Vince McMahon shocked the WWE Universe with the announcement of his retirement. Vince McMahon took to Twitter and stated that he had decided to retire at the age of 77. He thanked the WWE Universe and added the words “Then. Now. Forever. Together”.
According to the PWInsider reports, WWE locker room has had a “pretty positive” reaction to the aforementioned news. There was an element of surprise as many expected him to continue being a part of the company in different capacities over the next few years.
At 77, time for me to retire.
Thank you, WWE Universe.
Then. Now. Forever. Together. #WWE #thankful— Vince McMahon (@VinceMcMahon) July 22, 2022
Superstars backstage are most excited at the prospect of “new energy” taking over the creative team. The report asserts that younger talents believe that a new direction will help the company establish a stronger connection with the audience moving forward.