT Women’s champion, Mandy Rose, at a live event.

Lee was released from her contract in 2016, with her final appearance being in a bout where she teamed up with current SmackDown women’s champion Liv Morgan. She returned to independent circuit following her exit from WWE and got married to former WWE star Wesley Blake (aka Cory James) on December 30, 2017.  development about Lee’s unfortunate demise was first shared by her mor Terri Lee in a Facebook post. 

“It is with heavy hearts we wanted to share that our Sara Weston has gone to be with Jesus. We are all in shock and arrangements are t complete. We ask that you respectfully let our family mourn. We all need prayers especially Cory and her children,” Terri said.