Sasha Banks Releases Statement Regarding Sammy Guevara

A rape comment Sammy Guevara made about Sasha Banks in 2016 resurfaced on social media, leading to Guevara being suspended without pay until further notice by AEW.

Guevara tweeted a public apology as well as one directed at Banks. He also reached out to Banks to personally apologize, and Banks would later post the following statement on Twitter regarding their discussion:

“Earlier I spoke with Sammy, he apologized and we had an open discussion. Words like the comments he made, jokingly or not, have absolutely no place in our society! I don’t condone or tolerate this kind of behavior. What one thinks is just a side comment can have a massive impact on someone else’s life, and can send the wrong message. We have to hold ourselves accountable for our actions and the words we say, and I hope this situation shows him that. I hope from this point on, in order for growth and change within our community to take place, we all can continue to have these conversations. No person, man, woman or child, should ever be subjected to a feeling of fear, or any unsafe environment. We all have to do better not just for ourselves, but for generations to come.”

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— $asha Banks (@SashaBanksWWE) June 22, 2020

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— All Elite Wrestling (@AEWrestling) June 22, 2020

I’ve made stupid, inappropriate and extremely offensive comments in my past. In my idiotic mind, I thought I was being funny in using words and terms that represent nothing but horror and pain. I am truly sorry for my hurtful words and actions, and I will never forgive myself.

— sammy guevara (@sammyguevara) June 22, 2020

I also want to apologize to @sashabankswwe for my unacceptable comments. She’s an amazing person who didn’t deserve to be the brunt of my offensive remarks. I spoke with her earlier & she helped me learn a gigantic lesson & I thank her for that. Once again, I’m sincerely sorry.

— sammy guevara (@sammyguevara) June 22, 2020