WWE Hall of Famer Mick Foley has recently captured the spotlight with his candid remarks regarding embattled WWE executive Vince McMahon, as anticipation builds for the upcoming “Mr. McMahon” Netflix series. In a fresh development, however, Fightful Select reports that Foley has extended his WWE Legends deal, securing his enduring presence within the company’s merchandise realm, despite his absence from on-screen appearances. This contract will ensure Foley’s inclusion in future video games and the continued use of his likeness in action figures and other memorabilia, keeping his legacy alive within the WWE universe.
While the hardcore icon once toyed with the notion of engaging in one final death match to commemorate his 60th birthday, his ambitions were ultimately curtailed. A concussion led to a realization that his body could no longer endure the brutal physicality of such an endeavor, prompting him to abandon the idea indefinitely. Having not entered the squared circle since his appearance at the 2012 Royal Rumble, Foley acknowledged in a recent interview that he wasn’t short of potential challengers for this final bout. In fact, he even disclosed a clandestine conversation with AEW World Champion MJF, with the self-proclaimed “Salt of the Earth” pitching a concept that intrigued Foley.
During a recent Q&A session at Northern Ireland Comic Con, Foley offered further insights, reflecting on his past relationship with McMahon. Describing the WWE chairman as a man with both “good and bad sides,” Foley admitted to a fondness for him, though he acknowledged that their bond was never quite the same after Foley’s departure to TNA. Addressing the serious accusations leveled against McMahon—ranging from sexual misconduct to abuse allegations brought forth in a lawsuit by former WWE employee Janel Grant—Foley adopted a stance of “innocent until proven guilty,” underscoring his belief in withholding judgment until all facts are revealed.
In these reflections, Foley remains a figure who, even in his wrestling twilight, continues to engage with both fans and former peers, preserving his mystique and larger-than-life persona. Whether through merchandise, media, or memories, the “hardcore legend” remains a beloved cornerstone of professional wrestling history.