WWE investigates misconduct allegations against CEO Vince McMahon

State of play: The separation agreement, dating to January of this year, prevents the employee from "discussing her relationship with McMahon or disparaging him," per the Journal.

• The investigation has also revealed more nondisclosure agreements from former female WWE employees against McMahon and John Laurinaitis, the head of talent relations at WWE.

What they're saying: "WWE and its Board of Directors take all allegations of misconduct very seriously," the company said in its statement.

Details: Stephanie McMahon, the elder McMahon's daughter, will serve as interim CEO and chairwoman.

• WWE sought independent counsel and will work with a third party to conduct a review of "the company’s compliance program, HR function and overall culture," per its statement.
• McMahon agreed to cooperate with the investigation and to support and accept the findings, per the statement.

Yes, but: McMahon will retain his role with the WWE's creative content team, meaning he will still be helping create its shows.

What's next: McMahon will appear on WWE Smackdown on Friday night, per the WWE.