WWE chief Vince McMahon ‘agreed to pay $12million hush money to four women after allegations of sexual misconduct’
VINCE MCMAHON allegedly paid $12million to four women after allegations of sexual misconduct and infidelity, according to reports.
The WWE chief, 76, last month stepped down from the organization after an investigation was opened into whether he paid off a female employee to keep their affair a secret.
McMahon delivered a defiant message in his character as WWE boss live on Smackdown amid the investigation.
While daughter Stephanie McMahon replaced him pending the outcome of the probe.
But reports in the suggest that the allegations are more far-reaching than previously revealed.
The Journal alleges that McMahon agreed to pay upwards of $12million over the past 16 years to four women.
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All the women involved are alleged to be formally affiliated with the WWE.
The Journal reveals previously unreported settlements, which include a $7.5million payment to a former wrestler.
The unnamed woman claims McMahon demoted her and declined to renew her contract in 2005 after she resisted continuing a sexual relationship with him.
It is alleged the woman and her attorneys negotiated the settlement with McMahon in 2018.
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WWE kingpin Vince gave a cryptic message in his ring persona Mr McMahon on SmackDown on June 17, addressing WWE fans directly.
He said: ";It is a privilege as always to stand before you tonight - the WWE universe.
"It's especially a privilege to stand here in this ring in Minnesota.
"I'm here simply to remind you of the four words we just saw, the WWE signature - then, now, forever, together."
Since the initial allegations, McMahon has been giving public appearances and was spotted cage-side at 276 in on Saturday.
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McMahon's attorney did not immediately respond to a request for comment from The Sun.
The Sun also reached out to WWE but we have not heard back.