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WWE Spent 15% of Revenue on Talent in 2022

Posted by admin on April 17th, 2026

WWE allocated a significant portion of its revenue to talent in 2022, according to newly surfaced financial details from a court filing.

A report from POST Wrestling, citing the documents, states that WWE spent approximately $195 million on talent that year. This figure includes both main roster and developmental performers and represents about 15% of the company’s total revenue of $1.29 billion.

The filing also provided insight into average earnings. Main roster talent reportedly averaged around $1.5 million in 2022, although that number may be influenced by higher-paid top stars. The report noted a substantial increase compared to 2020, when the average was approximately $890,000, nearly doubling over a two-year span.

The documents were prepared for a WWE Board meeting in early 2023 and became public as part of an ongoing shareholder lawsuit related to the company’s merger. While the figures are a few years old, they offer a rare look at WWE’s internal compensation structure.

According to the presentation, WWE expects talent compensation to remain steady at around 15% of total revenue moving forward. Projections included in the filing indicate that this percentage is expected to hold through at least 2028.

While individual salaries were not disclosed, the filing did highlight several contract updates. Roman Reigns, Bray Wyatt, Logan Paul, Cody Rhodes, and Braun Strowman were listed among top names who signed renewals totaling $15 million. Brock Lesnar’s contract renewal was listed separately at $4 million.

Additional talent also received structured increases. Bianca Belair, The Street Profits, Gable Steveson, Rhea Ripley, Asuka, and Baron Corbin were noted as receiving annual step-ups totaling $2 million.

The information outlines how WWE structures talent pay relative to its overall business, showing both growth in average salaries and a consistent percentage of revenue dedicated to performers.

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WWE Planning Unique WrestleMania 42 Stage Design With Fan Seating

Posted by admin on April 17th, 2026

WWE is reportedly introducing a major change to its presentation for WrestleMania 42, with a redesigned stage aimed at creating a more immersive experience for fans.

According to PWInsider, the new setup will feature seating directly built into the stage itself. Fans will be positioned on both sides of the structure, while a central entrance aisle will run down the middle. This layout is expected to bring the audience closer to the action and make entrances feel more integrated with the crowd.

The report notes: “Fans will be seated directly on the stage. The new setup will now have seats on both sides, with an entrance aisle going down the center.”

In addition to the seating change, the stage will include two large square columns placed on each side. These structures are designed to frame wrestler entrances and enhance the visual presentation throughout the show.

Because of the updated design, WWE is also adjusting how pyrotechnics will be used. The report indicates that pyro elements will be relocated behind the stage, likely to accommodate the new seating arrangement and ensure safety.

The redesigned stage represents a shift in how WWE presents WrestleMania, focusing on fan interaction and a different visual layout compared to previous years. By placing fans directly within the stage structure, the company appears to be aiming for a more unique atmosphere for its biggest event.

WrestleMania 42 will take place at Allegiant Stadium across two nights, April 18 and April 19.

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The Miz Says WrestleMania Match Could Happen at Any Time

Posted by admin on April 17th, 2026

The Miz is not currently scheduled for a match at WrestleMania 42, but based on his past experience, that situation could change without much notice.

Speaking on the Throwbacks Podcast, Miz recalled how quickly plans shifted during a previous WrestleMania at SoFi Stadium. He revealed that he did not know he would be competing until the day of the event.

“SoFi stadium, I didn’t find out till day of, that afternoon. They were like, yeah, you probably can have a match tonight. And I’m like, wait, what? Huh? And then it’s like, this is WrestleMania. This is what we build for.”

Miz explained that he stays ready for any role WWE might need him to fill, whether it involves wrestling, hosting, or other responsibilities during the show.

“I’ve prepared myself to where I can be put into any situation. I feel like WWE prepares you for everything. If you need to do a movie or a television show, you need to do something improv, you need to do any type of thing, hosting, whatever, it prepares you for it. And so I feel like I’m always well prepared for anything, any obstacle that comes in my way. So if they need me for a match, impromptu right then and there, I can definitely go out and put on the best match possible.”

He also suggested that there are still surprises planned for WrestleMania weekend that have not been announced publicly.

