Jim Johnston, the legendary composer behind some of WWEs most iconic entrance themes, is finally opening up about his unexpected release from the company after 32 years of service.
Known for creating unforgettable music for stars like The Undertaker and Stone Cold Steve Austin, Johnstons departure in 2017 left fans stunned. Now, in a revealing interview with Hannibal TV, Johnston is shedding light on what really went down behind the scenes.
During the interview, Johnston disclosed that the last few years of his WWE tenure were marred by backstage politics.
Johnston shared that he wasnt caught off guard when the news came; in fact, he had been anticipating it.
Surprisingly, Johnston revealed that for 15 of his 32 years at WWE, he worked without a formal contract. This revelation has only fueled fan sentiment that letting Johnston go was one of WWEs biggest mistakesa sentiment that shows no signs of fading.
Since his departure, Johnston has continued to work in the world of pro wrestling for ROH and has moved forward with his career, leaving fans to reminisce about the golden era of WWE music he defined.
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