Shawn Michaels may take over WWE creative after Bruce Prichard retires

Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 30, 2026, 8:24 PM

Last updated Oct 30, 2026

Shawn Michaels may take over WWE creative after Bruce Prichard retires
Summary

Shawn Michaels is rumored to replace Bruce Prichard as WWE executive director of creative writing and talent following WrestleMania 43. Initial reports suggested Michaels would take on Prichard's entire role, but sources indicate that responsibilities may be split with Ed Koskey and Robert Roode. Meltzer noted that the reports about Michaels leaving NXT are potentially exaggerated, and no official announcements have been made at WWE's Performance Center. Prichard's position includes administrative work that Michaels has not previously handled.

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  • •Bruce Prichard expected to retire after WrestleMania 43.
  • •Michaels has led NXT creative since September 2021.
  • •Current reports suggest splitting roles with Koskey and Roode.
  • •Meltzer states claims about Michaels leaving NXT are exaggerated.
  • •No official word has circulated at the WWE Performance Center.
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  • 8:24 PMWrestling Inc — Additional Details On Shawn Michaels' Rumored WWE Promotion, Other Candidates
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New details surrounding Shawn Michaels' rumored WWE promotion, as well as other candidates for the job, were reported on Friday.

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