The main event of WWE Money in the Bank on June 7, 2025, at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California, saw a hooded figure interfere in the high-stakes tag team match pitting Cody Rhodes and Jey Uso against John Cena and Logan Paul. The figure revealed himself to be R-Truth, who proceeded to attack Cena with the Undisputed WWE Championship belt, paving the way for a victory for Rhodes and Uso. The pop from the crowd was thunderous, a culmination of a week of fervent fan support.
The return was a shocking twist in a saga that began just six days earlier when R-Truth announced his WWE contract would not be renewed, leading to what was believed to be his release. The news was met with widespread disappointment and disbelief, sparking a powerful “We want Truth!” movement that echoed through arenas during RAW and SmackDown.
In the wake of R-Truth’s return, the spotlight has now turned to Carlito. Shortly after Truth’s initial announcement, Carlito also shocked fans by declaring his own exit from WWE, a significant blow to his storyline faction, The Judgment Day. With one star back in the fold, many are wondering if Carlito’s return is also imminent.
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However, a similar comeback for the Caribbean-style cool superstar appears unlikely. The driving force behind R-Truth’s swift return was the overwhelming and organic fan backlash to his departure. Carlito’s exit, while disappointing to many, did not generate the same level of widespread, vocal outcry. This difference in fan reaction is the primary reason that a WWE return for Carlito may not be on the cards.
R-Truth’s WWE Firing Was Real
The circumstances surrounding R-Truth’s return underscore the power of the WWE audience. Sources confirm his departure was genuine and not a scripted “work.” His original contract was expiring, and in the days leading up to Money in the Bank, a new deal was reportedly finalized, with WWE President Nick Khan personally reaching out to secure the agreement. R-Truth’s son later confirmed the new contract on social media.
When questioned about the surprising turn of events, WWE’s Chief Content Officer, Triple H, remained ambiguous, stating it was “all part of the show,” leaving fans to debate whether the return was a pivot in response to fan demand or a masterfully planned swerve.
Adding another layer to the narrative, WWE has officially changed R-Truth’s ring name to his real name, Ron Killings, a name he hasn’t used since his pre-WWE days in TNA Wrestling. New merchandise under the “Ron Killings” banner has already been released, suggesting a potential shift from his beloved comedic character to a more serious persona, a move that could capitalize on the massive momentum of his dramatic return. While the WWE Universe celebrates the return of Ron Killings, the prospect of a similar comeback for Carlito remains, for now, a matter of hopeful speculation rather than imminent reality.
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