Brock Lesnar Returns - Now Spotlight Back on WWE Sex Trafficking Lawsuit That Names Him: What We Know

Brock Lesnar's shock return to WWE at SummerSlam 2025 has reignited public scrutiny over his name being included in a high-profile sex trafficking lawsuit filed against Vince McMahon and WWE.

The lawsuit, which stems from serious allegations by former employee Janel Grant, had previously led to Lesnar's quiet removal from WWE programming.

Lesnar Returns to SummerSlam 2025

On 3 August 2025, WWE fans witnessed the surprise return of Brock Lesnar at SummerSlam Night 2, held at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. The 46-year-old former WWE and UFC champion appeared after Cody Rhodes retained the Undisputed WWE Championship in a high-stakes match against John Cena.

Lesnar entered the ring unexpectedly and delivered an F‑5 to Cena during the champion's post-match celebration. The moment drew loud reactions from the live audience and immediately became a trending topic across social media platforms and sports news outlets.

According to WWE Chief Content Officer Paul 'Triple H' Levesque, Lesnar's return was part of Cena's retirement 'wish list', suggesting the segment was planned as part of Cena's farewell storyline. 'WWE Chief Content Officer Paul 'Triple H' Levesque, Lesnar's return was part of Cena's retirement 'wish list.' 'This is John Cena's wish list. It's him writing the last chapter of his book,' said The Game, as reported by TalkSport.

However, the return also reignited attention on the ongoing civil lawsuit involving allegations of sex trafficking, in which Lesnar is named but not charged.

The Janel Grant Lawsuit Explained

The legal matter centres on a civil lawsuit filed in January 2024 by former WWE employee Janel Grant. The lawsuit names Vince McMahon, WWE, and former executive John Laurinaitis as defendants. Grant accuses the trio of sexual assault, coercion, and sex trafficking during her time with the company from 2019 to 2022.

Initially, Lesnar was not named in the suit, although references were made to a 'world-famous athlete and former UFC Heavyweight Champion'. This description led to speculation, but Lesnar's name was formally added in an amended complaint filed in February 2025.

Allegations Involving Lesnar

According to the amended court documents, McMahon allegedly offered Grant to Lesnar in 2021 during contract negotiations. The complaint further alleges that McMahon requested Grant produce personalised sexual content specifically for Lesnar.

It is important to note that Lesnar is not a defendant in the lawsuit. He has not been charged with any crimes, and his representatives have denied all wrongdoing. WWE has not released a public statement addressing Lesnar's inclusion in the amended filing.

WWE's Response and Handling of Allegations

Following Lesnar's naming in the lawsuit earlier this year, WWE took quiet steps to distance him from its programming. Lesnar was removed from promotional material, his merchandise was pulled, and his character was excluded from the WWE 2K24 video game.

He was also notably absent from major events such as the 2024 Royal Rumble and WrestleMania 41, both of which had previously been rumoured to include him in key matches. While his return at SummerSlam was significant, the company did not hold its usual post-event press conference, opting instead for a pre-recorded panel segment, which avoided any discussion of legal controversies.

Is Lesnar Back in WWE for Good?

Based on Triple H's statement, it is clear that the special appearance of The Beast in Summerslam 2025 is merely a 'wish' granted for Cena. Although some fans would be excited to see Lesnar in future major events, The Game did not disclose any information about whether Brock is back for good. If his absence from the association is truly related to the ongoing case, then his constant presence might occur once the issue is resolved.