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• WWE Reportedly Done Making Talent Cuts
The latest wave of WWE roster cuts following WrestleMania 42 appears to be complete, according to veteran wrestling journalist Dave Meltzer. Speaking on Wrestling Observer Radio, Meltzer stated that WWE has finalized its recent round of talent departures and that all affected performers have already been informed internally. “I am told that cuts are done. […]...2026
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• Report – Is The Wave Of Recent WWE Talent Cuts Finally Over?

Following WrestleMania 42, WWE has released nearly 30 superstars. This includes shocking names like Kairi Sane, Aleister Black, Zelina Vega, and the entire Wyatt Sicks faction. Adding to the “cuts” narrative, Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods left the company in early May. As previously reported, since Triple H and Nick Khan were the key decision […]...2026
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• More Backstage Details on WWE’s Latest Roster Cuts
The post-WrestleMania season has thus far been dominated by WWE’s talent cuts on both the main roster and NXT. As of May 7, 2026, more[.........] The post More Backstage Details on WWE’s Latest Roster Cuts appeared first on 411MANIA | Wrestling News, WWE & AEW Results....2026
• Report – Reasons For WWE’s Mass Talent Cuts This Year

This year, WWE released a ton of talent after WrestleMania 42. While this is normal and it happens every year, people were shocked by the number. Over 20 stars and counting lost their jobs. Following that, reports indicated that TKO wants to restructure the pay of the existing stars. Now, Dave Meltzer on the “Wrestling […]...2026
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• WWE Approached Numerous Talent About Taking Pay Cuts On Day Of Mass Releases

An exclusive update on the WWE talent cuts. On April 24th, there were a multitude of talent departures and releases from WWE. Fightful Select has since learned that on that same day, WWE approached a number of talent and asked them to take pay cuts to remain with the company. Several of those approached names … The post WWE Approached Numerous Talent About Taking Pay Cuts On Day Of Mass Rele...2026
• Detailed Backstage Update On WWE Forcing Wrestlers To Take Massive Cuts & Reaction Behind-The-Scenes
WWE’s recent wave of roster cuts and financial changes is already creating ripple effects across the industry. Over the past several weeks, the company reportedly moved to shed millions from its payroll, leading to a series of releases and cost-cutting measures. While talent cuts are nothing new in WWE, this round drew added criticism due […] The post Detailed Backstage Update On WWE Forcing...2026

• Cora Jade opens up about issues prior to WWE release, AEW interest, more

Photo by Bradlee Rutledge/WWE via Getty Images In a new interview, she also expanded on her statements about being body shamed in NXT, being labeled lazy and injury prone, being mentored by CM Punk, and the future. One of the most surprising names among WWE’s early May talent cuts was one of the guests on The Ariel Helwani Show today (June 2). Cora Jade (now Elayna Black) was appearing to ...2025
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• Rumor Roundup: WWE talent cuts & dead weight, Logan Paul vs. Jey Uso, IYO SKY, more!

Photo by WWE/Getty Images Today’s rumors... Speculating on the rumors surrounding pro wrestling is a favored pastime of many fans, perhaps second only to actually watching the matches. In this daily column, we take a look at the latest rumors being churned out by the pro wrestling rumor mill. Important reminder: Rumors are just that — rumors. None of this has been confirmed as fact, it’s j...2025
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• WWE Releases The Good Brothers and Giovanni Vinci in Latest Round of Cuts
One Big Thing WWE has released Karl Anderson, Luke Gallows, and Giovanni Vinci as part of ongoing talent cuts that began Friday night. Anderson’s release comes while he recovers from shoulder surgery. Key Details Karl Anderson is currently recovering from torn labrum and rotator cuff surgery performed in November Luke Gallows and Giovanni Vinci hadn’t […] The post WWE Releases Th...2025
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• Tony Khan: Anthony Henry Will Be Welcomed Back To ROH/AEW After He’s Cleared

Anthony Henry’s release from All Elite Wrestling was not a popular one. However, it looks like he’ll be able to return to the company once he’s cleared from injury. All Elite Wrestling made several talent cuts on April 1, one of which was Anthony Henry. Fans questioned the decision, considering Henry was recently sidelined with […] The post Tony Khan: Anthony Henry Will Be ...2024
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• Cody’s return to WWE ended up being a bigger deal than imagined

