Vince McMahon resigned as TKO Executive Chairman and from the TKO Board of Directors after former employee Janel Grant filed a lawsuit against McMahon, WWE, and former executive John Laurinaitis.
The lawsuit accused McMahon of sex trafficking, emotional abuse, and sexual assault, which gained significant media attention.
Appearing on today’s edition of The Howard Stern Show, John Cena discussed the allegations made against his former boss. He said,
“I don’t think it’s complicated to talk about. It’s complicated to listen to. That’s why I don’t necessarily put a lot of time and equity into it. There’s still a long way to go. I can say this, I’m a big advocate of love and friendship and honesty, and communication, in the same breath, I’m also a big advocate of accountability. If someone’s behavior lies so far outside of your value system that the balance shifts of, ‘I can’t operate in a world where this works.’ That’s the end result of being accountable.”
He continued, “Right now, I’m gonna love the person I love, be their friend. ‘I love you, you have a hill to climb.’ There is the saying of, ‘You don’t know who your friends are until shit hits the fan or your back is against the wall.’ That doesn’t make any of what’s going on any easier to swallow. Just telling someone you love them, it’s a hill to climb, and we’ll see what happens.’ That’s that. It sounds so cliche, but it has to be one day at a time. I’ve openly said, I love the guy, I have a great relationship with the guy, and that’s that. It’s largely my construct of operating with honesty and communication. Those are strong leads to handling any problem or achievement. The whole thing is super unfortunate and it sucks. It deals with an individual I love and an entity I love. I want everyone to have the experience that I have. Not only do I tell a friend that I love them, but I switch to the entity and say, ‘How can I help?’”
In a shocking turn of events, Vince McMahon, the Executive Chairman of TKO, has resigned from his position and the TKO Board of Directors. This decision comes after former employee Janel Grant filed a lawsuit against McMahon, WWE, and former executive John Laurinaitis. The lawsuit alleges sex trafficking, emotional abuse, and sexual assault, which has garnered significant media attention.
The allegations made against McMahon have raised concerns and sparked discussions among many, including former WWE superstar John Cena. During an appearance on The Howard Stern Show, Cena shared his thoughts on the matter. He emphasized that while the topic may not be easy to discuss, it is crucial to listen to the victims. Cena stressed the importance of love, friendship, honesty, and communication, but also highlighted the need for accountability.
Cena expressed his support for the person he loves and considers a friend, but also acknowledged that there is a hill to climb in terms of accountability. He stated that true friends reveal themselves in difficult times and that he will continue to stand by his loved one. However, he also recognized the gravity of the situation and the need for progress to be made.
The WWE superstar emphasized the significance of taking things one day at a time and approaching problems with honesty and communication. He expressed his love for both the individual involved and the entity of WWE. Cena’s approach is rooted in his desire for everyone to have a positive experience and for problems to be addressed and resolved.
The entire situation is undoubtedly unfortunate and distressing for all parties involved. Cena’s stance reflects his commitment to supporting his loved one while also acknowledging the need for accountability and progress. He concluded by stating that he is willing to help in any way he can, both as a friend and as a member of the WWE community.
As this lawsuit continues to unfold, it is essential to remember the importance of listening to victims, promoting accountability, and working towards creating a safe and inclusive environment for all individuals. The outcome of this case will undoubtedly have a significant impact on the wrestling industry and the reputation of those involved.