Internal Office Layoffs Follow WWE and UFC’s Merger, Superstars Remain Unaffected
The recent merger between WWE and UFC has ushered in a wave of changes, especially for Vince McMahon’s WWE. The company has witnessed several layoffs as the dust settles, but these have predominantly been within the internal office structure.
It’s has been reported the release of Jamie Horowitz, who previously served as the Executive Vice President of Development and Digital for WWE. Catherine Newman, the Head of Marketing, and Amanda Bloom have also been let go. However, amidst the corporate reshuffling, the status of WWE’s talent roster has been a topic of speculation.
PW Insider has provided some clarity on this matter, stating that they haven’t received any information about talent releases. The current layoffs are confined to the corporate level. They further emphasized that there are no plans for talent cuts today.
Earlier reports had suggested potential cuts in WWE’s main roster and NXT. However, as of now, the talent remains unaffected. Following the WWE and UFC merger, the formation of the new company, TKO Holdings Group, is bound to influence WWE’s operations. Yet, it’s crucial to highlight that UFC and WWE will likely maintain separate media rights deals.
The broader implications of these internal changes, especially post the TKO merger, remain to be seen. The wrestling community will undoubtedly be watching closely.
