Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson’s Earth-Shattering WWE Return Overshadows a Dark Day In WWE’s History

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In a seismic moment, Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson returned to WWE after four years, shaking up the wrestling world. Denver's Ball Arena hosted an electrifying SmackDown episode, surprising fans. The Rock's comeback stole the spotlight, but a somber shadow hung over WWE on this day, marking a dark chapter in its history. [{ "selector": ".wgcsa-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateX(calc(360px - 318px))", "opacity": "1"}, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateX(0)", "opacity": "1"} ] }]

The WWE and UFC Merge, Giving Birth to TKO Holdings Group

During The Rock's comeback, WWE and UFC merged to form TKO Holdings Group, with Vince McMahon unveiling a new look, marking a historic moment set to transform sports entertainment.

The WWE's Heartbreaking Layoffs - Over 100 Employees Affected

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After the merger, WWE shocked fans and employees with massive layoffs announced by President Nick Khan on September 15. Reports suggest over 100 employees affected, including a drastic reduction in the Insight & Analytical team from 20 to just 3 members. Layoffs spanned various departments, signaling a grim post-merger outlook. Khan's memo on September 14 justified the layoffs as a necessary step for a smooth transition to TKO Holdings Group.

A Dark Day in WWE's History Amidst The Rock's Resurgence

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On September 12, 2023, the UFC and WWE merged into TKO Holdings Group, but it was marred by significant layoffs. Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson's WWE return overshadowed this, but it reminds us that business decisions can affect sports entertainment. WWE's future with TKO Holdings is uncertain while The Rock captivates audiences worldwide.

“I Remember Grabbing Onto His Arm”: Dwayne Johnson’s 22-Year-Old Moana Co-Star Once Revealed An Embarrassing Detail About Their First Meeting

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Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson’s Earth-Shattering WWE Return Overshadows a Dark Day In WWE’s History

The WWE and UFC Merge, Giving Birth to TKO Holdings Group

During The Rock's comeback, WWE and UFC merged to form TKO Holdings Group, with Vince McMahon unveiling a new look, marking a historic moment set to transform sports entertainment.

The WWE's Heartbreaking Layoffs - Over 100 Employees Affected

A Dark Day in WWE's History Amidst The Rock's Resurgence

“I Remember Grabbing Onto His Arm”: Dwayne Johnson’s 22-Year-Old Moana Co-Star Once Revealed An Embarrassing Detail About Their First Meeting

“Leave Them Out of It”: Dwayne Johnson Once Publicly Called Out ‘Manipulative’ Vin Diesel for Using Deceased Co-star Paul Walker to Settle Their Beef

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