Paul Michael Levesque, better known by his ring name Triple H, is a legendary figure in the world of professional wrestling. Levesque’s journey to becoming one of the most recognisable faces in sports entertainment began in the early 1990s.

Levesque’s wrestling career took off when he joined World Championship Wrestling (WCW) in 1994, where he wrestled under the name Terra Ryzing and later as Jean-Paul Lévesque. However, it was his move to the then-World Wrestling Federation (WWF, now WWE) in 1995 that truly catapulted him to stardom.

Under the moniker Triple H, Levesque quickly rose through the ranks of the WWF, displaying his exceptional in-ring abilities and charismatic persona. Throughout the late 1990s and early 2000s, Triple H became a dominant force in WWE, winning numerous championships and headlining countless pay-per-view events.

Beyond his in-ring success, Triple H has also made significant contributions behind the scenes of WWE. Following his in-ring career, he transitioned into a role as an executive within the company, serving as WWE’s Executive Vice President of Global Talent Strategy & Development. In this capacity, he has played a crucial role in the company’s talent scouting, training, and development programmes, helping to shape the next generation of WWE superstars.

Triple H’s impact on the wrestling industry extends beyond his own accomplishments. He has been instrumental in the growth of WWE’s developmental system, including the establishment of NXT, a developmental brand that has become a popular alternative to WWE’s main roster programming. Under Triple H’s guidance, NXT has garnered critical acclaim for its emphasis on in-ring competition and the development of emerging talent. In addition to his contributions to WWE, Triple H is also known for his philanthropic work, including his involvement with various charitable organisations supported by WWE.

Russo Declares Triple H’s WWE Career Finished

In his latest statement, Russo expressed a perspective on Triple H’s career trajectory within the context of WWE.  Russo appears to suggest that Triple H’s position within WWE is now weakened or irrelevant compared to his past prominence. He mentions “The Rock” as someone who has assumed a more significant role, implying that Triple H’s star power has waned in comparison. Additionally, Russo references Ari Emanuel, a prominent entertainment executive, suggesting that, from a business standpoint, Triple H may not be as essential to WWE’s success as he once was.

“There is a part of me right now, I feel sympathy for Triple H because, like, to me, right now, he’s in the lame-duck seat. Like, he’s done. He’s done, bro. From a wrestling standpoint, with [The] Rock in that seat, Ari Emanuel does not need Triple H whatsoever,” he said.

He also added: “Triple H is not on the board. Has never been on the board. [The] Rock is already moving [Brian] Gewirtz and his own writers in. You know, [The] Rock can bring in his old people, his own people, to replace the Shawns and the Triple Hs and whatnot. And there’s a part of me that feels so sympathetic to Triple H because I see the writing on the walls. But then, bro, look at the other end of this. How many people did Triple H do this to?”