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WWE released dozens of talent last week in the midst of a global pandemic, and one of the most surprising names on the list was senior referee Mike Chioda. He worked for WWE for 30+ years and was part of some of the biggest moments in the company’s history, such as officiating the main event of WrestleMania 28 between The Rock and John Cena.
In the aftermath of his release, Chioda has now tweeted his gratitude towards WWE, his co-workers, and the fans:
I Want To Say Thanks To the WWE & To All My AMAZING WWE FANS & Universe! 35yrs & 31yrs Refereeing Working for the WWE has been a FANTASTIC RUN!! I Am So PROUD to have Worked with So Many ICONS & AMAZING TALENT IN THIS INDUSTRY!! I THANK YOU ALL!! 1Luv! Mike Chioda @WWE
— Mike Chioda (@MjcChioda) April 22, 2020
A Very Special Thanks To All My WWE Co-Workers & WWE FANS for Reaching out to Me! I Really Appreciate The RESPECT & KIND WORDS FROM EVERYONE!! During these Unprecedented times in our lives. Everyone & There Families B Safe & God Bless!! @WWE
— Mike Chioda (@MjcChioda) April 22, 2020
It’s a classy response from Chioda, who leaves any negativity of the situation out of his tweets and instead reflects back on how proud he is of his work throughout his WWE career.