India, June 1 -- R-Truth, a beloved of the WWE fans and a veteran, has been released by the company, the wrestler announced on social media on Sunday.

The 53-year-old took to the social media platform X and announced his departure from WWE, where he has worked for the past 17 years.

"I'm sorry to inform you all. I just got released from WWE," he said Sunday. "I want to thank WWE for the ride, but MOSTLY I want to thank each and EVERYONE OF YOU who was along for the ride, Thank you for all the love, support, and appreciation you have given me over the years. Thank you," the post by R-Truth read.

R-Truth's release by the WWE happened as his contract with the company was due to expire and would not be renewed beyond that point.

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