Mick Foley parts ways with WWE following Donald Trump’s Rob Reiner message

Mick Foley Parts Ways with WWE Over Trump’s Comments

On Tuesday, wrestling legend Mick Foley announced that he is officially ending his relationship with WWE. His decision comes in light of the company’s ongoing support for President Donald Trump, especially following what he deemed as Trump’s “incredibly cruel” response to the death of filmmaker Rob Reiner.

Foley is widely recognized for his significant contributions during WWE’s “Attitude Era.” He expressed that he’d been “concerned” about WWE’s alignment with Trump for quite a while, describing the president’s remarks about Reiner as a tipping point. “I can’t support a company that seems to shield a man who appears inconsiderate and is leading us toward tyranny,” Foley stated.

He further explained to WWE talent officials that as long as Trump remains in office, he won’t be appearing with the company. Furthermore, he indicated that he does not plan to renew his legends contract when it expires in June. “I have a deep affection for WWE and will always treasure my experiences there,” he added, quoting Popeye: “I will endure as long as I can, and I cannot endure any more.”

Rob Reiner, 78, and his wife, Michele, 68, were tragically found murdered in their Brentwood home recently. Their son has been charged with the crime.

In response to the news about Reiner, Trump stated on Truth Social that Reiner had “driven people crazy” with his vocal opposition to the president, further suggesting that the director suffered from “Trump Derangement Syndrome.”

Foley’s backlash echoed widespread criticism of Trump’s comments. Initially, he voiced his feelings on Instagram, decrying Trump’s “terrible and appalling insults.” He also questioned how any of his WWE colleagues could stand by Trump.

WWE has had a longstanding relationship with Trump, largely due to his friendship with Vince McMahon, the company’s founder, who resigned amid sexual assault allegations in January 2024. Trump has made various appearances on WWE broadcasts, including WrestleMania 23 back in 2007, and was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2013.

Reports suggest WWE had hoped for Trump to attend an upcoming event against John Cena on December 13 in D.C., but he opted not to. However, prominent figures like Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon were present at the venue.