Wrestling World Reacts To Heartbreaking News Of R-Truth's WWE Release

It is a sad day in professional wrestling as R-Truth was informed that his WWE contract will not be renewed.

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R-Truth is leaving WWE.

The long tenured WWE Superstar took to social media Sunday morning to announced that he was being released from the company.

The news came as a shock to many, with some fans believing his post was part of some elaborate bit. Unfortunately, Sean Ross Sapp of Fightful Select has confirmed it's authenticity. He was also able to determine that this was a case of Truth's contract simply not being renewed, instead of an abrupt release.

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

While Truth, real name Ron Killings, appears to be in good spirits regarding the news, many others have now publicly expressed their heartache and disappointment over his departure from WWE. Current and former WWE talent, as well as many of his beloved fans from across the globe.

Rhea Ripley was quick to reaction, writing "In all seriousness, this is literally so heartbreaking… Thank you Truth"

In all seriousness, this is literally so heartbreaking… Thank you Truth 🖤

— RheaRipley_WWE (@RheaRipley_WWE) June 1, 2025

Oh my gosh!! Please tell me you think today is April Fools!?? Because I cannot believe anything else!!!?? 😭

Ughh!! I’m sorry and have loved watching your career in WWE. You have become a fave of mine & so happy I was able to meet you years ago. Looking forward to seeing what’s… pic.twitter.com/w2HM0vSOw8

— ㋡ シ ★彡 ᵃ𝓶𝕒ᶰ𝓓𝓐 彡★ ㋡ シ (@EndOfDays05) June 1, 2025

Big E commented, writing: "No one made me laugh backstage more than Ron. I’ve known this man for 13 years. He treated me like a brother from the very first day. Never saw him in a bad mood. A man who spread kindness and joy every chance he could."

No one made me laugh backstage more than Ron. I’ve known this man for 13 years. He treated me like a brother from the very first day. Never saw him in a bad mood. A man who spread kindness and joy every chance he could. https://t.co/YBO8gaGEfN

— Ettore “Big E” Ewen (@WWEBigE) June 1, 2025

We love you, @RonKillings. Thank you for the laughs, the memories, and everything in between. You’re a true legend and will always have a special place in our hearts. 🖤🙏#ThankYouTruth pic.twitter.com/PpgiOgrqVu

— WrestleSeek (@WrestleSeek) June 1, 2025

Pat McAfee also replied, revealng his Truth was his father's favorite wrestler of all time.

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 pic.twitter.com/ZswYMvQIzi

— Pat McAfee (@PatMcAfeeShow) June 1, 2025

Thank you, @RonKillings for entertaining us for years! Can't wait to see what you do next!

From being a multi-24/7 champion to being in the Judgment Day, thank you again for everything, @RonKillings! pic.twitter.com/VfHFyXYEL1

— ✨️Jazzy✨️ DOM IS IC CHAMP! (@Livin4DirtyDom) June 1, 2025

KO commented, saying he had unlimited respect and admiration for him.

I’ve said many times that there are a few people in this industry for whom I have unlimited respect, love and admiration for. @RonKillings is at the very top of that list.

An incredible, timeless performer with an unmatched ability to entertain and bring a smile to anyone he…

— Kevin (@FightOwensFight) June 1, 2025

You're an amazing talent and an even better person. Go enjoy your life unc!

— Ricochet (@KingRicochet) June 1, 2025

Thank you @RonKillings for all of the funny moments and the memories over the years. A true legend pic.twitter.com/f6qo4dPm90

— Cory (@Cory_Hays407) June 1, 2025

THANK YOU! For all the joy you brought to wrestling!

— Shotzi (@ShotziWWE) June 1, 2025

When the contract is up, let @RonKillings give the universe a proper goodbye. @WWE

— O’Shea Jackson Jr (@OsheaJacksonJr) June 1, 2025

The number of times I’ve been on a card with Ron and he was one of the most over performers on the card - even if it was during a time when he wasn’t being featured on TV - I can’t even count.

One of the funniest and best out there ! https://t.co/FUYuBRwrWq

— Matthew Rehwoldt (@DramaKingMatt) June 1, 2025

This video will forever make me laugh. I hate this news. @RonKillings forever will be a legend. pic.twitter.com/L8GzPYljk0

— Mona (@theonemonaa) June 1, 2025

Naomi commented that they'll miss out on making new Tik Tok's together.

Noooooooo we never got do our tik toks 😢 https://t.co/XVpOlEGZSk

— Trinity (@TheTrinity_Fatu) June 1, 2025

The Miz wrote, "Forming Awesome Truth with you was one of the best runs of my career. No one made me laugh harder. Your energy, heart, and smile lit up every room…and every arena. You’re not one of a kind, you’re one in a lifetime. Love you, Truth. Keep shining."

Forming Awesome Truth with you was one of the best runs of my career. No one made me laugh harder. Your energy, heart, and smile lit up every room…and every arena. You’re not one of a kind, you’re one in a lifetime. Love you, Truth. Keep shining. ❤️ pic.twitter.com/RU6UaDXGSx

— The Miz (@mikethemiz) June 1, 2025

@RonKillings pic.twitter.com/KIYuD5iwTb

— Damian Priest (@ArcherOfInfamy) June 1, 2025

😭♥️@RonKillings walked so I could run.
Funniest man in wrestling. I can’t wait to see what you do next. https://t.co/oCyejSS0vJ

— CHELSEA GREEN (@ImChelseaGreen) June 1, 2025

Truth's second tenure with WWE comes to an end after an incredible 17-year run that saw him become one of the most successful and universally loved character performers in company history.

After his return from a devasting knee injury at Survivor Series 2023, the 53-year-old went on to have one of the more noteworthy stretches of his WWE career. He won the World Tag Team Championships with The Miz at WrestleMania XL, and more recently, wrestled John Cena on his road to retirement tour at Saturday Night's Main Event.

Truth just competed this past Friday night on SmackDown. His final match in WWE came in a losing effort to new signee JC Mateo.

"WE FAMILY UCE!!" 🤝@RonKillings #SmackDown pic.twitter.com/QHr7EbSmC6

— WWE (@WWE) May 31, 2025

We here at The Takedown on SI wish R-Truth all the best moving forward. Thank you for memories and all the laughs over the years.

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