Is Brock Lesnar the highest-paid WWE Superstar? Fact-checking viral salary list

Brock Lesnar has been a topic of discussion among fans, whether he's on WWE programming or not. It's no secret that he's one of the highest-paid stars in the company, which has garnered mixed reviews from fans due to his limited appearances in recent years. However, there may still be some debate over it.

A recent post on social media showcased the reported 12 highest-paid WWE stars in 2023, topping the list was Brock Lesnar with $12 Million despite his last appearance being in August of that year. However, other names in this list also make the information quite a bit more questionable.

The first hint that this list is unreliable is that it lacks any credible sources to back it up. It only went quite viral on social media, which is why fans have been talking about it.

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Ronda Rousey is also included in the list, who also hasn't wrestled in WWE since SummerSlam last year and has already left the company. With this in mind, it doesn't make much sense for her to be on the list with other current stars.

Finally, prominent names in this list are also missing. It's quite impossible to see the likes of The Miz and Kevin Owens on the list but not Cody Rhodes. The likes of Charlotte Flair, Bayley, and more top stars are also missing from the list.

With this in mind, while Brock Lesnar could be the highest-paid WWE star, the post above should not be used as a basis as it's not authentic. The rest of the rankings and salaries displayed are also not the most accurate.

Will Brock Lesnar return to WWE programming?

The Beast Incarnate was last in action at SummerSlam 2023 against Cody Rhodes

Many believed that Brock Lesnar would make his WWE return at the 2024 Royal Rumble, but news before the event took place may have halted any plans for him to return.

Days before the 2024 Royal Rumble, a lawsuit was filed against Vince McMahon by former WWE employee Janel Grant. Lesnar was allegedly referenced in the lawsuit after the term "former UFC Heavyweight Champion" was brought up. Due to the lawsuit, the company may have been slowly "erasing" Brock's name.

What does a WWE veteran believe Brock Lesnar will do now?

As per Eric Bischoff, he thinks Brock won't be a public person or try to reclaim his fame. Since the WWE star already has enough money, he can now focus on his farm and even buy another one.

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It remains to be seen if fans will ever get to see The Beast Incarnate on WWE programming or any public events again.

About the author

Hazel is a WWE features writer for Sportskeeda Wrestling. Currently a BS Psychology student in her third year, she ensures that multiple accurate and reliable sources back every piece of information in her articles. She phrases even mundane information in her own words, especially when using single sources like books or social media posts, to add a hint of personal touch.

Hazel has had a penchant for writing since high school. Apart from pursuing Humanities and Social Sciences for her senior year, she attended classes about creative and nonfiction writing. In 2019, Hazel started working as a ghostwriter, and three years later, she began working for Sportskeeda. In 2023, she became a published author under 8letters Books Publishing House. Even today, when she is not studying as a pre-med student or writing for Sportskeeda, she enjoys reading and writing novels.

Her favorite wrestlers are Edge and Randy Orton. She recalls watching John Cena vs Big Show vs Edge in WrestleMania 25 in her first wrestling match. Hazel enjoyed the entrances, and what got her hooked was how cool and ruthless Edge was and how John Cena never backed down from his challenges.

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