As you all know by now, Vince McMahon resigned from WWE following allegations of sex trafficking, sexual assault and more. While the former WWE CEO has denied all of the allegations as you’d expect, there is a criminal investigation ongoing. John Laurinaitis was also named in the lawsuit, and his lawyer sent out a statement to state that he was also a “victim” of McMahon.
According to a report from Fightful Select, nobody seems to know who the unnamed executives in the lawsuit could be. One source believes whoever the people are would probably be “long been gone from WWE.” Another source added that Laurinaitis was being set up to become Vince McMahon’s “fall guy” and had been viewed that way since the summer of 2022. With that being said, Laurinaitis had a “golden parachute” to set him up financially after he left the company. It is believed that the reason Laurinaitis “flipped” on McMahon is due to actual charges potentially being filed.
As far as the talent are concerned, they haven’t been briefed or told they can’t talk about the lawsuit with the media. It is said that no other companies are taking part in the investigations, although talent from several US-based companies have been told they can talk about or take part in the investigations if they are interested in doing so. One former WWE talent has been thinking about telling their story to the media or even taking legal action in the near future. The identity of this person will remain private as they didn’t give permission to release their name just yet.
Some feel that Laurinaitis likely believes he is “doing himself favors” by saying management knew about the Ashley Massaro allegations. As we previously reported here on eWn, Laurinaitis’ lawyer said WWE higher-ups knew about the Massaro allegations and claims all proper protocols were followed. With that being said, a source noted that “too many things happened there under his watch.”
Several media outlets were in contact with Massaro in early 2019 to set up interviews, but she didn’t appear interested in giving them and didn’t want to provide any additional details on being raped on a WWE trip to Kuwait in 2006.
Title: Vince McMahon Resigns from WWE Amidst Allegations: John Laurinaitis Implicated
Introduction:
In a shocking turn of events, Vince McMahon, the former CEO of WWE, has resigned from his position following serious allegations of sex trafficking, sexual assault, and more. While McMahon has vehemently denied these allegations, a criminal investigation is currently underway. Notably, John Laurinaitis, another prominent figure in the wrestling industry, has also been named in the lawsuit. This article aims to shed light on the ongoing situation and its potential implications for the wrestling world.
Unveiling the Unnamed Executives:
According to a report from Fightful Select, the identities of the unnamed executives mentioned in the lawsuit remain unknown. Speculation suggests that these individuals may have already left WWE. Moreover, it is believed that Laurinaitis was being positioned as McMahon’s “fall guy” since the summer of 2022. However, Laurinaitis had secured a “golden parachute” to ensure his financial stability after leaving the company. The motive behind Laurinaitis turning against McMahon is thought to be the possibility of actual charges being filed against him.
Talent’s Reaction and Potential Legal Action:
As far as the talent within WWE is concerned, they have not been briefed on the lawsuit or instructed to refrain from discussing it with the media. While no other companies are currently involved in the investigations, talent from various US-based wrestling organizations have been informed that they can participate or speak out if they wish to do so. In fact, one former WWE talent is contemplating sharing their story with the media or pursuing legal action in the near future. However, their identity remains undisclosed at this time.
Laurinaitis’s Role and Accountability:
Some speculate that Laurinaitis may believe he is doing himself favors by implicating management’s knowledge of the Ashley Massaro allegations. Laurinaitis’s lawyer has claimed that WWE higher-ups were aware of the allegations and followed proper protocols. However, a source has pointed out that “too many things happened there under his watch,” suggesting that Laurinaitis may bear some responsibility for the events that transpired.
Ashley Massaro’s Story:
The article also mentions Ashley Massaro, a former WWE talent who tragically passed away in 2019. Several media outlets had attempted to arrange interviews with Massaro earlier that year, but she showed little interest and declined to provide further details about her alleged rape during a WWE trip to Kuwait in 2006. While Massaro’s story is not directly linked to the ongoing lawsuit, it highlights the importance of addressing and preventing such incidents within the wrestling industry.
Conclusion:
The resignation of Vince McMahon from WWE amidst serious allegations has sent shockwaves throughout the wrestling community. With ongoing investigations and potential legal action on the horizon, the repercussions of these allegations are far-reaching. As the situation continues to unfold, it is crucial for the wrestling industry to prioritize the well-being and safety of its talent while addressing any systemic issues that may exist.