Jesse Ventura's WWE Contract Ends After On-Air Remark

Jesse Ventura, the WWE Hall of Famer known for his colorful commentary and wrestling career, is no longer under contract with WWE following his absence from the promotion's most recent Saturday Night's Main Event broadcast, according to industry reports. The development comes as Ventura's digital likeness prepares for a return in the video game WWE 2K25, highlighting his enduring legacy despite the shift in his live involvement.

Ventura, inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2004, rejoined the company in late 2024 for a nostalgia-driven role on the revived Saturday Night's Main Event specials. Reports indicated he had signed a one-year deal to provide commentary for the four planned 2025 events. His participation began with positive fan reception, but his on-air presence diminished after an incident during the May 25, 2025, edition.

That night, Ventura called the steel cage match between Drew McIntyre and Damian Priest. The bout ended controversially when Priest exited through the cage door, prompting Ventura to question the finish live on air with a blunt remark: "Wait a minute! What kind of BS is that?" The comment drew laughter from production staff behind the scenes, and WWE...