Bruce Prichard Expected To Retire From WWE In 2027 Update – Shawn Michaels Reportedly Expected To Replace Prichard In WWE Creative

As noted before, Bruce Prichard, WWE Executive Director – Creative Writing & Talent, is currently expected to retire full-time from WWE in 2027. Prichard is also expected to remain with WWE on a consulting basis role and be working from his home.

PWInsider’s Mike Johnson reported that his sources stated that WWE officials current plan is for WWE NXT and Senior VP of Talent Development & Creative Shawn Michaels to replace Prichard as an Executive Director in the company after WrestleMania 43 season.

No other details were given regarding if WWE officials already has someone in mind to take over Michaels’ current role in the NXT brand.

False Finish reported that their sources stated that there are some people within the Performance Center who currently expect AJ Styles to become more hands-on with NXT after the move is made.