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R-Truth’s surprise return at Money in the Bank 2025 was one of the feel-good moments of the year, but a new behind-the-scenes revelation shows just how close it came to never happening. The second season of WWE Unreal, which premiered today on Netflix, pulls the curtain back on the stressful hours leading up to the event, confirming that Truth was not even under contract when he arrived at the arena.
Down to the Wire
The documentary reveals that negotiations dragged on until the very day of the show. Triple H is shown confirming that the deal was still being worked on behind the scenes as production crews prepared for the broadcast. R-Truth himself detailed an emotional, hour-long conversation with WWE President Nick Khan on the day of the event, which was pivotal in resolving his concerns.
Bruce Prichard noted that the decision to close the show with R-Truth’s return was only made after the ink was dry, mere hours before his music hit.
A Long-Term Commitment
Perhaps most surprisingly, the episode debunks early reports that this was a short-term “farewell” run for the veteran. It was confirmed that R-Truth signed a four-year deal with a three-year option—a potential seven-year commitment. This massive contract signals that WWE sees the 54-year-old not as a nostalgia act, but as a long-term asset for years to come.
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