In a shocking turn of events, former WWE staffer Janel Grant has filed a lawsuit against Vince McMahon, the former chairman of WWE and current executive chairman of TKO Holdings, accusing him of sexual assault and trafficking. Grant alleges that McMahon not only sexually assaulted her but also coerced her into engaging in sexual encounters with WWE officials and talent, promising her career advancement in return.
Grant’s lawsuit further claims that McMahon attempted to arrange a sexual encounter between her and a “former UFC Champion” who the WWE was negotiating a contract with. Although sources familiar with the situation speculate that the person in question is Brock Lesnar, the meeting never transpired. Grant, however, alleges that McMahon instructed her to send explicit photos to the star.
In 2022, Grant signed a nondisclosure agreement (NDA) with McMahon, who agreed to pay her $3 million. However, the WWE received an anonymous tip about their relationship, prompting a board investigation that uncovered additional payments by McMahon to other women. As a result, McMahon temporarily stepped down from his role at WWE but later returned to the board ahead of WWE’s merger with UFC to form TKO.
Despite the NDA, Grant claims that McMahon continued to abuse her. She alleges that in their last meeting, McMahon requested that she perform oral sex on him. The NDA was subsequently invalidated when McMahon ceased making payments after an initial installment of $1 million.
Grant’s new lawsuit is aimed at nullifying the original agreement with McMahon and seeks unspecified financial damages. This recent legal action follows another settlement that McMahon reached with Rita Chatterton, a former referee who sued him for harassment and assault. The details of the settlement remain undisclosed.
These allegations against Vince McMahon have serious implications for both his personal reputation and the WWE brand. As the lawsuit unfolds, it remains to be seen how TKO Holdings, WWE, and the wider wrestling community will respond. The outcome of this case could potentially shape the landscape of professional wrestling and influence the way misconduct accusations are handled in the industry.
The allegations brought forth by Janel Grant against Vince McMahon have sent shockwaves through the world of professional wrestling. The lawsuit alleges sexual assault, trafficking, and a breach of trust by one of the most influential figures in the industry. As the legal battle unfolds, the consequences of these allegations could be far-reaching and have a lasting impact on the future of McMahon and the organizations he is associated with.
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