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Time of India
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Lilian Garcia is back! WWE legend to announce Evolution 2 in Atlanta
Lilian Garcia (Image via WWE) There are some voices in WWE that instantly take you back to a big moment, and Lilian Garcia is one of them. Her voice has always added something special to WWE events. Though she has stepped back from full-time announcing, her presence still brings back that feeling of magic. And now, ahead of one of the most important weekends in WWE's calendar, Lilian is officially returning. She has confirmed that she will announce at Evolution 2, the highly awaited all-women's premium live event, just like she did for the first one. For Lilian, this return is about pride, celebration, and continuing the story she helped start years ago. Lilian Garcia celebrates women's wrestling at Evolution 2 Garcia made the announcement on Instagram , sharing her excitement with fans around the world. And it was not just any post, it was full of pride, emotion, and love for how far the women's division has come. 'THIS IS IT!!! @WWE EVOLUTION happening this Sunday!!! I was fortunate enough to be the announcer for the 1st ever Evolution so now to be able to announce the 2nd one as well and continue to celebrate the progression of where this industry has evolved to along side these incredible women is such an honor!!! 🙌🏼' Lilian Garcia was the voice behind the original Evolution in 2018, WWE's first-ever all-women's premium live event. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo That night was emotional, groundbreaking, and a turning point for women in sports entertainment. To return for the sequel in 2025, Garcia sees it as more than just a job. It's a celebration of passion and perseverance. Lilian Garcia is proud of her journey Lilian did not stop there. In her post, she reminded everyone, fans and performers alike, that reaching this stage takes more than just talent. It takes dedication. 'It all starts with hard work! …for ALL of us!! We dedicate hours to our craft. It's not easy but it's definitely worth it!!' That message hits deep, especially for someone like Garcia who has spent decades building her career in a male-dominated industry. Her return is a reminder that the voice behind the action is just as powerful as those inside the ring. Lilian Garcia (Image via WWE) Fans will also hear her on Saturday Night's Main Event, the night before Evolution. That show will be headlined by Goldberg's final match against Gunther, making it one of the biggest weekends of the year. 'See you Saturday for @wwe Saturday Night's Main Event and then Sunday for Evolution!! One hot weekend in Hotlanta, GA!!! 😁🔥' Lilian was also the announcer for the WWE x AAA: Worlds Collide event recently, so her presence at Evolution 2 isn't a surprise, but it's still incredibly special. As Evolution 2 takes over State Farm Arena this Sunday, the women of WWE will shine once again. And with Lilian Garcia's iconic voice introducing them, the moment will feel even bigger. Also Read: Lilian Garcia Net Worth 2024: Current WWE Salary, Contract Status and mor Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
Newsweek
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
WWE Veteran Returning for Saturday Night's Main Event
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Longtime WWE ring announcer Lilian Garcia recently took to Instagram to announce that she will be returning to the company after officially stepping away in March. More Pro Wrestling: Recently Released Superstar Working With WWE Again "9 more days until I'm back on the mic inside a wrestling ring in front of the best fans in the world!" Garcia posted. "Saturday Night's Main Event can't on [NBC and Peacock] can't get here soon enough!! Let's gooooo!!" Garcia began her career as a singer before joining WWE as a ring announcer in 1999, making her debut on the Aug. 23, 1999, episode of RAW. Garcia would be involved in multiple angles during her first tenure with the company, including storylines with Jeff Jarrett, Viscera, and Stone Cold Steve Austin. Her first stint with WWE ended in 2009. SEATTLE, WA - JUNE 28: (L-R) Charlotte Flair, Lilian Garcia and Bayley of WWE pose for a photo during ACE Comic Con at Century Link Field Event Center on June 28, 2019 in Seattle, Washington. SEATTLE, WA - JUNE 28: (L-R) Charlotte Flair, Lilian Garcia and Bayley of WWE pose for a photo during ACE Comic Con at Century Link Field Event Center on June 28, 2019 in Seattle, returned to WWE in 2011, this time announcing for SmackDown and Main Event as well as various pay-per-views. She would leave the company again in 2016. After announcing for the Professional Fighters League and making sporadic appearances for WWE, Garcia returned full time to RAW to replace Samantha Irvin in 2024. More Pro Wrestling: WWE Superstar Undergoes Dramatic Character Change Garcia isn't the only WWE veteran who will be returning for the upcoming Saturday Night's Main Event. Former Superstar Tatanka announced on social media that he will be attending the event alongside his wife and sons. "Thanks to God Almighty and a big thank you to the #1 Sports Entertainment Company in The World, WWE!" Tatanka announced. "Next Saturday, May 24th, I will be attending WWE Saturday Night's Main Event LIVE with my wife Michelle and our 2 sons, Joseph and Jeremiah Chavis!" Tatanka wrestled professionally from 1990-2022, a majority of which was with WWE. While he never took home a championship, he won the Slammy Award for greediest wrestlers in 1994. More Pro Wrestling: Indie Wrestling Icon Matt Cardona Addresses WWE Return Currently, there are two matches planned for Saturday Night's Main Event. Jey Uso is set to defend the World Heavyweight Championship against Logan Paul. Also, CM Punk and Sami Zayn will join forces in a tag team match against Seth Rollins and Bron Breakker. More Pro Wrestling: Wrestling Legend Jim Ross Diagnosed With Cancer For more WWE and professional wrestling news, head on over to Newsweek Sports.
Yahoo
15-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Lilian Garcia Provides Major Update On Her Future With WWE
Lilian Garcia shared an update about her future with WWE following the March 14th episode of WWE SmackDown. Lilian Garcia had two stints with WWE before her October 2024 return, as she was with the company from 1999-2010 before she returned from 2011-2016. Aside from making some appearances here and there, Garcia did not fully return to WWE until she took Samantha Irvvin's place as the WWE RAW ring announcer in October. Garcia went on to move over to SmackDown in January. After she worked the March 14th episode of WWE SmackDown, Lilian Garcia took to Instagram to announce that Friday was her last night as the full-time WWE SmackDown ring announcer. However, she said that she would be remaining with the company. Specifically, she stated that she would be announcing for all WWE Saturday Night's Main Events, singing at some special events, and working on other show ideas. There is currently no word on who will replace Garcia as SmackDown's full-time ring announcer. WrestleZone will monitor the situation and provide more information as it becomes available. RELATED: The post Lilian Garcia Provides Major Update On Her Future With WWE appeared first on Wrestlezone.
