WWEs R-Truth mightve surprised fans with his return at Money in the Bank 2025but the real drama happened behind the scenes, and now Triple H is clearing the air.
In a sneak peek from WWE Unreal Season 2 released on January 19, 2026, Triple H confirmed that R-Truth was never actually released from the companydespite his own social media post at the time claiming otherwise. The issue? A breakdown in contract talks and miscommunication. Triple H explained that WWE and Truth hit a financial stalemate during renewal talks, and while the company let his contract lapse, they never formally terminated him.
He added that the lapse was intended to lead to further negotiation, not an exitbut R-Truth assumed otherwise and went public.
R-Truth recalled being heartbroken by what he thought was a release. He admitted he took the call as confirmation that WWE no longer wanted him.
WWE executive and SmackDown creative lead Brian Road Dogg James weighed in too, saying that while it was difficult emotionally, the call made business sense given R-Truths age and uncertain return timeline.
Fortunately, the story didnt end there. R-Truth eventually re-signed with WWE on a four-year deal with a three-year option, returning in a big way and showing fansand executiveshes still got gas in the tank.
How do you feel about how WWE handled R-Truths contract situation? Should the company have been clearer, or was it just business? Sound off in the comments and let us know your take.
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