Beloved WWE superstar R-Truth has publicly backed the upcoming second season of Netflix's controversial behind-the-scenes wrestling series, WWE Unreal, despite the programme making some of his colleagues 'super uncomfortable'.
Truth's Take on Transparency
In an exclusive interview, the 53-year-old performer, whose real name is Ron Killings, offered a full-throated defence of the show, which promises an unprecedented look at the inner workings of sports entertainment. Season two of WWE Unreal is scheduled to premiere globally on Netflix on January 20, 2026.
'I like it. I'm not against it, man,' Truth told Metro.co.uk with a smile. 'I'm a guy that I'm like my childhood hero, John Cena. I play the game. I play the hand, and I think it's good, man, it's [a] good open view, almost [a] transparency.'
His supportive stance comes in direct contrast to fellow WWE luminaries like former world champion Seth Rollins, who has admitted the concept makes him 'super uncomfortable', and the legendary Paul Heyman, who has also expressed reservations.
A Whirlwind Summer and a New Character
The new season will delve into one of the most dramatic periods of Truth's recent career. In June 2025, he revealed that WWE would not be renewing his contract, prompting an outpouring of fan and peer support. Just one week later, he made a sensational return at the Money In The Bank event after discussions with WWE President Nick Khan and creative chief Paul 'Triple H' Levesque.
Reflecting on that turbulent time, Truth recalled his son's poignant reaction. 'I remember my son telling me, "Man, it was worth it", you know what I'm saying? It was just a show of gratitude, a show of love... I've spent a lot of time in the business. I've been in the business, what, 25, 26 years now, so it was all worth it.'
His return was marked by a striking transformation. Shedding his familiar comedy persona, he re-emerged as Ron 'The Truth' Killings, shaving his head live on Netflix and embracing a more serious, unpredictable edge.
'They know who each character is, and each character represents and symbolises a different personality trait within myself that attaches and relates to a lot of people,' he explained of the fan connection.
The Legacy of a 'Dinosaur'
Truth, a father-of-five, emphasised the unique bond he has forged with audiences over his quarter-century in wrestling. He described the 'thin line' between his real self and his R-Truth character, noting that 'Ron Killings had to discipline R-Truth.'
He proudly stated, 'I'm probably the last dinosaur of the Attitude Era,' and shared a touching story of a 90-year-old fan on a breathing machine attending one of his signings. 'I gave them a feeling, I made them remember.'
Following his new contract last summer, Truth's goals remain unchanged. 'This is where I belong, this is what I want to do,' he affirmed. 'I wanna give back. I wanna do things that's never been done before, I have done things that's never been done before. It's just me leaving my stamp, my print, my impression on the wrestling world of entertainment.'
The second season of WWE Unreal will consist of five 50-minute episodes. Alongside R-Truth, it will feature deep dives with major stars including Seth Rollins, Becky Lynch, Cody Rhodes, Rhea Ripley, and Pat McAfee.
