Braun Strowman, the former Universal Champion, was released from WWE in July 2025 after nearly a decade with the company. Since his departure from the Stamford-based promotion, Strowman has continued to make headlines by launching the second season of his popular television show, Everything on the Menu, highlighting his ongoing success beyond wrestling.
Details Surrounding Braun Strowman’s WWE Departure
Reports from Wrestling Observer Radio indicate that Braun Strowman’s release was largely due to financial decisions within WWE. Despite his prominence, Strowman was earning a high salary that WWE management felt was not justified given his current usage on programming. Creative direction for his character also appeared to be lacking in 2025, prompting WWE to reduce costs by ending his contract. In addition to budgetary reasons, Strowman’s performance was reportedly hampered by a lingering hamstring injury sustained in 2024, which affected his in-ring activity.
Strowman’s final televised match took place on SmackDown against Jacob Fatu. His last WWE appearance occurred on the Friday Night Show just before WrestleMania 41, marking the close of his WWE in-ring career for the time being.
Braun Strowman’s Transition to Television Success
Embracing his post-WWE career, Braun Strowman recently announced the return of Everything on the Menu for a second season. Posting on X from the gym, Strowman proudly called himself “The Ruler of unscripted TV,” celebrating the show’s achievement as the highest-rated program in its time slot on cable last year. The new season is set to premiere early this summer on the USA Network, with Strowman teasing it will be “Bigger, Badder, and even Hungrier.”
“The Ruler of unscripted tv!!!!! The One and only Monster and host of the highest rated tv show at the 10:00pm hour last year of all cable!!! Everything On The Menu Season 2 will premiere early this summer only on the @USANetwork. Bigger, Badder and even HUNGRIER!!!! Who’s ready??” wrote Braun Strowman.
Implications of Strowman’s Career Shift
Braun Strowman’s move from WWE to television hosting represents a significant pivot in his career, signaling his ability to maintain public interest and success beyond the wrestling ring. His injury history and creative stagnation in WWE contributed to his release, but his rising television presence may open new pathways for him in entertainment. This development also reflects WWE’s ongoing roster adjustments and cost management, potentially impacting how main event opportunities, including at WrestleMania, are structured in the future.
The Ruler of unscripted tv!!!!!
The One and only Monster and host of the highest rated tv show at the 10:00pm hour last year of all cable!!!
Everything On The Menu Season 2 will premiere early this summer only on the @USANetwork
Bigger, Badder and even HUNGRIER!!!!
Who’s… pic.twitter.com/gDfqDdEf2X
— The Monster of all Monsters (@Adamscherr99) March 4, 2026
