Rise to Success: Career Highlights of R-Truth

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how R-Truth made an impact.

Ronnie Aaron Killings, known as R-Truth, is an American professional wrestler currently signed to WWE and performing on SmackDown. He is known for his comedic timing and memorable storylines within the company. R-Truth has been with WWE for many years, holding multiple championships, including the United States Championship and the WWE Tag Team Championship. Beyond titles, he is recognized for his unique character and ability to connect with audiences, contributing significantly to WWE's entertainment value.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

1997: Killings Debuts in PWF

In 1997, Ronnie Killings debuted in the Pro Wrestling Federation (PWF) as a manager.

1998: K-Kwik Joins WWF

In 1998, Ronnie Killings joined the World Wrestling Federation (WWF, now WWE) as K-Kwik, forming a team with "Road Dogg" Jesse James.

1999: K-Krush Debuts in NWA Wildside and Wins Television Championship

In 1999, Ronnie Killings debuted in NWA Wildside as K-Krush and was awarded the newly created NWA Wildside Television Championship on December 12.

1999: Killings Signs with WWF Developmental Territory

In 1999, Ronnie Killings signed a two-year developmental contract with the World Wrestling Federation (WWF) and was assigned to Memphis Championship Wrestling under the name K-Kwik.

November 13, 2000: K-Kwik Debuts on Raw is War

On November 13, 2000, K-Kwik debuted on Raw is War, attacking William Regal during a match against Road Dogg. K-Kwik and Road Dogg began rapping together, performing a song called "Gettin' Rowdy" as they approached the ring.

January 26, 2001: Road Dogg's Release and K-Kwik as Singles Competitor

On January 26, 2001, after Road Dogg was released, K-Kwik became a singles competitor and a mainstay on Jakked.

August 2001: K-Kwik Released from WWF

In August 2001, K-Kwik was released from the WWF.

2001: K-Kwik's WWF Hardcore Championship Wins

In 2001, while in WWF, K-Kwik won the WWF Hardcore Championship twice while teaming with Road Dogg.

June 2002: K-Krush Debuts in NWA:TNA

In June 2002, Ronnie Killings signed with NWA: Total Nonstop Action (NWA:TNA) and appeared on the first weekly TNA pay-per-view on June 19 as K-Krush. Killings immediately established himself as a heel by harassing NASCAR drivers Sterling Marlin and Hermie Sadler.

2002: Killings Wrestles for XPW

In 2002, Ronnie Killings wrestled for Xtreme Pro Wrestling (XPW) as K. Malik Shabaz.

2002: Killings Joins TNA

In 2002, after his release from WWF, Ron Killings joined Jeff Jarrett's new promotion, Total Nonstop Action Wrestling (TNA).

August 13, 2003: 3 Live Kru's First Match

On August 13, 2003, the 3 Live Kru, consisting of Killings, Konnan, and B.G. James, wrestled as a unit for the first time, defeating The Disciples of the New Church.

January 28, 2004: 3 Live Kru Lose NWA World Tag Team Championship

On January 28, 2004, The 3 Live Kru lost the NWA World Tag Team Championship to Redshirt Security after holding it under the Freebird Rule.

2005: 3 Live Kru Feuds

Throughout 2005, the 3 Live Kru feuded with Michael Shane and Kazarian, Team Canada, and The Naturals.

2007: Killings Leaves TNA

In late 2007, Ron Killings left TNA after establishing Team Pacman with football player Adam Jones and winning the TNA World Tag Team Championship.

2008: R-Truth Re-debuts in WWE

In 2008, Ronnie Killings re-signed with World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) and re-debuted on the SmackDown brand under the ring name R-Truth on August 29, as a face, defeating Kenny Dykstra.

July 10, 2009: R-Truth Debuts Ricky Character

On July 10, 2009, R-Truth debuted a new prankster character known as Ricky on SmackDown.

February 5, 2010: R-Truth Qualifies for Elimination Chamber Match

On February 5, 2010, after defeating Mike Knox, R-Truth qualified for an Elimination Chamber match for the World Heavyweight Championship at Elimination Chamber.

