The WWE is facing chaos as a sex scandal involving Vince McMahon has thrown the wrestling empire into disarray just before the Royal Rumble event and a recent deal with Netflix. McMahon, the executive chairman of TKO Group Holdings, is accused of sexual misconduct in a lawsuit filed by former staffer Janel Grant. The lawsuit alleges disturbing incidents, including McMahon defecating on Grant and trafficking her to other WWE executives. Another explosive claim involves McMahon instructing Grant to create sexual content for wrestler Brock Lesnar in a bid to sign him from UFC.
Despite the allegations, McMahon is unlikely to be fired due to the terms of his contract. This poses a problem for Netflix, which recently signed a $5 billion deal with TKO to stream WWE shows. McMahon’s grip on the company remains strong, with a bylaw stating he can only be removed if he dies, resigns, or is incapacitated. However, there are suggestions that McMahon may eventually step down on his own terms to avoid a firing and a potential severance sum.
In response to the lawsuit, McMahon’s legal team has dismissed the claims as lies and a distortion of the truth. TKO has stated that McMahon does not control the company or oversee WWE’s day-to-day operations, and they are addressing the allegations internally. The lawsuit has raised questions about how it may affect upcoming WWE events, including the Royal Rumble. Grant has broken her silence, expressing hope that the truth will come to light and bring peace to those affected by harm in the company.
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