Known as the man behind WWE as we know it today, he is controversial. Vince McMahon It will be the subject of six parts. Netflix Documentary series It is scheduled to premiere next September.McMahon purchased the World Wrestling Federation from his father in 1982, raising it to heights no one could have predicted before it was renamed. WWE In 2002, he stepped down from the company after 20 years in the wake of allegations of sexual misconduct and hush money, but returned long enough in 2023 to facilitate its sale to Endeavor Group Holdings, which merged WWE and UFC under one umbrella called TKO Group Holdings. While he managed to serve as CEO of the newly formed entity, McMahon said his final goodbyes in January 2024, officially resigning after damning allegations of sexual misconduct and sex trafficking.
According to Variety, the Netflix documentary series, titled Mr. McMahonThis book will cover the early years of the controversial man’s life, right up to the recent allegations of misconduct. The book promises to be a “no-holds-barred” look at McMahon, and includes interviews with those closest to the wrestling giant, as well as the journalists responsible for uncovering the allegations that ultimately led to his downfall. Check out the full synopsis below to learn more about McMahon. Mr. McMahon, Which will premiere on September 25 on Netflix.
“Mr. McMahon tells the story of the rise and fall of Vince McMahon, the controversial businessman and co-founder of WWE. From his transformation of WWE from a small regional company to a global entertainment powerhouse to the explosive sexual misconduct allegations that led to his eventual resignation, this six-part series offers an in-depth look at McMahon’s life and his enduring franchise.
“From more than 200 hours of interviews with McMahon himself (before his resignation), his family members, his business partners and some of the most famous names in wrestling history, as well as the journalists who exposed McMahon’s allegations – filmmaker Chris Smith (Tiger King) and executive producer Bill Simmons (30 for 30) deliver a bold, no-holds-barred look at one of the most enigmatic figures in sports entertainment.”
Vince McMahon's Latest Allegations Explained
In January 2024, just days after WWE announced a $5 billion partnership with Netflix that would see its flagship show, Monday Night Rawwhich will move its U.S. headquarters to the streaming giant in 2025, has been sued by former employee Janelle Grant. She accuses McMahon of sexual assault and trafficking, detailing the horrific events she allegedly endured not only at the hands of the legendary promoter, but also others in his inner circle, including former WWE head of talent relations John Laurinaitis.
The lawsuit also alleges that despite Grant being fired from WWE and signing a non-disclosure agreement in March 2022, McMahon continued to attempt to traffic her to a wrestler later that year. As such, the lawsuit is currently on hold, with the Department of Justice opening its own investigation into McMahon, Laurinaitis, and WWE for human trafficking allegations.
“Ms. Grant has agreed to the request of the United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York to discontinue her case against Mr. McMahon, WWE and Mr. Laurinaitis, pursuant to a pending non-public investigation.” Grant's attorney, Anne Callis, said in a statement earlier this year about the Justice Department's investigation: “We will cooperate with all appropriate steps forward.”
With WWE more commercially popular than ever, it’s hard to say at this point where things will go. These allegations could lead to jail time for McMahon and others, further tarnishing the company’s already tarnished reputation. We’ll bring you more news as it becomes available, and you can check out Mr. McMahon When it premieres on Netflix on September 25.