WWE.com Welcome to the weekly Rumor Look Back, where we look at the rumors from six months ago and see which played out as originally stated. Let’s jump right to it. September 18, 2023 According to BWE, everyone backstage at WWE was ecstatic with The Rock’s return and the reaction to it. Having said that, there is no agreement in place beyond that, though there is a meeting scheduled to d...2024
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• The one constant in the Rams wide receiver room

Rams receivers coach Eric Yarber drills Cooper Kupp | Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images Receivers coach Eric Yarber has been with Sean McVay since Day 1 When it comes to the Los Angeles Rams coaching staff since Sean McVay took over in 2017, the one thing you can count on is change. You need all your fingers and toes to keep track of the comings and goings, but there has been one con...2023
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• This was a difficult decision

WWE.com Welcome to the weekly Rumor Look Back, where we look at the rumors from six months ago and see which played out as originally stated. Let’s jump right to it. March 17, 2023 WrestleVotes told GiveMeSport that Triple H is planning to change BUTCH’s name back to Pete Dunne. The reason it hasn’t happened yet is because the Brawling Brutes were getting over. When the “Pete Dunne” gimmi...2023
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• Report: NWA Expected To Make Cuts To Its Talent Roster And Production
The National Wrestling Alliance is set for major cuts to its production and roster according to a new report. Per a new report from Nick Hausman at Haus of Wrestling, The Billy Corgan-led NWA is expected to make cuts to its roster and various production elements, with one source even telling the outlet that cuts "are expected at every corner." Reportedly, the promotion will be cutting its hair an...2023
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• Report: NWA is cutting talent and other costs, Corgan spent millions with no money coming in

Photo by Don Arnold/WireImage Billy Corgan and the NWA have been in the news quite a bit lately, first because of the promotion’s new TV deals with The CW, and later because those deals were apparently put in jeopardy thanks to a cocaine spot on PPV. Today, a new report from Haus of Wrestling paints a bleak picture of NWA’s current financial situation and says cuts are on the way: “...the...2023
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• Backstage News On WWE Contract Detail Quietly Raising Eyebrows Amid Recent Talent Cuts
WWE’s recent wave of roster cuts has once again put the spotlight on how contracts are structured behind the scenes. Over the past two weeks, WWE has released several talents, with Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods of The New Day among the most notable names affected. The duo were reportedly let go after being asked […] The post Backstage News On WWE Contract Detail Quietly Raising Eyebrows Ami...2026
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• Zoey Stark Breaks Silence Following WWE Release
Zoey Stark has spoken out publicly for the first time since being released by WWE, offering a brief but telling update on where things stand for her. Stark was part of a wave of 23 talent cuts announced last Friday. At the time of her release, she was still sidelined...2026
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• Bully Ray Blasts WWE Over Zoey Stark’s Release, Finn Balor Named Ultimate Locker Room Hero

Zoey Stark was released from her WWE contract last week as part of the company’s post-WrestleMania 42 talent cuts. Stark had just been cleared after nearly a year of rehabbing ACL, MCL, and meniscus tears. During a recent edition of the “Busted Open Radio” podcast, Ray opined that Stark deserved one return match despite her […]...2026
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• Bully Ray Blasts WWE Over Zoey Stark Release, Finn Balor Named Ultimate Locker Room Hero

Zoey Stark was released from her WWE contract last week as part of the company’s post-WrestleMania 42 talent cuts. Stark had just been cleared after nearly a year of rehabbing ACL, MCL, and meniscus tears. During a recent edition of the “Busted Open Radio” podcast, Ray opined that Stark deserved one return match despite her […]...2026
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• Sarah Rowe (Valhalla) Announces Her Departure From WWE
It looks like another round of WWE releases is upon us, even if it isn’t nearly as many names as those included in the big talent cuts that took place last month. In addition to R-Truth and Carlito parting ways with WWE when their respective contracts expire in the near future, it appears that another […] The post Sarah Rowe (Valhalla) Announces Her Departure From WWE appeared first on...2025
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• Booker T Offers Blunt Advice to WWE Talent Following Recent Releases

