Steve Maclin is making it clear that his TNA exit was his call. After TNA announced his release alongside Myla Grace, the former TNA World Champion jumped online and said he had already asked out of the company.
TNA announced on June 7, 2026 that Maclin and Grace had both been released, effective immediately. The company kept the statement short, saying, “TNA Wrestling has come to terms on the release of Steve Maclin and Myla Grace, effective immediately. We wish them the best in their future endeavors.”
Maclin’s name being included raised eyebrows right away because he had been a major player in TNA, including a run as TNA World Champion. After the news broke, Maclin addressed the situation himself and confirmed that he requested his release last week.
“Last week I requested my release from TNA. I put my blood, sweat, and tears into everything I’ve done over the last 5 years and I’ll always be thankful for my time there. But now, it’s time to STACK BODIES. See you soon.”
That lines up with earlier context around Maclin’s situation. It was reported that Maclin had been outspoken, both privately and publicly, about frustrations with TNA’s creative direction dating back to last year. He was also said to be among talent who did not believe things had improved creatively since the move to AMC.
Pay scale has also been discussed internally as an issue in TNA. Many talent are not on full-time salaried deals, and several contracts have moved toward shorter-term agreements, even after the AMC debut.
Myla Grace’s departure had already been expected after it was reported on June 4 that she requested her release and TNA granted it. There was said to be no heat between Grace and the company. Maclin’s exit was the bigger surprise, but his own statement now confirms that he asked out as well.
Maclin is now officially done with TNA after five years with the company. Based on his message, he is thankful for the run, but he is already looking ahead to whatever comes next.
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