WWE's R-Truth Decision on Sunday Is Turning Heads
WWE's R-Truth Decision on Sunday Is Turning Heads originally appeared on Athlon Sports.
The WWE has released veteran superstar R-Truth, and wrestling fans are unhappy.
Truth, also known as Ron Killings outside the squared circle, is one of the company's oldest wrestlers at 53. In a post on X from Sunday, he thanked the promotion and its fans, who adored his character after spending 17 years with them.
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'I'm sorry to inform you all,' Killings wrote. 'I just got released from WWE."
He continued, 'I want to thank WWE for the ride, but mostly, I want to thank each and every one of you who was along for the ride. Thank you for all the love, support, and appreciation you have given me over the years. Thank you.'
Following the announcement, fans and fellow wrestling personalities took to social media to express their frustration.
'I normally don't get crazy about wrestlers getting released, but R Truth,' one posted on X.
'I love (Ron Killings),' Monday Night Raw commentator and podcaster Pat McAfee wrote. 'It's guaranteed joy when he's a part of a segment. He's also my dad's favorite WWE superstar of all time.
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He continued, 'The McAfees are bummed but we all know R Truth will continue to bless the world with his big brain. Thank you Truth.'
'Woke up to people saying R truth got released,' another shared.
'R-Truth has been released by WWE,' one fan worte. 'TKO count your days.'
'No way I wake up and the first thing I see is that R-Truth has been released,' another fan posted.
Fans of Killings are outraged because he is considered a fan-favorite superstar due to his hilarious and sometimes delusional character. He has never won a world championship but captured the United States title twice in 2010 and 2019.
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Killings is also the most famous 24/7 champion because he won the belt 53 times during its lifetime from 2019-2022. He also teamed with fellow veteran wrestlers the Miz and Kofi Kingston to win the Tag Team Championships in 2012 and 2024.
It is unclear if Killings plans to continue his wrestling career following the departure, but he could sign with rival promotion AEW to continue to amuse fans.
Related: WWE Releases Unexpected Superstar After John Cena Match
This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 1, 2025, where it first appeared.
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