Booker T is no stranger to WWE’s annual talent cuts, and he’s offering some straightforward advice to those who just got their walking papers. During a recent episode of his ......2025
• Eric Bischoff Comments On Recent WWE Departures, Advises Talent To Be 'Smart'

WWE Hall of Famer Eric Bischoff offers advice to the names affected by the latest and likely future waves of talent cuts in WWE....2025
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• JBL Shares Words Of Wisdom For Released WWE Superstars
During a recent appearance on the “Something To Wrestle With” podcast, JBL reacted to the latest WWE talent cuts and offered his advice to those released last week. You can check out some highlights from the podcast below: On recent WWE talent releases: “Looks, it’s sad news anytime somebody gets released. I was on unemployment […] The post JBL Shares Words Of Wisdom For Released...2025
• Rumor Roundup: WWE releases, CM Punk and Roman Reigns team, Cody Rhodes return, more!

WWE.com Today’s rumors... Speculating on the rumors surrounding pro wrestling is a favored pastime of many fans, perhaps second only to actually watching the matches. In this daily column, we take a look at the latest rumors being churned out by the pro wrestling rumor mill. Important reminder: Rumors are just that — rumors. None of this has been confirmed as fact, it’s just circulating ar...2025
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• WWE Appoints New Director Of Show Production And Design
WWE has recently hired a new employee in the production department amid talent cuts. Hunter Selby announced on his LinkedIn account that he has accepted the position of WWE’s Director of Show Production and Design. Selby wrote, “I’m excited to share that I’ve accepted a new position as Director of Show Production and Design at […]...2026
• The latest talent cuts show that WWE doesn’t care about women’s tag team wrestling

WWE You definitely don’t want to be stuck in the women’s tag team division if you are on the WWE roster. Some places do power rankings. Here at Cageside, we do a stock report. In this weekly series, we identify three Superstars (or groups of Superstars) who are on their way up, and three that are moving in the opposite direction. After a busy week that included Logan Paul knocking out Jey ...2025
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• Tony Khan continues to be AEW’s worst enemy after recent backlash

AEW Dynamite AEW’s president stands defiant despite the fallout from Dynamite after his show had a ratings boost. For those who may have had doubts about the current state of All Elite Wrestling, the April 10 edition of Dynamite provided further evidence that all isn’t well in AEW, as president and co-owner Tony Khan’s actions before and after last Wednesday’s show have again raised concer...2024
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• Corgan says NWA finances are ‘fine’, denies reports of talent & cost cutting

Photo by Timothy Norris/Getty Images for The Recording Academy The past few news cycles haven’t been kind to the National Wrestling Alliance or its owner, Billy Corgan. After the latest report claimed the NWA is cutting spending on talent, production, and in other areas as no money is coming in and “been funding everything out of pocket for the NWA for years”, PWInisder reached out to the ...2023
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• Mustafa Ali is ‘no longer working with WWE’

Mustafa Ali’s Twitter Mustafa Ali has had a contentious relationship with WWE at times, which resulted in him requesting to be released from his contract in early 2022. Things between Ali and WWE seemed to improve in the aftermath of Vince McMahon stepping down from power last summer. But whether it’s Vince or Triple H booking the WWE main roster TV shows, Ali hasn’t gotten much of a break...2023
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• Booker T Explains Why Aleister Black Was A ‘Target’ During WWE Cuts

