Liputan6.com, Jakarta - World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) legend and Hall of Fame member Mick Foley officially announced his departure from the company on December 16, 2025 after Foley voiced his deep concerns about WWE's close relationship with former United States President Donald Trump.
Foley stated that a series of events, particularly Trump's "very cruel" comments following the death of Rob Reiner, were the final catalyst for his decision.
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Foley, known for his iconic wrestling personas such as Cactus Jack, Mankind, and Dude Love, has been an integral part of WWE history for years.
This departure not only includes his performances but also his "Legends deal" contract, which was set to expire in June 2026 and will not be renewed.
He stated that he no longer wants to represent a company that "coddles a man who appears to have no compassion as he leads our country toward autocracy."
Mick Foley's Reasons for Parting with WWE
Mick Foley's decision to part ways with WWE stemmed from months-long concerns about the company's relationship with Donald Trump.
Foley specifically highlighted the Trump administration's inhumane treatment of immigrants as a key factor.
However, the final straw was the President's "very cruel comments following the death of Rob Reiner."
Foley revealed that he no longer wanted to represent a company that "coddled a man who seemed to have no compassion as he led our country toward autocracy."
He felt it was important to be on the "right side of history" when future generations question why society remained silent.
In a social media post, Foley expressed his gratitude for the time and opportunities WWE had given him, quoting Popeye the Sailor, saying, "I've had enough, and I can't take it anymore."
Contract Status and Final Appearance
Following his separation announcement, Mick Foley informed WWE talent relations that he would not be performing for the company as long as Donald Trump remains President.
Consequently, fans will not see him at any future WWE events as long as this agreement remains in effect and Foley will not be signing a new "Legends deal" when his current contract expires in June 2026.
The Legends contract is crucial for former wrestlers as it includes merchandise, video game, and action figure rights, which are significant sources of income.
Foley's last appearance on WWE television was in 2023, when he appeared on NXT.
He was responsible for announcing the talent who would participate in that year's Iron Survivor Challenge match.
Since then, Foley has had no active role on WWE television.
Mick Foley's Complete Profile: A Wrestling Legend with Multiple Personas
Michael Francis Foley Sr., better known as Mick Foley, was born on June 7, 1965, in Bloomington, Indiana, USA.
He will be 60 years old as of December 2025.
Standing 6 feet 1.88 meters tall and weighing 130 kg, Foley has a formidable physique for his wrestling career.
He was trained by Dominic DeNucci and made his wrestling debut on June 24, 1983, before retiring from full-time wrestling in August 2013.
Foley is known for portraying several different personas throughout his career, each with unique characteristics.
His primary personas include:
- Cactus Jack: A ruthless brawler known for his use of barbed wire, thumbtacks, and trash cans.
- Mankind: A character introduced in WWE, often depicted as mentally disturbed.
- Dude Love: A more "groovy" and upbeat persona, showcasing a different side of Foley's personality.
Throughout his career, Foley has wrestled for various major promotions, including World Wrestling Federation/Entertainment (WWF/WWE), World Championship Wrestling (WCW), Extreme Championship Wrestling (ECW), and Total Nonstop Action Wrestling (TNA), as well as numerous promotions in Japan.
He is known as "The King of Hardcore Wrestling" or "The Hardcore Legend" for his brutal, high-stakes hardcore wrestling specialization.
Achievements in Wrestling Career
Mick Foley's wrestling career was adorned with numerous championships and awards, cementing his status as one of the best.
He was a four-time World Champion, winning the WWF Championship three times and the TNA World Heavyweight Championship once.
Foley was also the first WWF Hardcore Championship champion.
His team accomplishments were equally impressive, winning the WWF Tag Team Championship eight times with legendary partners like Stone Cold Steve Austin, Kane, and The Rock.
He also won the ECW World Tag Team Championship twice and the WCW World Tag Team Championship once.
In 1998, he won the Royal Rumble Tag Team Championship with Kane.
Recognition for his contributions to wrestling has also been significant. Mick Foley was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2013 and the Professional Wrestling Hall of Fame (PWHF) in 2017.
He also received the Slammy Award in 1997 and the PWI Match of the Year in 1998 (against The Undertaker at Hell in a Cell) and 1999 (against The Rock in an "I Quit" match).
The Wrestling Observer Newsletter also inducted him into the Hall of Fame in 2000.