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an hour ago
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WWE Superstar Calls R-Truth's WWE Release ‘Total Nonsense'
The pro wrestling world continues to react to R-Truth's WWE release with one superstar calling it 'total nonsense.' Ron Killings (aka R-Truth) sent shockwaves across the industry when he announced his departure from the promotion. Fightful confirmed the announcement was legitimate and that WWE chose not to renew his contract, instead of going the usual route of releasing a contracted performer. Advertisement Fightful Select dropped another update on backstage reaction to R-Truth's WWE release, noting the shock and disbelief expressed by a number of talent, 'and that everyone seemed confused by the news, including Truth himself.' '…The departure was met with complete shock and disbelief, with one top talent calling it 'total nonsense.' Another called this regime 'ruthless.'' CM Punk reacts to R-Truth chants after WWE RAW R-Truth didn't appear on RAW this past Monday, but that didn't stop the WWE Universe from chanting his name. For those unaware, fans in attendance briefly took over CM Punk's opening segment with 'We Want Truth' truth to show their support for the beloved superstar. Advertisement The chants continued at various interval throughout the show. While Punk didn't react to the chants during his promo segment, he made sure to respond to the crowd after the show went off the air. Truth was one of WWE's biggest merchandise movers prior to his release, and had come off a high-profile match with John Cena at Saturday Night's Main Event. Fans will have to wait to see what's next in store for him. Catch up on everything that went down on WWE RAW here. RELATED: John Cena Reacts To R-Truth's WWE Departure The post WWE Superstar Calls R-Truth's WWE Release 'Total Nonsense' appeared first on Wrestlezone.
Yahoo
20 hours ago
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R-Truth Released By WWE, Backstage Details On His Departure
WWE legend R-Truth confirms his departure from the company in shocking news. R-Truth took to X, formerly known as Twitter, confirming his departure from the company. He wrote, 'Im sorry to inform you all. I just got released from WWE. I want to thank WWE for the ride, but MOSTLY I want to thank each and EVERYONE 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.' Advertisement R-Truth, who was considered one of WWE's biggest fan-favorite stars due to his funny character and positive attitude, caught many by surprise with the announcement. The shock was most likely due to the fact that he had a high-profile match against John Cena last weekend at Saturday Night's Main Event. Why was R-Truth released by WWE? Fightful and PWInsider quickly confirmed that Truth's announcement was legitimate. It was confirmed that WWE chose not to renew his contract, rather than officially releasing him. Fightful Select followed up with more details, reporting that WWE made the decision without citing any misconduct or backstage issues. Advertisement The news surprised many inside WWE including Truth himself and prompted a wave of support from fellow superstars who reached out to express concern and confusion. The backstage reaction has been overwhelmingly negative. One top WWE star reportedly called the decision 'total nonsense.' While another criticized the company's leadership as 'ruthless.' R-Truth's departure has sparked more backlash and disappointment than almost any other recent departure. Following his departure several independent wrestling promotions have already expressed their interest in him. While the exact date of his deal expiration remains unknown. He rejoined WWE in 2008 after completing his first run with the company from 1999 to 2001. After leaving the company the first time, he competed in TNA Wrestling and the NWA. R-Truth's final run in WWE ended with a feud against his 'childhood hero' John Cena. The pair had their aforementioned match at the most recent edition of WWE Saturday Night's Main Event. Advertisement Read More: R-Truth Reveals What He Considers To Be The Pinnacle Of His Career The post R-Truth Released By WWE, Backstage Details On His Departure appeared first on Wrestlezone.
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2 days ago
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WWE Releases Unexpected Superstar After John Cena Match
WWE Releases Unexpected Superstar After John Cena Match originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The WWE has released veteran superstar R-Truth on Sunday, according to Fightful reporter Sean Ross Sapp. Advertisement R-Truth, also known as Ron Killings outside of 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 for 17 years. '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.' Killings had just competed in a match against the Undisputed WWE champion and his idol, John Cena, at Saturday Night Main Event on May 24 in Tampa, Florida. Cena easily defeated him by way of pinfall before laying out Killings in the middle of the ring. Advertisement Killings is considered a fan-favorite superstar because of his hilarious and sometimes delusional character. He has never won a world championship but captured the United States title twice in 2010 and 2019. John Cena during a Men's Royal Rumble match during the WWE Royal Camporeale-Imagn Images Killings is also the most famous 24/7 champion because he won the belt 53 times during its three-year 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 join its roster. Advertisement Related: WWE Announce North American Championship Match Set for Tuesday This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 1, 2025, where it first appeared.
