Becky Lynch Balances WWE and Acting Roles

The former champion discusses managing her busy schedule between wrestling and Hollywood.

Apr. 16, 2026 at 8:12pm

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In an interview, Becky Lynch talked about the challenges of balancing her WWE commitments with her growing acting career. Lynch addressed the lighter WWE schedule this year, which has allowed her to take on projects like Star Trek: Starfleet Academy and Happy Gilmore 2 while still maintaining her wrestling duties. She acknowledged the difficulty of finding true balance but said the reduced travel has made it more manageable week-to-week.

Why it matters

As top WWE stars take on more outside projects, the company must adapt its schedule to accommodate their talents' expanding responsibilities. Lynch's experience provides insight into how elite performers are navigating the demands of both the wrestling ring and the silver screen.

The details

Lynch said the lighter WWE schedule this year, with only one day of TV tapings per week and fewer live events, has helped her manage the workload of her acting roles. However, she acknowledged that earlier in the year the schedule was 'insane' with a European tour, filming for Star Trek, and a trip to Saudi Arabia all packed in. Overall, Lynch said she tries to 'wedge in' the acting work when she can, noting the importance of getting enough sleep to maintain her performance in both arenas.

  • Earlier this year, Lynch had a packed schedule with a European tour, filming for Star Trek, and a trip to Saudi Arabia.
  • Lynch will face AJ Lee for the WWE Women's Intercontinental Championship at WrestleMania 42 in Las Vegas.

The players

Becky Lynch

A former WWE Women's Champion who has balanced her wrestling career with a growing acting resume, including roles in Star Trek: Starfleet Academy and Happy Gilmore 2.

Seth Rollins

Lynch's real-life partner, whose recent injury was kept secret by the couple.

AJ Lee

A former WWE Divas Champion who will face Lynch for the WWE Women's Intercontinental Championship at WrestleMania 42.

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What they’re saying

“I don't know that there is balance. Is there ever balance? I think the schedule now helps a lot. We do TV one day a week, we don't have the live events that we used to.”

— Becky Lynch, Wrestler

“The beginning of this year was insane. We had a European tour. I was also filming Star Trek. We had Saudi Arabia, so that was pretty intense.”

— Becky Lynch, Wrestler

What’s next

Lynch will face AJ Lee for the WWE Women's Intercontinental Championship at WrestleMania 42 in Las Vegas.

The takeaway

As top WWE stars like Becky Lynch take on more outside acting projects, the company must adapt its schedule to accommodate their talents' expanding responsibilities. Lynch's experience provides insight into how elite performers are navigating the demands of both the wrestling ring and the silver screen.