AJ Lee Announces Toei Animation Feature Film Project

AJ Lee, the WWE star and filmmaker, announced a new collaboration with Toei Animation, the renowned Japanese studio behind classics like Dragon Ball Z and Sailor Moon, during her appearance on Stephanie McMahon's "What's Your Story?" podcast released on November 24.

Lee, who co-runs Scrappy Heart Productions with actress Aimee Garcia, shared that the pair are currently writing their second feature film for the studio. "We just wrote our second feature. I think I have permission to say it," Lee said. "I think this is the first time anyone's hearing this. So we're breaking news. Another example of manifestation. One of my favorite, I love anime so much. And so one of my favorite companies growing up was Toei. They did Sailor Moon and Dragon Ball Z. And like these things that raised me. And so we are writing a movie for Toei Animation. I think that's all I can say. But just such a dream come true to be in their office and see like all Dragon Ball Z figures everywhere."

The project marks a significant step for Scrappy Heart Productions, which the two Latina creators founded to promote diverse storytelling and stronger representation in media. Their mission focuses on elevating...