Bryan Danielson has officially joined the AEW commentary team as a full-time member starting this week. He recently revealed that he discovered this new position in an unusual manner—through a public social media announcement rather than a private conversation. This surprising way of learning about his AEW commentary role caught him off guard.
How Danielson Found Out About the New Role
In an interview with Jamie Apps for Australia’s Pario Magazine, Danielson shared that he first heard about his commentary assignment when others did. Instead of receiving a direct conversation or formal notice, he was informed via text that included a link to Tony Khan’s announcement on Twitter. He explained,
“I found out the same way everybody else found out on Sunday. I got a text message like, ‘Hey man, so you’ll be at Dynamite this week, right?’ And then they sent me the tweet that Tony Khan sent,”
Bryan Danielson said.
Tony Khan’s Perspective and Timing of the Announcement
This revelation aligns closely with comments made by AEW President Tony Khan during a recent discussion on the Battleground podcast. Khan revealed that he approached Danielson about taking on a full-time commentary role shortly after Danielson completed his promotional tour in Australia. Khan’s decision came just as Danielson’s overseas commitments were concluding, making the transition timely.
Danielson’s Approach to Commentary Duties
Bryan Danielson emphasized his philosophy when it comes to commentary, highlighting his intent to support storytelling and enhance the overall broadcast. He sees his role as a way to deepen viewers’ engagement in the ongoing narratives of AEW. He stated,
“My philosophy from a commentary standpoint is to do whatever I can to help move the story along, to help things seem more important, to help ferry the viewer along with the stories that we’re trying to tell.”
Upcoming Appearances on AEW Dynamite
Danielson will be active in the broadcast booth this Wednesday during AEW Dynamite, which will be held live at the historic 2300 Arena in Philadelphia. His move into commentary marks a new chapter in his AEW involvement, complementing the company’s expanding production team.
Significance of Danielson’s New Role in AEW
By making Bryan Danielson a full-time commentator, AEW gains a skilled voice with deep wrestling knowledge and a sincere storytelling focus. This shift not only broadens Danielson’s contributions within AEW but also aims to enrich the viewer experience by connecting audiences more closely to storylines. His commentary debut may set a new standard for how wrestling narratives are presented live.
