WWE Superstar Cruz Montana Discusses Rehab Struggles and His Rise to Main Roster

WWE Superstar Cruz Montana has spoken openly about the hardships that preceded his debut on WWE’s main roster. The rising athlete made a surprise appearance on Monday Night RAW, joining Royce Keys’ 946 faction as its newest member.

His ascent to the main roster was unexpected. WWE officials in NXT were reportedly unaware of the move, and Montana had been slated to continue as a baby‑face in NXT. His character work emphasized a heroic persona right up to his RAW debut.

Cruz Montana Reflects on the Challenges He Faced Before Reaching WWE’s Main Roster

After his main‑roster debut, Montana shared an emotional Instagram post detailing his wrestling journey and personal battles. He disclosed that he spent time in rehab three and a half years ago, describing that period as his “darkest point.” He credited his daughter as the catalyst that motivated him to rebuild his life.

In his post he wrote, “What a week it’s been… For the first time since last Monday, I’ve had the chance to sit with myself, process, and take everything in. If you would’ve told me 3 and a half years ago, while I was sitting in rehab trying to figure my life out, at its darkest point, that I’d be where I am today, I would’ve told you to fck off…But at the same time, If there’s one thing I knew about myself. It’s that I’ve been blessed with the ability to use my pain and struggles to paint. And God, what an amazing picture I’ve painted the last few years.”

He continued, “I knew when I got back into the game, I needed to change everything up and force growth. The only way to do that was to leave my comfort zone and face the fears and uncertainties that were waiting for me. I had such an overwhelming belief in myself that I couldn’t just bury it away. I was given a 2nd chance at life and I knew that I was going to make the absolute best of it.”

“My daughter saved my life and my way to repay her was to give her a front‑row seat to watching her papi rebuild himself in every single way. She watched me go from rock bottom to some of the highest mountain tops. I wouldn’t have it any other way. I say all that, to say this, BELIEVE IN YOURSELF. TRUST YOURSELF. BET ON YOURSELF.”

“No one is going to get you where you want to go other than YOU. I’m living proof everyday that anything is possible WHEN YOU PUT IN THE WORK. A poor Puerto Rican Kid from the projects, who had a dream and the drive to CHASE IT. THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO BELIEVED AND TOOK THIS RIDE WITH ME.”

Montana later aided 946 in an attack on Roman Reigns and The Bloodline, giving the group a numerical advantage. Jacob Fatu’s return helped balance the sides on RAW, and the two factions are set to clash in a WarGames match at Survivor Series.

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