Alexa Bliss Health: Skin Cancer, WWE Absence & Comeback

When Alexa Bliss noticed a spot on her face that had “gotten worse,” she likely didn’t expect it would lead to a skin cancer diagnosis — but it did. The WWE star has since undergone treatment and declared herself “all clear.” Now fans are wondering what’s next for her career and personal life.

Ring name: Alexa Bliss ·
Real name: Lexi Kaufman ·
WWE debut: 2016 ·
Championships: First woman to win both Raw and SmackDown Women’s Championships ·
Current status: Active on SmackDown roster (as of 2024)

Five key facts, one pattern: every major life change for Bliss has been tied to her health and family, not a falling-out with WWE.

The data table below shows the official biographical details that are not in dispute.

The catch: Even basic biographical data has been mixed with fan speculation, so always check the source — like WWE’s official roster page or trusted news outlets.

What Condition Does Alexa Bliss Have?

Alexa Bliss skin cancer diagnosis details

In late March 2023, Bliss posted on social media that a biopsy had confirmed basal cell carcinoma — the most common form of skin cancer (People (celebrity-health news)). She added that the procedure had also found “other squamous cells” (Entertainment Tonight (pop-culture news)). Bliss underwent treatment at the American Skin Institute in Los Angeles (Us Weekly (celebrity news)). She later described the procedure as “quick and easy.”

How Alexa Bliss announced her condition

“Dear younger me, you should have stayed out of tanning beds.”

— Alexa Bliss, via Instagram post (Us Weekly)

She also thanked followers for their support and said she was glad she always gets her skin checked (Us Weekly). A follow-up post confirmed she was “all clear now” (New York Post (tabloid-news)).

The implication: By sharing her experience, Bliss turned a private health scare into a public service announcement about regular dermatology checks.

What Has Happened to Alexa Bliss?

Alexa Bliss WWE absence timeline

Bliss’s last WWE match was at the 2023 Royal Rumble, where she faced Bianca Belair (iHeart (radio-news)). After that event, she stopped appearing on television. On March 10, 2023, she denied being on a hiatus (iHeart), but the skin-cancer disclosure that same month offered a medical reason for her absence (New York Post).

Reasons for her hiatus

Later reporting in 2024 connected her continued absence to post-pregnancy recovery, including preeclampsia and other postpartum complications, rather than solely the earlier skin-cancer issue (Sports Illustrated (sports journalism)). Bliss gave birth to her son in 2024, balancing motherhood with her health journey.

What this means: The combination of cancer treatment and postpartum recovery, not any single factor, kept Bliss off WWE television for nearly two years.

Alexa Bliss Personal Life: Husband, Baby, and Family

Who is Alexa Bliss married to?

Bliss married singer-songwriter Ryan Cabrera in 2022 (People). The couple had a private ceremony and frequently share family moments on social media.

Does Alexa Bliss have a baby?

Yes, she has a son born in 2024 (Sports Illustrated). Bliss has described motherhood as a transformative experience, but she has not disclosed the baby’s name or birth month publicly.

Alexa Bliss family background

Her real name is Lexi Kaufman, and she was born on August 9, 1991, in Columbus, Ohio (Wikipedia (user-edited encyclopedia)). She was a cheerleader and gymnast before entering professional wrestling.

The pattern: Every personal milestone — marriage, childbirth — has occurred during or just after her WWE absence, making her comeback timing uncertain.

Quick Facts About Alexa Bliss

Alexa Bliss height

She stands 5 ft 1 in (1.55 m) (WWE.com (official roster page)).

Alexa Bliss age

As of 2025, she is 33 years old, having been born on August 9, 1991 (Wikipedia).

Alexa Bliss Instagram presence

Bliss is active on Instagram and TikTok, where she shares training clips, family photos, and occasional health updates. Her verified account has millions of followers.

The catch: Despite her social media activity, she has not posted any direct confirmation about her WWE return date.

Timeline of Key Events

• 2016 — Alexa Bliss debuts on WWE main roster (Wikipedia)
• January 2023 — Last WWE match at Royal Rumble (iHeart)
• March 2023 — Skin cancer diagnosis and surgery (Us Weekly)
• 2024 — Birth of her first child (Sports Illustrated)

The pattern: Each major event (Royal Rumble, cancer surgery, childbirth) occurred in sequence, yet the full picture still has gaps — the exact interplay between health and contract status remains unconfirmed.

What We Know vs. What’s Still a Rumor

Confirmed facts

• Basal cell carcinoma diagnosis and successful treatment (People)
• Marriage to Ryan Cabrera (People)
• Birth of a son in 2024 (Sports Illustrated)

What’s still unclear

• Exact return date to WWE
• Specific type of skin cancer beyond basal cell (presence of squamous cells noted but not specified)
• Whether her absence is fully due to health or also contract-related

The takeaway: The confirmed facts outnumber the speculation, but the biggest unknown — her return to the ring — remains unresolved.

Quotes from Bliss and Medical Sources

“I’m all clear now and so grateful for the support.”

— Alexa Bliss, Instagram post (New York Post)

“Basal cell carcinoma is highly treatable when caught early — regular skin checks are the best defense.”

— American Skin Institute (treating facility, Us Weekly)

“Dear younger me, you should have stayed out of tanning beds.”

— Alexa Bliss, Instagram post (Us Weekly)

Bliss’s story is one of resilience: she faced a cancer diagnosis, became a mother, and navigated a career hiatus — all while staying connected with her fans. For the WWE Universe, the hope is to see her back in the ring, but the priority is her health and family.

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