Kayla Braxton sends emotional message ahead of final WWE appearance

WWE is returning to The World's Most Famous Arena for a loaded SmackDown episode tonight. However, this will be a heartbreaking show for some as Kayla Braxton is finishing up with the company. She has just issued an emotional reminder to her fans.

Braxton joined World Wrestling Entertainment in October 2016 but recently announced that she is finishing up with WWE at tonight's SmackDown from Madison Square Garden in New York City. She has denied rumors of having secret talks with AEW and then had an awkward exchange with another wrestling star.

Braxton took to X this afternoon to issue an emotional message to her fans. The 33-year-old reminded everyone that this would be her final appearance for the company.

"[face holding back tears emoji] For the final time ... I'll see you tonight on #SmackDown," Kayla Braxton wrote.

Braxton has not confirmed what she has planned for the future. While there have been rumors of a potential job with AEW, she has indicated an exit from pro wrestling.

WWE SmackDown updated the lineup for tonight

Tonight's WWE SmackDown will see officials confirm three more superstars for the upcoming Money in the Bank matches. The show will air live on FOX from Madison Square Garden in New York City.

Two women's qualifiers will take place tonight: Tiffany Stratton vs. Jade Cargill vs. Candice LeRae and Blair Davenport vs. Indi Hartwell vs. Naomi. The winners will join IYO SKY, Lyra Valkyria, and Chelsea Green in the MITB Ladder Match on July 6.

The only men's qualifier set for SmackDown is LA Knight vs. Logan Paul vs. Santos Escobar. Tonight's winner will join Jey Uso, Andrade, Chad Gable, and Carmelo Hayes as confirmed entrants.

The final women's MITB spot will be decided on Monday's RAW, with either Zoey Stark, Ivy Nile, or Dakota Kai advancing. The final men's spot will also be determined on RAW after Ilja Dragunov vs. Drew McIntyre vs. Sheamus.

WWE has also announced The Bloodline Acknowledgment Ceremony for tonight's SmackDown. Solo Sikoa, Tama Tonga, Tonga Loa, Jacob Fatu, and Paul Heyman are all advertised to appear.