Overview

• R-Truth announced on June 1 that WWE chose not to renew his contract, ending his second run that began in 2008.
• Ron Killings first joined WWE as K-Kwik in 1999 before building his reputation in TNA and returning for a 17-year stint.
• He closed his WWE chapter with a loss to John Cena at Saturday Night’s Main Event on May 24 and a defeat by JC Mateo on SmackDown.
• The 53-year-old veteran amassed a record 54 WWE 24/7 Championship reigns and also held United States, Hardcore and Tag Team titles.
• Fellow WWE and AEW talents reacted with shock and tributes, praising his comedic persona, locker-room presence and legacy.