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WWE Ratings Plummet: Veteran Warns of Crisis Ahead

10/22/2025

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Vince Russo, a wrestling veteran, says on Writing with Russo that WWE's ratings are declining and signaling a potential crisis.
He notes RAW and SmackDown near 1.3 million and that WWE spends about $500 million annually on RAW's broadcasting rights.
He also criticizes WWE for hiring more creative personnel, arguing it signals lack of confidence and could affect the 2035 outlook due to broadcasting deals.

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Story summary

Vince Russo, a wrestling veteran, says on Writing with Russo that WWE's ratings are declining and signaling a potential crisis.
He notes RAW and SmackDown near 1.3 million and that WWE spends about $500 million annually on RAW's broadcasting rights.
He also criticizes WWE for hiring more creative personnel, arguing it signals lack of confidence and could affect the 2035 outlook due to broadcasting deals.