WWE Money in the Bank 2026 is confirmed to take place in New Orleans, Louisiana, as announced by the Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation. This decision comes shortly after the city was revealed to be stepping away from hosting WrestleMania 42, although it is anticipated that New Orleans will still host a future WrestleMania event at an undisclosed date.
In a twist of events, a highly anticipated six-man tag team match featuring stars like John Cena, Travis Scott, and Logan Paul was initially proposed for the Money in the Bank 2025 event. However, recent updates indicate that Travis Scott is set to return to WWE on June 7 during a pay-per-view event in Inglewood, California.
On a celebratory note, the WWE 24/7 Championship marked its sixth anniversary on May 22, 2025, reflecting on its journey since inception.
In a revealing interview on Stephanie’s Places, Triple H discussed his retirement announcement made at WrestleMania 38. He recounted the moment Vince McMahon asked him to open the show, indicating that while McMahon desired to avoid a somber tone, Triple H viewed it as a triumphant moment signaling his return to the ring.
In film news, the “Queen of the Ring” Twitter account disclosed that Charlotte Flair was originally cast to portray June Byers in an upcoming independent project but was later removed by Vince McMahon due to the film’s independent status. Kamille eventually took on the role, demonstrating the changing dynamics within WWE’s Hollywood partnerships.
Additionally, it was revealed that WWE blocked the film from running advertisements during WWE Raw episodes, indicating a strategic decision in their promotional efforts.
This blend of wrestling and cinema illustrates the interconnected nature of entertainment in the WWE universe, promising fans an exciting year ahead with both live events and cinematic projects.