Lisa Marie Varon, known to WWE fans as Victoria, was one of the first female wrestlers to successfully transition from WWE to TNA Wrestling and continue building her legacy. After a strong run in WWE that included two Women’s Championship reigns and unforgettable rivalries with Trish Stratus and Lita, Varon left the company in 2009. Her departure wasn’t a fade into obscurity—it was a bold pivot. She reemerged in TNA under the ring name Tara, bringing her fierce persona, athleticism, and veteran credibility to a division that was just beginning to find its identity.
In TNA, Lisa Marie Varon helped elevate the Knockouts Division into one of the most respected women’s rosters in wrestling. She captured the Knockouts Championship five times and brought a level of intensity and storytelling that mirrored her WWE success while carving out a new chapter. Her feuds with Mickie James, Awesome Kong, and Madison Rayne showcased her versatility and helped legitimize TNA as a serious platform for female talent. Varon’s crossover success proved that women’s wrestling could thrive outside WWE—and she became a blueprint for future stars seeking creative freedom and career longevity.
