William Regal was released yesterday from his WWE/NXT contract, in a move that sent even more shockwaves through a company that is still reeling from the departure of such high-profile names as Bray Wyatt and Toni Storm. William Regal was just one of several people let go – the full list of which you can read right here – in a move that seems to suggest that anyone associated with Triple H’s old Black and Gold brand is no longer welcome at NXT 2.0.
Considering how long he’s been at the company – and how well respected and loved he is backstage – William Regal’s termination has seen a literal who’s who of wrestlers take to social media to express their admiration for the man, as well as their shock at William Regal no longer being part of the WWE family.
Sasha Banks said;
There would be no Sasha Banks if it wasn’t for @RealKingRegal …Thank you for giving me a chance and believing in me.”
While Becky Lynch added;
Eternally grateful that Regal gave me a chance when I was nothing. I owe so much to him.”
I truly can’t overstate this: There is no chance I would be where I am today without William Regal. I’m so grateful for his advice and guidance throughout the years. An absolute example of what I aspire to be when my time as an active performer in the ring is done.”
If it wasn’t for William Regal a lot of your favorite guys wouldn’t be on television. He got so many of us “indie guys” an opportunity. He will never take credit for that, but he deserves his flowers for helping and molding this generation of wrestlers.”
@RealKingRegal is a man I hold the utmost respect for. A dear friend who always, without fail, makes me smile, and what better gift? He also made me a better, tougher performer and pulled me out of my comfort zone and pushed me to new heights. He’s a real man(s) man.”
WILLIAM REGAL? WTF? Whoever hires @RealKingRegal will be fortunate for doing so.”
And the Blue Meanie agreed;
William Regal is an asset to whoever hires him next. I’m shocked.”
There would be no Sasha Banks if it wasn’t for @RealKingRegal thank you for giving me a chance and believing in me. 💙 Forever grateful
— Mercedes Varnado (@SashaBanksWWE) January 6, 2022
Eternally grateful that Regal gave me a chance when I was nothing. I owe so much to him. pic.twitter.com/ML4c4KgICa
— The Man (@BeckyLynchWWE) January 6, 2022
I truly can’t overstate this:
There is no chance I would be where I am today without William Regal.
I’m so grateful for his advice and guidance throughout the years.
An absolute example of what I aspire to be when my time as an active performer in the ring is done. https://t.co/HmbltoOwYT
— Kevin (@FightOwensFight) January 6, 2022
If it wasn't for William Regal a lot of your favorite guys wouldn't be on television. He got so many of us "indie guys" an opportunity. He will never take credit for that, but he deserves his flowers for helping and molding this generation of wrestlers. #ThankYouRegal pic.twitter.com/ib8GFIHHzE
— Johnny Gargano (@JohnnyGargano) January 5, 2022
.@RealKingRegal is a man I hold the utmost respect for. A dear friend who always, without fail, makes me smile, and what better gift? He also made me a better, tougher performer and pulled me out of my comfort zone and pushed me to new heights. He’s a real man(s) man. pic.twitter.com/WNDdJjJsvE
— Adam (Edge) Copeland (@EdgeRatedR) January 6, 2022
WILLIAM REGAL?
WTF?Whoever hires @RealKingRegal will be fortunate for doing so.
— Mick Foley (@RealMickFoley) January 6, 2022
William Regal is an asset to whoever hires him next. I'm shocked.
— Brian Heffron aka The Blue Meanie (@BlueMeanieBWO) January 5, 2022