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WWE Founder Vince McMahon Resigns Amid Sexual Assault Allegations: A Royal Rumble of Controversy

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A whirlwind of scandal hits WWE as Vince McMahon steps down amidst shocking accusations. The Royal Rumble event adds twists to the drama. Dive into the details!

In a turn of events as dramatic as a wrestling match, WWE's iconic figure, Vince McMahon, has resigned amidst allegations of sexual assault and trafficking. Former employees have brought to light disturbing claims, disrupting the wrestling mogul's legacy. Slim Jim, a long-time sponsor, hits pause on collaborations, reflecting the industry's shockwave. The Royal Rumble event, set as WWE's grand entrance to WrestleMania, becomes a battleground of uncertainty amidst the turmoil. Superstars like Gunther and Drew McIntyre vie for glory, overshadowed by the controversy surrounding McMahon.

As the dust settles, intriguing facts about the key players emerge. Cody Rhodes, a rising star, makes history with back-to-back Royal Rumble wins, a feat unseen in 26 years. The Rock teases a possible return, adding spice to the wrestling world. The buzz around a dream match between The Rock and Roman Reigns fuels anticipation among fans. Amidst the chaos, WWE's famed figures like Triple H navigate delicate waters, emphasizing positivity amidst the storm. The stage is set for WrestleMania 40, promising a spectacle that transcends the ring.

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WWE founder Vince McMahon resigns from post amid sexual ... (The Guardian)

Wrestling mogul is accused of physical and emotional abuse and sexual assault and trafficking by former employee.

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WWE's Vince McMahon resigns after sexual assault and trafficking ... (Aljazeera.com)

Former employee files lawsuit accusing McMahon and another executive of sexual assault, trafficking and emotional abuse.

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After Vince McMahon Exit From WWE Parent TKO Group, Slim Jim ... (Deadline)

Longtime WWE sponsor Slim Jim is pausing its promotional activities with the wrestling outfit in light of what it called "disturbing allegations" against ...

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WWE Royal Rumble 2024 live results: Match card, What to know ... (USA TODAY)

WWE's first premium live event of the year kicks off Saturday with the Royal Rumble, which officially begins the road to WrestleMania.

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WWE Royal Rumble 2024: The Rock And 5 Potential Surprise Entrants (Forbes)

WWE Royal Rumble 2024 could feature an earth-shattering surprise return for The Rock or these other major stars.

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Vince McMahon Resigns From WWE Parent Company Amid Sexual ... (TIME)

Vince McMahon resigned from WWE's parent company the day after a former employee filed a federal lawsuit accusing him of sexual misconduct.

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WWE Founder Vince McMahon Resigns After Sex Trafficking ... (Forbes)

A new lawsuit claims McMahon sexually trafficked a former employee, but it's not the first time he's been accused of sexual misconduct.

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Vince McMahon, WWE founder, resigns amid sex trafficking ... (KTVZ)

The allegations came to light in a lawsuit filed by a former WWE staffer, Janel Grant, who worked at the headquarters of the wrestling behemoth McMahon founded.

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WWE Royal Rumble 2024: Live updates, results, highlights (DAZN News US)

Superstars such as Cody Rhodes, CM Punk, Gunther and Drew McIntyre — to name a few — will all vie to be the last man standing in the Men's Royal Rumbl...

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2024 WWE Royal Rumble live stream, start time, how to watch ... (CBSSports.com)

Intercontinental champion Gunther had a record-setting run at last year's Rumble and recently called out world heavyweight champ Seth Rollins. Drew McIntyre is ...

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WWE boss Vince McMahon resigns after former employee files sex ... (The Independent)

McMahon denies sexual abuse and trafficking allegations levelled by former employee Janel Grant.

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WWE Stream: Royal Rumble 2024 Featuring CM Punk, Cody ... (Sports Illustrated)

CM Punk, Cody Rhodes, Becky Lynch, Bayley, and many other WWE superstars are ready for the Royal Rumble 2024 tonight. Here is a live stream of the Kickoff ...

Royal Rumble results 2024 (WWE)

Bayley won the Women's Royal Rumble Match to earn a Women's Championship Match at WrestleMania Bayley secured her spot at WrestleMania by outlasting 29 ...

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Cody Rhodes and The Real Winners and Losers from WWE Royal ... (Bleacher Report)

The 2024 Royal Rumble was fully focused on the two Royal Rumble matches. While there were two title matches involving top names like Roman Reigns and Logan…

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Royal Rumble winner Cody Rhodes agrees that Vince McMahon ... (USA TODAY)

Cody Rhodes shared his thoughts on the lawsuit filed against Vince McMahon, while Paul "Triple H" Levesque mostly deflected questions about it.

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WWE Royal Rumble 2024 Results: Winners, Live Grades, Reaction ... (Bleacher Report)

Welcome to Bleacher Report's live coverage of the 2024 WWE Royal Rumble. Here is the card for Saturday's show at Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg, ...

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Vince McMahon Faces New Wave of Sexual Assault Allegations ... (Vanity Fair)

Over two decades, the founder of the professional wrestling turned entertainment brand has reportedly paid millions out to women who accused him of sexual ...

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Vince McMahon, WWE founder, resigns amid sex trafficking ... (CNN)

Vince McMahon has resigned from his role as executive chairman of TKO, the parent company of WWE, the wrestling behemoth he founded.

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'Finish the story': Huge The Rock question hangs over WWE after ... (Fox Sports)

'Finish the story': Huge The Rock question hangs over WWE after surprise Royal Rumble ending.

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2024 WWE Royal Rumble: Rhodes beats Punk, heads to Philly to ... (ESPN)

Bayley has punched her ticket to WrestleMania 40, but who on the men's side will join her in Philadelphia?

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WWE Rumors: The Rock vs. Reigns 'Still Happening' After Cody ... (Bleacher Report)

The highly anticipated dream match between The Rock and Roman Reigns "is still happening," according to Wrestling Observer Radio's Dave Meltzer (via Andrew…

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Vince McMahon resigns from WWE parent company TKO after ... (Sky News)

WWE co-founder and wrestling icon Vince McMahon has resigned from the organisation's parent company after being accused of sexual misconduct and sex trafficking ...

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Sex Assault Claims Against Vince McMahon Shadow a W.W.E. ... (The New York Times)

Cody Rhodes emerged victorious from World Wrestling Entertainment's “Royal Rumble” on Saturday night, an annual marquee event for the company that ...

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Paul 'Triple H' Levesque makes public comments after WWE ... (CNN)

Paul “Triple H” Levesque, the chief content officer at World Wrestling Entertainment, made his first public comments after Vince McMahon resigned Friday ...

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Vince McMahon resigns from WWE after former employee files ... (PBS NewsHour)

Wrestling icon Vince McMahon resigned Friday from WWE's parent company the day after a former employee filed a federal lawsuit accusing him and another ...

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WWE's Triple H on McMahon lawsuit: 'I choose to focus on the positive' (NewsNation Now)

WWE's chief content officer Triple H deflected questions about the lawsuit on his father-in-law Vince McMahon, during the Royal Rumble event.

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Cody Rhodes first to win WWE men's Royal Rumble consecutively in ... (kslnewsradio.com)

After 26 years, Cody Rhodes is the first pro wrestler in 26 years to win WWE's men's Royal Rumble back-to-back with a win in 2023 and 2024.

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WWE's Royal Rumble 2024 Delivers Stunning Star-Studded Show (jacksonprogress-argus)

The road to WrestleMania 40 officially kicked off in grand fashion on January 27 with the 2024 Royal Rumble. More than a reported 48,000 fans packed Tropicana ...

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