A Legend Returns: Why Victoria's WWE Survivor Series Appearance is Perfect Timing

Victoria (real name Lisa Marie Varon), one of the most respected figures of her era, has announced that she has been invited back to a very special event: Survivor Series, which will take place this year on November 29 in California, Victoria's home state. The invitation comes as the event will mark the 23rd anniversary of a monumental moment in Victoria's career -winning her first WWE Women's Championship- which is a perfect opportunity to celebrate a Hall of Fame-worthy career.

Victoria's invitation to Survivor Series is part of a larger, ongoing relationship with WWE. Last year, she signed a Nostalgic contract with the company, which she announced via X (Twitter) while at Appalachian Wireless Arena in Pikeville, Kentucky, where she made an appearance for a Meet & Greet as a part of the pre-show for the 8/31 Ohio Valley Wrestling Fight Night event.

💥 ANNOUNCEMENT 💥

Here it is, my big announcement! Earlier this week I signed a WWE Nostalgic contract. I am so excited and honored that @wwe reached out to me about this! It's a true honor to be part of the WWE Universe again. This doesn't mean I will be hopping back into the… pic.twitter.com/YtPRQFvE7a

— Lisa Marie Varon (@REALLiSAMARiE) September 1, 2024

Victoria's Nostalgic deal includes video games and merchandise, and just before Survivor Series, she will be included in the newest WWE video game, WWE 2K25, as part of the "Attitude Era Superstars Pack" DLC, which is scheduled to be released in September. This return to digital media, combined with Victoria's upcoming appearance at a Big Four PLE, demonstrates how WWE is investing in its past to build excitement for its future.

Victoria is a two-time WWE Women's Champion, and her career spanned almost two decades, leaving a mark on the pro-wrestling industry with her very impressive toughness, wrestling skills, aggressiveness, and athleticism. As a member of the WWE family, Victoria adds a touch of nostalgia and excitement to the company that is appreciated by WWE Universe members of all ages.

Victoria's in-ring career began in the early 2000s, wrestling in the Kentucky-based Ohio Valley Wrestling, the California-based Ultimate Pro Wrestling, the Ohio-based Heartland Wrestling Association, the Memphis-based Power Pro Wrestling, and Memphis Championship Wrestling, promotions that were being used by WWE in a developmental capacity. After honing her skills, Victoria began wrestling on WWE-TV in September 2002, and she won her first WWE Women's Championship only two months later at Survivor Series in a hard-fought, "Hardcore" match, which was the first-ever hardcore-style match for the championship.

Throughout her career, Victoria has faced fellow legends of the ring such as Trish Stratus and Lita, and has also been in the ring against the newer generation of WWE Superstars, as she was a surprise Royal Rumble entrant at Royal Rumble 2021.

An appearance at Survivor Series is a great way to honor Victoria's legacy. It not only recognizes her historic title win but also allows a new generation of fans to experience her presence on a major stage, as a popular WWE Legend who has made a lasting impact on women's wrestling.

This series of events -from the Nostalgic contract and her involvement in WWE 2K25 to an upcoming in-person return at the same PLE where she made history- showcases a smart strategy by WWE to recognize its history and help keep Legends visible across multiple platforms.