Posted on 6/01/125 by Colin Vassallo
Fans are used to WWE releases and expect them every year,
sometimes more than once.
But no release has hit harder than the one for R-Truth. Ever
since the news hit the Internet earlier today that Truth’s
contract was not being renewed and he is out of the company,
fans and peers alike flooded social media with messages.
Rarely does this ever happen when WWE Superstars openly
express their feelings towards someone when they are
released, but they did so in droves for the 53-year-old,
never-aging, ball of fun Ron Killings.
Kevin Owens: “I’ve said many times that there are a few
people in this industry for whom I have unlimited respect,
love and admiration for. @RonKillings is at the very top of
that list. An incredible, timeless performer with an
unmatched ability to entertain and bring a smile to anyone
he encounters, be it the fans or every single person lucky
enough to have had the privilege to work alongside him. His
kindness, humility and infectious good nature makes him one
of the most beloved people I’ve met in this industry and the
void that his absence will leave in our locker room is
immeasurable. I love you, dude.”
Rhea Ripley: “In all seriousness, this is literally so
heartbreaking… Thank you Truth.”
Pat McAfee: “I love @RonKillings. It’s guaranteed joy when
he’s a part of a segment.. He’s also my dad’s favorite WWE
Superstar of all time. The McAfees are bummed aht but we all
know R Truth will continue to bless the world with his BIG
ass brain. THANK YOU TRUTH”
Big E: “No one made me laugh backstage more than Ron. I’ve
known this man for 13 years. He treated me like a brother
from the very first day. Never saw him in a bad mood. A man
who spread kindness and joy every chance he could.”
Chelsea Green: “@RonKillings walked so I could run. Funniest
man in wrestling. I can’t wait to see what you do next.”
Nia Jax: “R-Truth is a national treasure!!!!!!!”
Carmelo Hayes: “Thank you for everything you’ve done for the
business, the doors you opened and being a real OG to the
whole locker room. Taught me a lot about the game and how to
navigate this business. Ron Killings is timeless!”
Natalya: “You are a class act @RonKillings. You were amazing
to me since day one when I met you doing my first
independent wrestling show in the U.S. Last week I loved
seeing how excited you were for the championship match
against John Cena. You remind everyone around the world to
never lose that childlike wonder. I’m so proud to call you a
friend for life!”
Adam Pearce: “Thank you, @RonKillings. I will ALWAYS
appreciate you. TVL will have a lot less laughter coming
from it.”
Wade Barrett: “So many amazing memories with @RonKillings.
Truly one of one. Thank YOU for making the locker room
better for all of us. One hell of a run my friend”
Road Dogg: “I am heartbroken. It’s the nature of the beast;
the part of business that no one likes but the bean
counters. I love Ron the Truth Killings and I don’t care who
knows it. WHAT A RUN!”
Kelani Jordan: “Thank you for everything and for always
lightening up everyone’s day.”
Karmen Petrovic: “You always were & will always be the
TRUTH! You bring the light everywhere you go, thank you for
reminding us everyday life’s supposed to be fun.”
Shotzi: “I love R-Truth so much! Nobody’s presence on TV
made me smile, or laugh more than his.”
Tom Pestock (Baron Corbin): “Mind blowing! A true company
guy and amazing person! Thank you for everything in and out
of the ring my friend.”
Cedric Alexander: “All time great!!!!!”
Matthew Rehwoldt: “The number of times I’ve been on a card
with Ron and he was one of the most over performers on the
card – even if it was during a time when he wasn’t being
featured on TV – I can’t even count. One of the funniest and
best out there !”