USA Today
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- USA Today
R-Truth released by WWE after 17-year stint: 'I want to thank WWE for the ride'
R-Truth released by WWE after 17-year stint: 'I want to thank WWE for the ride' Show Caption Hide Caption John Cena warns media, he will ruin wrestling, he is the last real champion in WWE After making history at WrestleMania 41, John Cena warns the media that he will ruin wrestling and he is the last real champion in WWE A beloved WWE star is no longer with the company. WWE has released veteran wrestler R-Truth, he announced on social media. "I'm sorry to inform you all. I just got released from WWE," he said Sunday. "I want to thank WWE for the ride, but MOSTLY I want to thank each and EVERYONE 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." Sean Ross Sapp of Fightful reported R-Truth, whose legal name is Ron Killings, won't have his contract renewed with WWE. Im sorry to inform you all. I just got released from WWE. I want to thank WWE for the ride, but MOSTLY I want to thank each and EVERYONE 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 🙏🏾 — Ron Killings (@RonKillings) June 1, 2025 The departure ends R-Truth's second stint in the company, which began in 2008. He had a two-year stint in WWE from 1999-2001, but he became a prominent star during his time with TNA Wrestling from 2002-07. Although he never won the WWE Championship, it was a memorable 17-year run for R-Truth. While he first connected with fans as he rapped his entrance music with the "what's up?" chant, he was known for being one of the best comedic wrestlers in the business, constantly bringing laughter to segments and making fellow talent break character on-air. He had his time with "Little Jimmy," an imaginary friend that he would consistently bring to life, confusing wrestlers with his presence. He also would get confused, such as when he cut a promo about being in the Money in the Bank match when he wasn't. In 2020, he went viral when he made Brock Lesnar laugh when he called out Paul Heyman. Other people he made break character include Roman Reigns, Dolph Ziggler and Randy Orton. His recent R-Truth's bit was getting wrestlers confused and trying to get himself in the good graces of others. In 2024, he tried to work his way into The Judgment Day despite pushback from the group. He even joined in on the group's celebration after WrestleMania 40. During that time, he would mistake people for other wrestlers, such as the continuous mixup between Tommaso Ciampa and Paul "Triple H" Levesque. There also was the all-time mixup of when he tried to enter the 2024 women's Royal Rumble match. Recently, he was involved in a storyline with his "childhood hero" John Cena, even though he's older than the WWE Champion. The 53-year-old faced Cena at Saturday Night's Main Event on May 24, and he again had fun when he copied Cena's look and entrance. Cena defeated him in what would be his last WWE match. R-Truth was a two-time United States Champion, two-time Hardcore Champion and two-time Tag Team Champion. However, the title he's most commonly associated with is the infamous 24/7 Championship, which could be challenged for in any setting. Whether it was during WWE shows or in segments posted on social media in several settings, he won and lost the title several times. He was a 53-time 24/7 Champion. The news of his departure comes after WWE released 10 stars in February and more in May. WWE stars speak on R-Truth's release Several wrestlers shared their sadness with the announcement, including Rhea Ripley, who worked with him during The Judgment Day storyline. "In all seriousness, this is literally so heartbreaking… Thank you Truth," she posted on social media. You're an amazing talent and an even better person. Go enjoy your life unc! — Ricochet (@KingRicochet) June 1, 2025 Thank you for everything and for always lightening up everyone's day 🙏🏽🥺 — Kelani Jordan (@kelani_wwe) June 1, 2025 I love @RonKillings It's guaranteed joy when he's a part of a segment.. He's also my dad's favorite WWE Superstar of all time. The McAfees are bummed aht but we all know R Truth will continue to bless the world with his BIG ass brain 🗣🗣 THANK YOU TRUTH — Pat McAfee (@PatMcAfeeShow) June 1, 2025
Newsweek
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
WWE Legend Highly Critical of Jey Uso Booking
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. After over 15 years in the company, Jey Uso has established himself as one of the most popular Superstars in WWE. This has led to the charismatic wrestler defeating Gunther for the World Heavyweight Championship at WrestleMania 41 Night 1. However, not everyone is happy with how Main Event Jey Uso has been booked since his triumphant victory, including someone close to the Superstar. LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - APRIL 19: Jey Uso poses in the ring before his World Heavyweight Championship match against Gunther during WrestleMania 41 at Allegiant Stadium on April 20, 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada. LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - APRIL 19: Jey Uso poses in the ring before his World Heavyweight Championship match against Gunther during WrestleMania 41 at Allegiant Stadium on April 20, 2025 in Las Vegas, a recent episode of his 'Off The Top Rope' podcast, WWE Hall of Famer Rikishi shared his disappointment with Uso's booking as champion. "Bro why? Why?" Rikishi asked, per Skylar Russell of Fightful. "I mean, Jey is a world heavyweight champion by himself. Okay. Oh, they really need to fire creative service over there now. Just book me so I can book my son's matches out there, man. You know what I mean?" Rikishi then got into more specific details, specifically looking at Uso's tag team match against Paul and Undisputed WWE Champion John Cena at Money in the Bank. "Okay, you had me, but when they brought in Paul," Rikishi continued. "Like I said on a past podcast, I like Logan. I thought uce, he's got skills. He's very entertaining. He knows how to get heat. But damn, I wouldn't have beat him the first time they locked up together. "Could've just waited till a cage match or some type of gimmick match or something. Paul, he's got heat, right? He's got heat and this will probably be his biggest spotlight in WWE. They're both young, Jey is young, Paul is young. Now you beat Paul, now where do you go. Into a tag team bout? Like, okay. Alright." More Pro Wrestling: Additionally, Rikishi explained that he isn't a fan of having the former World Heavyweight Champion Gunther having to wait for a rematch, especially since he has been booked so dominantly. "We're just gonna hunker Gunther out. Just hang around, Gunther," Rikishi concluded. "If I was Gunther, I want Jey right now damnit. Give me Jey right now. It could have went either Jey and Logan or I mean, it has to be some type of gimmick match for him and Gunther. "It's got to be one of those big double cages or something. Just some make believe gimmick type of match to bring some type of excitement to it. Two things can happen, either they give it to Jey again off the gimmick match, which excels him to the next level. "It's bad for Gunther, just alright, where do you go from there? But, it took Jey three times before he beat Gunther, so I think it's only fair to be able to give Gunther three chances and maybe beat him three times. Or not, depends. But still man, it's like, goes back to whoever is writing it. But what do I know." More Pro Wrestling: For more WWE and professional wrestling news, head on over to Newsweeks Sports.
