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The real reason WWE released R-Truth
The post The real reason WWE released R-Truth appeared first on ClutchPoints. The fact that WWE released the beloved R-Truth has not sat well with people — and the reason why may make fans even more mad. Advertisement According to a new Q&A from WrestleVotes (via Cultaholic Wrestling), it was a financial decision. While R-Truth was immensely popular with WWE fans before he was released, it wasn't enough to justify keeping him around. 'It's just a contract thing, it's a financial thing,' they reported. 'Truth for no reason than he's been around for a very long time [and] was making a lot of money. That's the main reason he's no longer a part of this company.' However, former WWE announcer Jonathan Coachman also discussed the situation (around the 14:50 mark). He alleges that R-Truth was given a lowball offer to stick around. 'I should put this out there because I had someone reach out to me. Reportedly, they did offer R-Truth a contract that was far less money than what he was making, and he decided to turn that down,' Coachman said. 'That's what somebody told me that's in the know. Whether or not that's true, I'm not sure.' Why would WWE release R-Truth? Even with the financial reasons laid out, it is hard to believe WWE would release R-Truth. He is incredibly popular with the fans, and they chanted for him during the June 2, 2025, edition of Monday Night RAW. Advertisement Perhaps he felt undervalued by the contract offer they gave him. He could always retire or join another promotion where his services would be wanted. R-Truth announced the news on Sunday, June 1, 2025, on X, formerly Twitter. He thanked the fans for their continued support throughout his career. 'I'm sorry to inform you all,' R-Truth's post began. 'I just got released from WWE. 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 [praying hands emoji].' His final high-profile match took place at the May 2025 edition of Saturday Night's Main Event. R-Truth faced his 'childhood hero' John Cena in a non-title match. While he did his best, he was unable to defeat the reigning Undisputed WWE Champion. Related: Mariah May breaks silence on leaving AEW for WWE Related: Kevin Love compares James Dolan to Vince McMahon after Tom Thibodeau firing
Hindustan Times
11-05-2025
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- Hindustan Times
Jeff Cobb debuts at WWE Backlash 2025, helps Jacob Fatu retain
Jeff Cobb made a thunderous WWE debut at Backlash 2025, shaking up the United States Championship picture with a surprise appearance that helped Jacob Fatu retain his title. Entering the fray during a chaotic Fatal Four-Way match against LA Knight, Damian Priest, and Drew McIntyre, Cobb's shocking interference stunned the crowd and signalled the arrival of a powerful new force on SmackDown. Also Read: WWE Backlash match order: When will John Cena vs Randy Orton begin? Cobb's debut was spoiled last week as rumours about the possibility of his appearance surfaced. The rumours also stated that he could potentially join the SmackDown brand upon his debut. While the details of his debut are still emerging, he is undoubtedly a part of the WWE roster. Under Solo Sikoa's ruthless leadership, his arrival marks the latest muscle added to The Bloodline's growing empire, as reported by Forbes. After his surprise departure from New Japan Pro-Wrestling in late April, where he claimed to be retiring, Cobb's WWE debut was already in motion behind the scenes. Despite his retirement claims, reports had circulated for weeks suggesting Cobb was WWE-bound, and plans were quietly set for him to join Friday Night SmackDown. His shocking appearance at Backlash confirmed the rumours, signalling the start of a new chapter for the powerhouse, as reported by Cultaholic. Also Read: Randy Orton vs John Cena: When and where to watch WWE Backlash; channel, live streaming and more In the chaotic climax of the Fatal Four-Way, Drew McIntyre and Damian Priest eliminated each other in a brutal brawl that ended with Priest delivering South of Heaven through a stack of tables. With the field narrowed to LA Knight and Jacob Fatu, it looked like Knight had the upper hand—until Solo Sikoa intervened, pulling Fatu to safety, as reported by Cultaholic. Just when Knight turned his attention to Sikoa, he was met with a devastating punch from Cobb, who sealed Fatu's victory as he unleashed a vicious attack. However, Fatu looked perplexed upon the debuting wrestler at Backlash. It was hinted that Cobb was recruited by Sikoa while Fatu did not know of this. He was also spotted not celebrating with Sikoa and Cobb after the match.
Newsweek
10-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Released Superstar Happy to Leave WWE
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Being released from WWE can be devastating for some wrestlers. Not only are they leaving what many consider to be the pinnacle of professional wrestling, but they are also out of a job. More Pro Wrestling: Fan-Favorite WWE Tag Team Set To Reunite: Report However, this isn't the case for everyone, and it especially isn't the case for Bea Priestly, formerly known as Blair Davenport. .@BeaPriestley96's WWE contract expired today…so we had a catch-up! — Tom Campbell (@TomCampbell) May 9, 2025 Priestly announced she was released back in February, and in a recent interview with Tom Campbell of Cultaholic, she revealed that it surprisingly filled her with joy. LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - OCTOBER 11: WWE logos are shown on screens before a WWE news conference at T-Mobile Arena on October 11, 2019 in Las Vegas, Nevada. LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - OCTOBER 11: WWE logos are shown on screens before a WWE news conference at T-Mobile Arena on October 11, 2019 in Las Vegas, Nevada."As soon as I got the call, I was like, 'Oh, I can go back to being Bea again'" Priestly said, laughing. "It's one of those things, you don't realize how unhappy you are until you feel happy that you got the call saying that you don't have a job anymore. That was kind of the thing, I was like, 'Oh, okay, maybe it was good for me to be fair.'" More Pro Wrestling: Priestly went on to say how everyone backstage immediately reached out to her after the news went out. "The actual outreach that I got from loads of people within WWE — It is what it is, I don't take anything personally, it's business, but I do think a lot of people felt bad for me because I just got called up, I didn't even have a year on SmackDown or Raw or whatever. "The amount of outreach I got from actual talent within the company basically saying how sorry they were and they wish me the best and they're sure I'll be back or be fine, it was nice to be like, 'Oh wow, a lot of people do actually care about me.'" More Pro Wrestling: Recently Released WWE Superstar Could Return Sooner Than Expected: Report Finally, Priestly revealed what could be next for her, saying that while she's open to heading to AEW, she currently wants to focus on her own thing. "Definitely now with Toni [Storm], everyone knows how close me and Toni are. We're like sisters at this point," Priestly explained. "She lives in Orlando as well, we see each other fairly often. But I'm also along the lines of I'm definitely open to having conversations but I do also want a little bit of time just to do my own thing because I've just come out of a contract where it's like you have an app. "If you've got a dot on this day, you have to be there, you have to show up. If you're sore from the gym or you've had a hard match and they book you the next day, you can't say you don't feel like it. You have to go do it even when you don't feel 100 per cent, or you don't particularly feel wanting to do it. You just have to." Bea Priestley, formerly Blair Davenport, reveals she is "open to having conversations" with AEW following her WWE release. "Everyone knows how close me and Toni [Storm] are. We're like sisters at this point. She lives in Orlando as well, we see each other fairly often. But I'm… — Cultaholic Wrestling (@Cultaholic) May 9, 2025 "So I kind of just want to be able to take things that I want to do and do it because I'm looking forward to it or enjoying it rather than doing it because someone else is telling me to." "Even WWE, I was very happy like, 'Tell me what to do. I'm more than happy to do whatever.' I'm not one of those people who is like, 'Oh, I don't want to lose.'" More Pro Wrestling: WWE Superstar Set To Depart From The Company WWE Superstar Braun Strowman Was Released For Two Major Reasons: Report Former WWE Star Reacts to Backstage Situation That May Have Led to Release For more WWE and professional wrestling news, head on over to Newsweek Sports.
