WWE legend missing in LA wildfires 'is safe' as she finally 'makes contact'

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WWE legend and three time women's champion Melina who was missing in the LA wildfires 'is safe' as she finally 'makes contact,' according to LGBT pro wrestling account on X

WWE Champion Melina has been confirmed safe after LA wildfire fears(Image: WWE)

Fans are breathing a sigh of relief after a former WWE women's Champion was confirmed safe after concerns for her life during the terrifying LA wildfires had left many fearing the worst.

LGBT pro wrestling account 'A Matter of Pride Wrestling' posted on X this evening to confirm Melina Perez has made contact. They said: "We’re relieved to share that Melina has made contact and is safe. We want to thank everyone for their concern, support, and outreach during this time. Your kindness and compassion means the world to us."

Fans have flocked to the replies to share their relief at the news.

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Fans were incredibly concerned after LGBT pro wrestling account announced she was missing yesterday(Image: Instagram/@realmelina)

One posted: "omg thank god!! been thinking about her since last night." Another commented: "Thank you so much for keeping ALL us fans updated @LGBTQwrestling So happy she’s ok".

The LGBT pro wrestling account told followers on X on Saturday that the three-time WWE Women's Champion had been "unresponsive" since the flames engulfed large parts of LA.

The wildfires, which have been raging for five days, are the city's worst ever and have claimed 16 lives so far. It is estimated around 900 structures have been damaged or destroyed, including the homes of many a-list celebs.

In their initial post, the account said: "We’re deeply concerned as WWE Legend Melina has been unresponsive amidst the troubling events unfolding in Los Angeles. If anyone has seen or heard from her, please report her safe."

The three-time champ has thankfully made contact to say she is safe(Image: WWE)

In her most recent post on Instagram, the two-time WWE Divas Champion shared details of a small-scale wrestling event she attended.

Melina was a special guest, alongside Santa Clause, at RCAW's Winter Warfare in Richmond, Indiana, in the post dated December 2, 2024. The comments section is now flooded with concerned fans.

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