12 Wrestlers Who Mysteriously VANISHED

12. Davey Boy Smith Jr.

In terms of strange WWE returns, few top the case of Davey Boy Smith Jr.

In July 2021, WWE proudly announced his re-signing. He even worked a dark match before SmackDown, seemingly setting the stage for a long-awaited return to TV. With his family legacy and international experience, it felt like a no-brainer. But then… nothing.

Four months later, WWE quietly released him—without a single televised appearance. Fans were left scratching their heads. Why bring him back at all? According to Smith himself, there were plans in place. He was set to be rebranded as “The Stampede Stud,” a nod to his roots and a potential fresh start. But those plans never made it past the drawing board.

It’s one of the most bizarre vanishing acts in recent WWE history: a return that technically happened, but never really happened. Davey Boy Smith Jr. was back—until he wasn’t.