Roman Reigns, the six-time WWE Champion known as The Tribal Chief, has dropped a bombshell about his wrestling future ahead of his Triple Threat match at WrestleMania 41 in Las Vegas.
In a Vanity Fair interview published on April 17, 2025, Reigns revealed that his current WWE contract, set to expire in April 2026, may mark the end of his in-ring career, with plans to pivot to acting and other “less physical” entertainment ventures.
Reigns, who will face CM Punk and Seth Rollins at WrestleMania 41, disclosed that he has “a year or two max” left on his contract. “Then it’s time to take on a less physical form of entertainment,” he said. With 1,373 career matches and a reduced 2024 schedule of just six bouts, Reigns appears ready to step back from the physical demands of wrestling.
His comments echo past reflections on retirement. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Reigns nearly left WWE over creative differences, stating, “I was prepared to walk away if we couldn’t do what I felt was right creatively.” His lucrative 2022 contract has allowed a lighter schedule, signalling a gradual transition from the ring.
Roman Reigns’s Hollywood Ambitions
Reigns has already dipped into acting, starring alongside his cousin Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson in The Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw. His mention of “less physical” entertainment suggests a deeper dive into Hollywood, leveraging his charisma and global WWE fame. This shift aligns with other wrestlers, like John Cena and Batista, who successfully transitioned to acting.
Roman Reigns revealed that after WrestleMania 42, when his current contract expires, he's got another year or two left wrestling.
Seth Rollins revealed earlier this year that he plans to retire at age 45.
I'M NOT READY FOR IT TO BE OVER 😭 pic.twitter.com/betuEdQRCM
— TribaI Wrestling (@TribalMegastar) April 17, 2025In the same interview, Reigns, a registered Democrat and self-described centrist, supported Donald Trump, praising his “vast history” in entertainment, business, and politics. “Strong and competent leadership is crucial for the U.S. to remain a world leader,” he said. This stance has sparked fan debate, adding a political dimension to his public persona.
With his contract running until at least WrestleMania 42, Reigns remains a WWE cornerstone for now. However, his focus on acting and reduced in-ring appearances suggest a career evolution. WrestleMania 41 could be pivotal, marking one of his final major matches. Fans wonder how long The Tribal Chief will reign in the squared circle.