2010: R-Truth's Feuds and United States Championship Win

In 2010, R-Truth was drafted to Raw, feuded with Ted DiBiase, and won the United States Championship from The Miz, marking his first singles championship since returning to WWE.

January 2011: R-Truth Competes in Royal Rumble

In January 2011, R-Truth competed in the 2011 Royal Rumble match, but was eliminated by CM Punk.

April 2012: Last Championship Win

The text mentions that R-Truth had his first championship win since April 2012, implying he won a championship in April 2012.

February 18, 2013: R-Truth Returns and Saves Kofi Kingston

On February 18, 2013, R-Truth returned on Raw, saving Kofi Kingston from Damien Sandow.

May 4, 2014: R-Truth and Xavier Woods vs. Alexander Rusev

On May 4, 2014, at Extreme Rules, R-Truth and Xavier Woods were defeated by Alexander Rusev in a 2-on-1 handicap match. After this loss, the tag team of R-Truth and Woods quietly disbanded.

January 25, 2015: Royal Rumble

On January 25, 2015, at the Royal Rumble, R-Truth entered the Royal Rumble match at number 2, but was eliminated by Bubba Ray Dudley.

May 2016: Televised Singles Win

Sometime in May 2016, R-Truth achieved his first televised singles win since then, defeating The Miz, thanks to a distraction from Daniel Bryan and Brie Bella.

2016: Royal Rumble and Golden Truth Formation

In 2016, at the Royal Rumble match, R-Truth brought a ladder into the ring, believing it to be a Money in the Bank ladder match and was eliminated by Kane. Later in 2016, R-Truth eventually formed a tag team with Goldust known as The Golden Truth.

April 2, 2017: André the Giant Memorial Battle Royal

On April 2, 2017, R-Truth and Goldust competed in the André the Giant Memorial Battle Royal at WrestleMania, but failed to win.

April 17, 2018: Move to SmackDown Brand

On April 17, 2018, R-Truth was moved to the SmackDown brand as part of the Superstar Shake-up.

2018: R-Truth Wins Mixed Match Challenge

In 2018, R-Truth teamed with Carmella to win the second edition of Mixed Match Challenge.

January 8, 2019: Match against WWE Champion Daniel Bryan

On January 8, 2019, R-Truth faced WWE Champion Daniel Bryan in a non-title match on SmackDown, but was unsuccessful.

2019: Tag Team Reunion

At Day 1, R-Truth reunited with former tag team partner The Miz. This was their first match as a team since 2019.

2019: R-Truth Wins United States and 24/7 Championships

In 2019, R-Truth captured the United States Championship for a second time and won the newly instated WWE 24/7 Championship, holding the record for the most reigns.

February 27, 2020: Tuwaiq Trophy Gauntlet Match

On February 27, 2020, at Super ShowDown, R-Truth competed in the gauntlet match for the Tuwaiq Trophy, defeating Bobby Lashley, Andrade, and Erick Rowan, but lost to AJ Styles following an assault from Rowan.

2021: 24/7 Championship Segments

In 2021, R-Truth continued to be present in segments for the 24/7 Championship.

November 7, 2022: Retirement of 24/7 Championship

On November 7, 2022, the WWE 24/7 Championship title was retired.

2022: NXT Guest Appearances and Injury

In 2022, R-Truth made several guest appearances on episodes of NXT. On November 1, he suffered an injury in a match against Grayson Waller, expected to sideline him for "a long time".

November 25, 2023: Return at Survivor Series: WarGames

On November 25, 2023, R-Truth returned from injury at Survivor Series: WarGames, participating in a backstage segment with Alpha Academy and Pretty Deadly.

January 27, 2024: Royal Rumble Appearance and Elimination

On January 27, 2024, at the Royal Rumble, R-Truth entered the men's Royal Rumble match at No. 24, lasting three minutes before being eliminated by Damian Priest.