WWE ended up releasing Bray Wyatt on Saturday. Wyatt was reportedly released due to budget cuts and informed by Head of Relations John Laurantis about the decision.
Wyatt had just been medically cleared to return to in-ring action and was advertised for WWE shows later this month. However, due to Wyatt’s big-money contract, he was let go.
Andrew Zarian of the Mat Men Podcast reported the following:
“I’m hearing a lot of frustration from the networks regarding Bray release.
“Bray’s released is really disappointing and a little scary that top stars are being let go” – network source
You have to remember perception is everything.”
Wyatt had not been seen on WWE television since losing to Randy Orton at WrestleMania 37.