Hall of Famer Ends WWE Ties After Trump's Comment on Rob Reiner

Mick Foley Announces Break with WWE Over Trump's Remarks

Mick Foley, a WWE Hall of Famer and New York Times bestselling author, has made a significant decision to cut ties with the company due to its association with former President Donald Trump. This move comes after a series of events that have led Foley to take a strong stance against the company's relationship with the former leader.

Foley announced his decision on Tuesday morning through an Instagram post. The caption read, "PARTING WAYS WITH WWE." In his message, he expressed his concerns about WWE's close relationship with Trump, particularly in light of the administration's treatment of immigrants and others who "look like an immigrant."

He further elaborated, stating that reading the President's comments following the death of Rob Reiner was the final straw for him. "While I have been concerned about WWE's close relationship with Donald Trump for several months — especially in light of his administration’s ongoing cruel and inhumane treatment of immigrants (and pretty much anyone who 'looks like an immigrant') — reading the President's incredibly cruel comments in the wake of Rob Reiner's death is the final straw for me," he wrote.

Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele, were found dead in their Los Angeles home on Sunday afternoon. Their son, Nick, is currently being charged with two counts of first-degree murder in connection with the deaths. The Los Angeles County District Attorney announced this on Tuesday.

On Monday, Trump took to Truth Social to comment on the deaths of Reiner and his wife. His statement was met with immediate backlash. "A very sad thing happened last night in Hollywood. Rob Reiner, a tortured and struggling, but once very talented movie director and comedy star, has passed away, together with his wife, Michele, reportedly due to the anger he caused others through his massive, unyielding, and incurable affliction with a mind-crippling disease known as TRUMP DERANGEMENT SYNDROME, sometimes referred to as TDS," he wrote.

This statement sparked widespread criticism from the public and media alike.

Foley's Stance on WWE and Trump

Foley, who has been open about his views on various social issues, stated that he "no longer wishes to represent a company that coddles a man so seemingly void of compassion as he marches our country towards autocracy." He informed WWE's Talent Relations on Monday night of his decision and emphasized that he would not be making any appearances for the company as long as Trump remains in office.

Foley's decision highlights the growing concern among public figures about the influence of political figures on entertainment companies. It also underscores the importance of aligning with values that promote compassion and humanity.

“Additionally, I will not be signing a new Legends deal when my current one expires in June,” he continued. “I love WWE, will always treasure my time with them, and I am deeply appreciative for all the opportunities they afforded me. But, in the words of Popeye the sailor, ‘I stands all I can stands, and I can’t stands no more.'”

Trump has had a long history with the WWE.

He’s appeared on-screen and in the ring at various events and at multiple Wrestlemanias, which are equivalent to the Super Bowl within the wrestling world. In 2013, he was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame.

He’s also a longtime friend of WWE co-founder Vince McMahon and his estranged wife, Linda, who is currently serving as the Trump administration’s Secretary of Education. Previously, Linda served as the administrator of the Small Business Administration during Trump’s first term from 2017 to 2019.

Hollywood shocked by Rob Reiner’s tragic passing

Linda’s son-in-law, Paul Levesque, who is known by his WWE persona Triple H, was appointed to the President’s Council on Sports, Fitness and Nutrition in 2025 as the council’s vice chair.

Levesque, who has since retired from wrestling, is currently the WWE’s Chief Content Officer, head of creative and is an executive producer.

Foley, who’s often regarded as one of the greatest wrestlers within professional wrestling, is a three-time WWE champion, Hardcore champion and eight-time Tag Team champion.

During his time with the company, he went head-to-head with major names like The Rock, Stone Cold Steve Austin, The Undertaker and many more.

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