Braun Strowman Has Retired from Professional Wrestling
The 43-year-old athlete confirmed his exit from in-ring competition following two separate tenures with WWE.
Updated on Sept. 27, 2026 in Wrestling
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Braun Strowman has announced his full retirement from in-ring professional wrestling. The 43-year-old athlete confirmed the move via a social media post that highlighted his current physique.
Why it matters
Strowman departs the sport as a former Universal Champion who remained a prominent figure in WWE for over a decade. His transition marks a permanent exit from a career that began in 2013 and spanned two distinct stints with the organization.
Strowman concludes his athletic career at age 43 following two distinct WWE stints. His tenure included a major title victory as the Universal Champion at WrestleMania 36.
The players
Braun Strowman
He is a former professional wrestler who gained international recognition as a Universal Champion in WWE.
WWE
It is a global integrated media and entertainment company focused on professional wrestling production.
USA Network
It is an American basic cable television channel that currently airs Strowman's program Everything on the Menu.
The details
Strowman announced his decision on social media after returning to the platform following a one-week hiatus. The former wrestler has been focused on his hosting duties for the television program Everything on the Menu on USA Network, noting that production demands limited his phone use.
Timeline
Braun Strowman began his first stint with WWE in 2013.
The organization released Strowman in June 2021.
Strowman returned to compete in WWE in 2022.
His second stint with the company concluded in 2025.
Strowman ended a one-week social media hiatus on September 20, 2026.
Season Trajectory
Strowman's exit follows a career-defining peak at WrestleMania 36 that elevated him to a marquee status in the industry. His departure signals the end of an era for the roster composition he helped maintain over two separate multi-year runs.
With his full retirement from in-ring competition, Strowman will no longer appear on any active WWE match cards or rosters. Fans can now only catch him hosting his television program on USA Network.
The takeaway
Strowman’s retirement highlights the shift from active in-ring performance to media and television hosting for veteran athletes. His transition serves as a reminder of the physical demands that eventually lead professional wrestlers to pivot toward career paths outside of the ring.
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Sportskeeda.
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