STAMFORD, CT – WWE is facing serious criticism following a lawsuit filed by Janel Grant against the company, Vince McMahon, and John Laurinaitis, alleging sexual assault, exploitation, and trafficking during her time of employment. The lawsuit has raised concerns about a toxic culture within WWE that allows such actions to occur.
According to reports, reactions to the lawsuit within WWE have been emotional, with one WWE star expressing deep sadness after reading the lawsuit and realizing that the company’s efforts to gain McMahon’s approval may not have been reciprocated. The lawsuit has also reportedly caused trauma among women on the roster, leading to fears that more individuals may come forward with similar allegations in the future.
Amidst the controversy, WWE management has not directly addressed the situation, instead focusing on the success of the Royal Rumble event and a lucrative broadcasting deal with Netflix. Some within the company have questioned the response of WWE CCO Paul Levesque, who claimed not to have read the lawsuit directly following the Royal Rumble. Levesque, who is McMahon’s son-in-law, is one of the last remaining family members working in WWE, following the departure of his wife, Stephanie McMahon, and the absence of Shane McMahon.
The lawsuit and its aftermath have put WWE under intense scrutiny, raising questions about the company’s internal culture and leadership. As the legal proceedings continue, the case has sparked conversations about accountability and transparency within the professional wrestling industry.