WWE President Nick Khan and WWE COO Brad Blum Revealed To Be Key Figures In Janel Grant’s Lawsuit Against Vince McMahon
A major update on the Janel Grant lawsuit against former WWE chairman Vince McMahon.
Grant alleged that McMahon and former talent-relations executive John Laurinaitis were responsible for sexual assault, abuse, and trafficking during her time in WWE as a staffer. The lawsuit has already forced McMahon out of TKO, with federal authorities now conducting an official investigation on the 78-year-old wrestling tycoon. However, a new report from Tim Marchman, John Pollock, and Brandon Thurston has identified some other key players who were involved in covering the story up.
According to the three journalists, WWE President Nick Khan and WWE Chief Operating Officer Brad Blum have been revealed as WWE Corporate Officers No. 1 and No. 2. While neither man was involved in the sexual misconduct or violence that occurred against Grant, Grant’s lawsuit claims that they and others facilitated and covered up exploitation in ways that make WWE liable under federal anti-trafficking law.
Stephanie McMahon has also been named as WWE Corporate Officer No. 3. Janel Grant’s lawyer, Ann Callis, verified the accuracy of these names.
The lawsuit alleges that McMahon took advantage of Grant’s vulnerability after the death of her parents, offering her a job in WWE’s legal department in 2019. Grant claims she endured mistreatment, including disturbing sexual encounters with McMahon and Laurinaitis, resulting in severe physical and mental distress.
The lawsuit also suggests McMahon introduced Blum and Khan to Grant as significant figures. McMahon initially promised Grant a meeting with Blum, who oversaw operations, despite her limited work experience. After a brief interview, Grant was quickly hired. McMahon later mentioned Blum’s concerns about rumors regarding their relationship, leading to Grant’s transfer to another department.
The full report, which came under the publication Front Office Sports, can be read here.
