Candice LeRae

Candice LeRae’s 2026 WWE SmackDown campaign continues the remarkable journey of “The Poison Pixie,” one of professional wrestling’s most accomplished independent circuit veterans. Her indie legacy remains unmatched—she is the only woman in PWG history to hold the PWG World Tag Team Championship.

In 2026, LeRae made her season debut at the **Royal Rumble** in January. Competing against 29 other elite competitors, Candice showcased her resilience and technical acumen. While she was unable to secure the win, her participation in such high-stakes matches keeps her at the forefront of the blue brand’s competitive landscape. Track her current standing on the WWE Roster page for complete season updates.

LeRae is a former inaugural **WWE Women’s Speed Champion**, a title specifically designed for fast-paced matches under five minutes. Her history in NXT as part of **The Way** and her reign as a Tag Team Champion with Indi Hartwell cement her status as one of WWE’s most versatile and dangerous technical specialists.

Candice LeRae’s wrestling style defies traditional expectations. Standing 5’2″, she built her reputation by proving that technical skill and fearless innovation could overcome size disadvantages. Her primary finisher, the Lion’s Roar (a swinging neckbreaker from the top rope), demonstrates her willingness to take high-risk offensive maneuvers that larger opponents typically avoid.

As a heel competitor, LeRae employs the Wicked Stepsister—an arm-trap figure-four curbstomp that targets the opponent’s head and neck with brutal precision. Her moveset also includes Ms. Garga-no-escape (a modified submission hold) and La Quebrada. Her technical foundation makes her one of SmackDown’s most unpredictable competitors. For comparisons with other WWE Superstars, visit the official WWE roster database.