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Why Did R-Truth Really Leave WWE?

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Backstage answers for R-Truth leaving WWE.

R-Truth is no longer a part of the WWE roster. The WWE Universe is left surprised by why WWE let him go, especially after his high-profile match against John Cena. Now, WrestleVotes has an answer to why the decision was made.

On June 1st, R-Truth took to his social media handle to let the WWE Universe know that he and WWE have decided to part ways. The fans and wrestling fraternity came out in support of the 53-year-old star. In one tweet, it looks like Truth may have another opportunity lined up.

Duirng WrestleVotes Q&A on Sportskeeda WrestleBinge, WrestleVotes discussed R-Truth’s departure from WWE. WrestleVotes spoke about the main reason why the former 24/7 Champion moved on from WWE. According to him, the 53-year-old star has been making a lot of money during his tenure, leading to the decision of the company letting him go.

“Truth, for no reason other than he’s been around for a very long time, was making a lot of money, and that’s the main reason he’s no longer a part of the company.”

Former WWE Writer’s Thoughts On The Reason Behind R-Truth’s Release

R-Truth’s sudden release from WWE has stirred a lot of speculation across the wrestling world. Many insiders and industry veterans have analysed the situation and have commented on it. On The Coach & Bro Show, Vince Russo spoke about the company letting Truth go.

According to Vince Russo, TKO may have seen how much money R-Truth was making and may have decided that they could get five stars from NXT and push them on the main roster instead of paying the veteran. Russo also stated that Truth’s age may have been a deciding factor as well, given that WWE wants to build stars for tomorrow.