Insight with Chris Van Vliet Sonya Deville: WWE Exit, Almost Shaving Her Head, Slapping Adam Pearce, Scary Home Invasion
Jul 24, 2025
Daria Rae Berenato, known as Sonya Deville, is a professional wrestler who has transitioned into acting and podcasting. In this captivating conversation, she opens up about her WWE contract not being renewed and the traumatic home invasion she experienced in 2020. Daria reflects on her time as a WWE General Manager and the wild moment of slapping Adam Pearce. She also discusses her mixed feelings about her SummerSlam match and shares insights into her upcoming acting roles, emphasizing resilience and personal growth through challenging times.
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Acceptance Brings Peace in Transition
- Daria realized she needed to embrace life's journey and accept its uncontrollable nature.
- This insight brought her peace during a pivotal life transition after WWE.
Bartender to WWE Star Story
- Daria was discovered while bartending and hosting an MMA podcast, leading to WWE Tough Enough.
- Though initially skeptical, she embraced wrestling after being invited to train and compete.
Surviving a Terrifying Home Invasion
- Daria Deville survived a terrifying home invasion and stalking incident involving a fan who broke into her house with harmful intent.
- Her prompt actions and the alarm system helped save her and Mandy Rose, leading to the attacker’s arrest and 15-year sentence.
