Longtime WWE Star R-Truth Announces Departure from Company
On Sunday, WWE superstar R-Truth officially announced his exit from the company after nearly two decades and two separate stints with the organization. Known for his charismatic personality and in-ring prowess, R-Truth’s decision comes after a long and storied career in professional wrestling. The revelation was shared by the wrestler, whose real name is Ron Killings, on social media, where he expressed his appreciation for the support from fans and the company throughout his tenure with WWE.
His most recent stint with the company saw him engage in a brief rivalry with John Cena, who had been undergoing a farewell tour at the time. R-Truth’s comments at the post-Backlash press conference following Cena’s title victory against Randy Orton reportedly upset Cena, leading to a moment where Cena put R-Truth through the table that separates the wrestler from the media. This rivalry culminated in a series of matches, including a loss to JC Mateo on ‘Friday Night SmackDown.’
Throughout his time in WWE, R-Truth had been a multiple-time champion, winning titles such as the United States Championship and the Hardcore Championship. He also held the short-lived 24/7 Championship a record 54 times. His career has also included a stint with Total Nonstop Action Wrestling (TNA) before he returned to WWE in 2008, where he became a fan favorite known for his charisma and mic skills. At the age of 53, R-Truth has yet to announce his next steps after leaving WWE.
R-Truth, who was released from WWE after his initial stint in 2001, found a brief home with TNA before returning to WWE in 2008. During his first tenure with the company, he was part of the