Booker T explains why Aleister Black was among the recent WWE talent cuts. Following WrestleMania 42, WWE released several main roster and developmental talent. Aleister Black and his wife, Zelina Vega, were among those who got cut. Addressing the releases on his Hall of Fame podcast, Booker T had a pretty straightforward take on why […] The post Booker T Explains Why Aleister Black Was A &#...2026
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• Rumor Roundup: WWE releases, CM Punk and Roman Reigns team, Cody Rhodes return, more!
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• Eddie Kingston Reacts To AEW Talent Cuts, Skye Blue On Pursuing Wrestling, Averno/MLW
Major League Wrestling has announced that CMLL wrestler Averno will appear at MLW ‘Azteca Lucha’ in Chicago, IL on May 11. In a recent appearance on the “Kicking Out” podcast, Skye Blue revealed what inspired her to become a pro wrestler. She said, “So my parents have been wrestling fans their whole lives, so I […] The post Eddie Kingston Reacts To AEW Talent Cuts, Sk...2024
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• Mace Says Vince McMahon Yelled At Him To Stop Explaining The Finish Of The Fiend vs Seth Rollins At HIAC 2019
Mace looks back on the most memorable moment of his short stint as a member of the WWE RAW announce team back in 2019. Mace's run as part of the announce team was short lived, with it only lasting from September to November of 2019 before he was taken out of action by Brock Lesnar on the November 4th edtion of the program that year. His run on commentary overlapped with one of WWE's biggest misses...2023
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• Mace Reflects On WWE Discussing Him Having A Match With Brock Lesnar In 2019
Mace looks back on a vicious beatdown from Brock Lesnar back in 2019. Before he became a member of Retribution and later a dazzling male model as part of the Maxximum Male Models, Mace served several roles in WWE. This included a run as a part of the Monday Night RAW announce team from September to November of 2019. Mace's run as part of the announce team came to an end during the November 4th aft...2023
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• Rumor Roundup: Major WWE talent cuts, Jade Cargill leaving AEW, Elias, more!

WWE.com Speculating on the rumors surrounding pro wrestling is a favored pastime of many fans, perhaps second only to actually watching the matches. In this daily column, we take a look at the latest rumors being churned out by the pro wrestling rumor mill. Important reminder: Rumors are just that — rumors. None of this has been confirmed as fact, it’s just circulating around the pro wrest...2023
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• Mandy Rose & Tino Sabatelli Call WWE’s Recent Talent Cuts ‘Bullsh*t’
During a recent edition of their “Power Alphas” podcast, former WWE Superstars Mandy Rose and Tino Sabbatelli discussed WWE’s latest talent releases, highlighting Gigi Dolin and Cora Jade’s response to rumors linking the cuts to some wrestlers being perceived as not working hard. Dolin and Jade denied accusations of laziness in their training. You can […] The post Man...2025
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• WWE Star Dolph Ziggler Reportedly Among Recent Talent Cuts

In perhaps the most surprising WWE release of today's unfortunate wave, former World Champion Dolph Ziggler has reportedly been let go....2023
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• Cora Jade Bids Farewell To WWE NXT Rival Dana Brooke Following Mass Talent Cuts

Cora Jade took to Instagram Thursday to pay tribute to her on-screen rival Dana Brooke after news broke that Brooke was one of many talents released from WWE....2023
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• WWE Releases Mustafa Ali, Emma, Rick Boogs, Aliyah, Riddick Moss, Top Dolla, Elias
WWE has began making post-merger talent cuts. Mustafa Ali was the first talent to break the news, as he took to social media on September 21 to reveal that he is no longer working with the company. Ali started with WWE since 2016, where he made his debut in the Cruiserweight Classic tournament. Throughout his tenure with the company, Ali wrestled on Raw, SmackDown, 205 Live, and most recently, NXT...2023
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• Tony Khan On The Boys’ AEW Release: They No-Showed Work Multiple Times, It’s Unacceptable

Tony Khan explains why The Boys were released by AEW earlier this week. All Elite Wrestling made several talent cuts on April 1, two of which were The Boys (Brandon and Brent Tate). Khan was asked by ProWrestling.net’s Jason Powell if he could comment on the reason behind all of the releases. Khan said that […] The post Tony Khan On The Boys’ AEW Release: They No-Showed Work Mult...2024
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• WWE releases Elias, Top Dolla, Rick Boogs, and more (UPDATING)

WWE.com Following Mustafa Ali and Emma’s statements earlier today about being gone from WWE, news of additional talent cuts has been expected. Fightful’s Sean Ross Sapp has confirmed that the following wrestlers have also been released by WWE: Elias Top Dolla Rick Boogs Riddick Moss There’s also Aliyah, who took to social media to reveal the news that she is no longer with WWE. As of ...2023
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• WWE Releases NXT Star And Former 15-Time 24/7 Champion Dana Brooke