“I have a bunch of stuff that I have to do at WrestleMania that people don’t know about yet, but we always like to sneak things in.”

Miz even joked about stepping into a hosting role if needed, referencing John Cena.

“If they want me to take over hosting duties from John Cena, then I’ll do that as well.”

When asked about when he might find out if he is competing this year, Miz made it clear there is no set timeline.

“So when SoFi stadium, I didn’t find out till day of. At WrestleMania, this is what we build for. But the thing is, I’ve prepared myself to where I can be put into any situation.”

He also reflected on that WrestleMania appearance, where he went from hosting to wrestling twice across both nights, including moments involving Snoop Dogg.

“I didn’t have a match when I hosted SoFi stadium, like two nights, and then I had two matches. Both nights got People’s Elbowed by Snoop Dogg. So I mean, you never know what is going to happen in WWE and at WrestleMania.”

With WrestleMania 42 approaching, Miz’s comments highlight how quickly plans can change and why he remains prepared for any role.

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Shawn Michaels Explains Why Trick Williams Turned Heel in NXT

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Shawn Michaels has shared the reasoning behind Trick Williams’ heel turn in NXT, making it clear the decision was based on development rather than creative fatigue.

Speaking alongside Paul Levesque in a sit-down interview with Variety, Michaels explained that Williams needed a shift in perspective to grow as a performer. He felt Williams’ babyface run relied too heavily on his opponents to drive matches, and turning heel would force him to better understand the full dynamic.

“I felt like we needed him to be a heel. Because in my mind, he hadn’t quite understood the benefits of what your heels do for you as a babyface, and I needed him to kind of jump on that other side to try to understand that. Now he was going to have to be that guy that certainly gets his stuff over and continues to do his stuff, but has to now make that other individual, and to understand how much work and effort and psychology goes into that and appreciate it. So when somebody’s doing it for you, you appreciate it. And to understand that it’s a mutual business partnership that you have with the individual going out there.”

Michaels added that Williams was someone he saw as a potential centerpiece for NXT, but emphasized that he would not hold talent back if they were ready to move forward.

“Here’s one that I would have loved to have been able to build a brand around, but I’m never going to keep guys from success. That’s something I don’t ever certainly want to do.”

Triple H also shared insight into a recent conversation with Williams, reflecting on his time in NXT and the challenges he faced along the way.

“I just said it to Trick the other night. He gets the WrestleMania match, and he’s so excited, and he was being thankful for all the positioning. And I said, look, I’m thankful that you’re ready to get there. I said, so now look back on the frustration that you had of being in a time where you knew you were ready. In your mind, we were screwing you over by keeping you in developmental. But we were getting you ready for this. We believed you weren’t quite ready yet, and that you could benefit more, even if it was just slightly, from baking a little bit longer.”

Williams is now set for a major opportunity at WrestleMania 42, where he will challenge Sami Zayn for the United States Championship on April 19 at Allegiant Stadium.

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Backstage News On Whether Vince McMahon Is Expected To Appear At WWE Hall Of Fame

Posted by admin on April 17th, 2026

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There will be many clinging to the past with a white-knuckle grip who will be disappointed at the confirmation McMahon is very, more than likely, not going to be at the ceremony on Friday. Others may see it as an obvious development, considering the sheer levels of corporate radioactivity emanating from him.

For all the claims that “women make stuff up,” it does seem a rather tall order for a single staffer to convince the DOJ, the FBI, the SEC, and then all the attorneys that there is smoke without at least one glancing at an ember flickering in the distance. And that alone should be enough to abandon the idea that he should come back. The path of least resistance would be to simply defend and exonerate oneself in court, as is being pushed for by every party but the defendants across several states.

There’s just too much noise for it all to be untrue in some regard, and even if one was to strip all the legality of things it’s just not behavior becoming of an executive officer in a company that actively markets itself to children.

Stephanie McMahon is being inducted, not her father, and chances are that may only come posthumously once grief and revision play their part in the WWE canon. Presuming she was merely an innocent bystander, a naive observer, then this should be her night. Much can be said about the hyperbole surrounding her contributions to the company and the sport, but she did play a part and it’s her moment to accept the praise for it. That doesn’t need to be marred by the alleged sins of the father.