Tenille Dashwood (born 1 March 1989) is an Australian professional wrestler who has performed under the ring names Emma and Tenille Tayla. Born in Boronia, near Melbourne in Victoria, she moved to North America to pursue a full-time wrestling career and has lived and worked out of Orlando, Florida, in the United States. Dashwood first came to widespread attention during her time with WWE, and later continued her career across the independent scene and with promotions such as Ring of Honor.

Overview and ring persona

Dashwood is known for a character-driven style that mixes technical wrestling with charismatic, often tongue-in-cheek persona work. Under the name Emma she presented an energetic, expressive ring presence and was noted for her ability to engage live audiences through movement, facial expression and a range of gimmick shifts. Outside the ring she has been identified by fans for her adaptability and for reinventing aspects of her presentation when moving between promotions.

Career path and development

Dashwood began on the Australian independent circuit before signing with a larger developmental system in the early 2010s. Her tenure in WWE brought national television exposure and included regular appearances on NXT and the main roster. After her release from WWE in 2017 she returned to working a variety of promotions, including appearances for established independent companies and regional circuits. Since 2018 she has been active on the independent scene and has worked for Ring of Honor among other organizations.

Style, training and in-ring characteristics

Her in-ring style blends grappling fundamentals with agile strikes and quick counters. Trainers and commentators have highlighted her ring psychology and ability to tell a story within a match. She often uses character beats — such as distinctive entrance routines and gestures — to enhance audience reaction. Dashwood's skill set and presence make her a versatile performer for both singles matches and mixed-tag or multi-woman bouts.

Notable aspects and public profile

  • Worked for WWE as Emma, gaining mainstream exposure on televised programs.
  • After leaving WWE, resumed a busy schedule on the independent circuit and with promotions including Ring of Honor.
  • Recognized for frequent character reinventions and for connecting with live audiences.

Dashwood's career illustrates a common path in modern professional wrestling: starting regionally, joining a global promotion for wider exposure, and then returning to the independent landscape while maintaining a public profile. For more information on the places linked in this article, see the respective organization or locality pages via the embedded links.