Former 24/7 Champion Dana Brooke has been released from WWE amidst another wave of mass talent cuts....2023
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• John Cena, Big E, More Support Dolph Ziggler, Shelton Benjamin, Other Released WWE Stars
The wrestling world shows support for recently released WWE stars. On September 21, 2023, Dolph Ziggler, Mustafa Ali, Shelton Benjamin, Elias, Emma, Riddick Moss, Top Dolla, and others were released by WWE. Many wrestlers and top personalities took to social media throughout the day to show support to the released performers. One thousand five hundred and fifty four matches. @HEELZiggler #Respect...2023
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• Cora Jade opens up about issues prior to WWE release, AEW interest, more
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• Mandy Rose & Tino Sabatelli Call WWE’s Recent Talent Cuts ‘Bullsh*t’
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• 04/26 Dot Net Weekly audio show: Barnett and Powell discuss the WWE Draft, WWE talent cuts and a signing, TNA signings, Tony Khan wearing a neck brace during the NFL Draft, AEW Dynamite

By Jason Powell (@prowrestlingnet) and Jake... The post 04/26 Dot Net Weekly audio show: Barnett and Powell discuss the WWE Draft, WWE talent cuts and a signing, TNA signings, Tony Khan wearing a neck brace during the NFL Draft, AEW Dynamite appeared first on Pro Wrestling Dot Net....2024
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• Eddie Kingston Shares His Thoughts on AEW Talent Layoffs, Skye Blue Discusses Her Wrestling Career Ambitions, and Averno’s Role in MLW Reconsidered

Eddie Kingston, a prominent figure in the wrestling world, recently shared his thoughts on the talent cuts at All Elite Wrestling (AEW). This news comes amid a flurry of changes and developments within the professional wrestling industry. In other related news, Major League Wrestling (MLW) announced that CMLL wrestler Averno is scheduled to appear at […] The post Eddie Kingston Shares His Th...2024
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• Mace Reflects On WWE Discussing Him Having A Match With Brock Lesnar In 2019
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• Shawn Michaels Talks WWE Releases, Says There Are Times When You Have To Make Adjustments Creatively
Shawn Michaels comments on WWE releases and how the NXT brand adjusts to them. On Thursday, September 21, WWE released a number of performers from their contracts, just days after the company's merger with UFC was made official. Two names that were cut, Mustafa Ali and Dana Brooke, were involved in various storylines in NXT at the time of their release. On the recent NXT No Mercy media call, Shawn...2023
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• Backstage Update On Talla Tonga’s WWE Status
WWE star and member of the MFT stable, Talla Tonga, has not appeared on SmackDown since the April 17th episode, where he participated in the Andre the Giant Memorial Battle Royal. His absence from recent WWE programming has sparked speculation about his status with the company, particularly amid a series of WWE talent cuts. There […]...2026
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• Adam Pearce Posts Cryptic Tweet

Adam Pearce may have just dropped a subtle hint that has fans buzzing about possible backstage developments in WWE. The RAW General Manager survived his own position amid the company’s latest round of talent cuts. While several names were let go, Pearce remains in charge of Monday Night RAW. As is often the case, WWE’s […]...2026
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• Is Triple H Behind WWE’s Recent Talent Cuts?

New details are shedding light on who’s actually behind WWE’s latest round of roster cuts. On Friday, 23 talents were let go. Some of the names included The Wyatt Sicks, Aleister Black, Kairi Sane, Zelina Vega, and others. There has been speculation that TKO Group Holdings is behind the firings, are they are the ones […]...2026
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• WWE Talent On Edge Amid Rumors Of Possible Roster Cuts

There’s some nervous energy backstage in WWE right now as speculation about possible talent cuts starts making the rounds. Fightful Select reports that talk of roster cuts has spread enough ......2026
• Rumor – WWE Releases Coming Later Today?

Fightful Select is reporting that there’s been heavy speculation circulating about possible WWE talent cuts coming later today, to the point that some wrestlers are reportedly concerned. However, there’s been no confirmed information to support those rumors, and historically, news like this doesn’t surface until releases actually happen. It was added that several talents are […]...2026
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