Report: Lil Yachty in Talks With WWE Over Contract Extension

Lil Yachty is reportedly in negotiations with WWE about extending his current deal with the company, according to a report circulating on Monday, August 3.

The Grammy-nominated rapper, producer, and songwriter has built a presence around WWE over the past couple of years, blending his music career with appearances tied to the product. An extension would suggest the company sees continued value in keeping him affiliated beyond whatever term his existing agreement covers.

Details on the length or scope of a potential new deal have not been made public, and there’s no word yet on whether an extension would expand his role beyond what he’s already been doing. WWE has increasingly leaned into crossover appeal with musicians, actors, and other celebrities who bring their own fanbases into the tent, and Lil Yachty fits that mold — he’s not a full-time performer, but his involvement generates attention outside the traditional wrestling audience.

That kind of star power matters to WWE’s broader entertainment ambitions, especially as the company continues to court mainstream media coverage and lean on crossover moments to keep casual eyes on the product between premium live events. Locking in a personality like Lil Yachty for an extended run would be consistent with that strategy, even if his on-screen or musical contributions remain occasional rather than weekly.

Nothing is finalized as of now, and talks being in progress doesn’t guarantee a deal gets done. WWE has a long history of maintaining loose, ongoing relationships with celebrities without always converting them into formal long-term contracts. Still, if the talks progress and a new agreement is reached, it would mark another step in blurring the line between WWE programming and mainstream pop culture — a trend the company has leaned into heavily under its current creative direction.

PW Exclusive will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates if and when a new agreement is confirmed.