WWE fans were disappointed by a previous slew of talent releases, especially as it included stars like Cameron Grimes. With that said, it appears he claimed that Vince McMahon took him off WWE SmackDown shows.
Cameron Grimes gained a loyal fan following in NXT with his energetic personality and standout feud with LA Knight. However, after moving to the main roster, he struggled to find the same success and focus and it ultimately led to his release. Earlier this year,Grimes announced that he became a free agentand has beenthriving in numerous indie promotionssince then.
In 2023, Cameron Grimes joined WWEs SmackDown with a promising start, securing a quick victory over Baron Corbin. However, his momentum faded as the year went on, with his appearances becoming less frequent and often resulting in quick losses. This period coincided with Vince McMahons return to WWE to assist with the companys sale to Endeavor, which Grimes feels was more than just a coincidence.
While speaking toDenise Salcedo, Cameron Grimes shared his experience on SmackDown, explaining how McMahon often changed scripts, which led to his appearances being cut. Lee felt that McMahons decisions seemed to work against NXT talent, which may have limited his time on screen.
Once McMahon stepped back, Triple H took charge again. However, by then, SmackDown was focused on major events like WrestleMania 39 and key storylines, especially the popular Bloodline angle. With a crowded show, bringing Lee back in became difficult, making his future with WWE unclear.
Cameron Grimes even made it clear he is open to returning toWWE somewhere down the line, no matter what it takes. Nevertheless, Vince McMahon clearly had something against NXT stars so Cameron Grimes situation at the time isnt really a big surprise.
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