Bryan Danielson was expected to participate in the AEW Forbidden Door: Zero Hour event but has yet to make an appearance, raising concern among fans about his status. His absence at this high-profile show has led to speculation about his immediate plans and availability.
Since losing the AEW World Title at WrestleDream 2024, Danielson has not competed in the ring. He briefly returned at All In to confront former ally Jon Moxley but then vanished from AEW television for several months. Most recently, Danielson appeared as a guest commentator on Dynamite, marking his first on-screen presence in a long period.
Although he was confirmed to be part of the Forbidden Door Zero Hour pre-show panel, Danielson’s failure to appear has triggered online questions about what is keeping him from joining the event as planned.
Renee Paquette Comments on Danielson’s Uncertain Participation
Renee Paquette addressed the situation by highlighting Danielson’s busy schedule, acknowledging the uncertainty surrounding his appearance. Her remarks left open the possibility that he might arrive later or might not show up at all.
“He is a busy man, maybe he shows up at some point, maybe he doesn’t,” Paquette said. —Renee Paquette
Ongoing Rivalry Fuels Tensions in AEW Broadcast
The ongoing friction between Bryan Danielson and Nigel McGuinness added another layer of tension during a recent AEW Collision broadcast. Known for their long-standing pro-wrestling rivalry, Nigel took a controversial jab at Danielson while discussing NJPW star Zack Sabre Jr.
During the discussion, Nigel mistakenly referred to Danielson as “the late great,” prompting his broadcast partner Tony Schiavone to immediately challenge the comment to clarify that Danielson is very much alive.
“Did you say ‘the LATE Bryan Danielson?’ I just want to make sure everybody knows Bryan is still with us. Why would you say something like that?” Schiavone said. “Well, his career is as good as dead,” Nigel added. —Tony Schiavone, Nigel McGuinness
This exchange underscored the uncertainty surrounding Danielson’s current standing in AEW, especially as fans await his potential return to in-ring action during the ongoing Forbidden Door event.
Possible Impact and What Fans Might Expect Next
The absence of Bryan Danielson at Forbidden Door and the cryptic comments from Renee Paquette indicate that his future involvement with AEW remains unclear at this moment. With his career in a state of uncertainty following his loss at WrestleDream 2024 and sporadic appearances, fans remain anxious about his trajectory.
If Danielson returns to compete or commentate, it could signal a renewed phase in AEW storylines and further his complex rivalry with figures like Jon Moxley and Nigel McGuinness. Until then, his absence continues to resonate as a significant development in AEW’s current landscape.
