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R-Truth Exits WWE After 17-Year Run

His announcement has prompted an outpouring of support, raising questions about a possible move to AEW.

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R-Truth
INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 06: R-Truth attends Netflix's Debut of WWE Monday Night Raw at Intuit Dome on January 06, 2025 in Inglewood, California
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Overview

  • R-Truth took to X on June 1 to confirm that his WWE contract would expire without renewal, ending his second tenure with the company.
  • His final televised matches saw him fall to John Cena at May 24’s Saturday Night’s Main Event and to JC Mateo on SmackDown.
  • Fellow wrestlers including Rhea Ripley, Kevin Owens and Big E paid tribute to his impact and comedic presence backstage and on-screen.
  • Over nearly two decades in WWE, Killings captured the 24/7 Championship a record 54 times and held multiple U.S., Hardcore and Tag Team titles.
  • With his WWE deal concluded, industry observers say he could explore opportunities in AEW or other wrestling promotions.