Why was R-Truth let go by WWE? Real reason explained
Former WWE 24/7 Champion R-Truth made a heartbreaking revelation a few days ago that he would leave the company after the expiration of his current deal. Ever since the news broke, the wrestling timeline has been in shambles, and there has been pandemonium. Fans have been wondering why WWE decided to let go of the veteran. The real reason behind his impending shocking departure has seemingly come to light.
R-Truth is one of the most renowned veterans who has been with WWE for the past 17 years. He is on a high payroll in the Stamford-based promotion under his current contract, which is about to expire soon. According to WrestleVotes, WWE wanted to negotiate a new deal with the 53-year-old but with a lesser pay grade.
The company felt his current contract was quite expensive, given that he was working as a comedic act with no substantial storylines. However, R-Truth reportedly refused to re-sign with WWE under that new deal, which promises a lesser pay. The two parties could not agree, eventually leading to the former United States Champion being told that his current deal would not be renewed.
Ever since TKO was formed, there has been a lot of cost-cutting and roster optimization, which has come at the expense of superstars' releases. Whether the decision to reduce Truth's pay came from TKO or was a purely WWE call is unknown at the moment.
WWE to sign R-Truth to a Legends deal?
The news of R-Truth's impending WWE departure sent shockwaves through the wrestling world, setting the internet abuzz. Given the support he has been receiving, a lot of fans have been wondering if WWE will now sign the veteran under the Legends deal.
A Legends contract is a special agreement that is offered to veterans and Hall of Famers when their in-ring career is over. It does not seek regular appearances, but occasional appearances to promote the company in other ways by doing shows or being involved in other capacities.
However, there are no reports of WWE wanting to sign R-Truth under such a deal. It is not expected to happen anytime soon, as there are no murmurs of it. The 53-year-old is likely to explore other ventures outside the realm of pro wrestling once he becomes a free agent.
There are chances that Truth may also join other wrestling promotions in the coming months to continue his in-ring career. It will be very interesting to see what the future holds for the former United States Champion outside WWE.
