Bryan Danielson shocked wrestling fans when he unexpectedly appeared at AEW All In: Texas, taking a bold step by attacking the Death Riders during the event. Despite this dramatic moment, Danielson’s actual return to AEW remains uncertain, as he addressed the matter during a candid conversation with his wife, Brie, on her podcast.
Discussion About the Intent Behind His Actions
During the podcast, Brie asked Bryan if the moves he performed at All In were part of a prearranged plan. Danielson acknowledged that some of his actions were pre-approved, while others were spontaneous, saying,
“Well, some of them I had cleared, some of them I did not. But I was feeling it!”
—Bryan Danielson
Brie expressed concern about how closely involved people, like Doctor Sampson, would react, stating,
“I knew Doctor Sampson was going to be so upset.”
—Brie Danielson
Bryan responded that Doctor Sampson was not actually upset, but Brie insisted,
“He just thought you were an idiot.”
—Brie Danielson
Danielson admitted to this, saying,
“He did think I was an idiot.”
—Bryan Danielson
Clarifying the Reality of His Status
Brie shared messages from fans wondering if Bryan’s appearance meant a full return, explaining,
“I got all these text messages. People are like, ‘Is Bryan back?’ And I’m like, ‘Well, to my knowledge no, but we’ll see when I talk to him tonight.’”
—Brie Danielson
Danielson finally ended all speculation about his comeback by firmly stating, No, I’m not back.
Implications for Bryan Danielson’s Future in AEW
Though his surprise actions at All In stirred excitement, Bryan Danielson’s AEW return status remains ambiguous. His openness about the unscripted aspects of his appearance and his frank denial of a full comeback suggest that any future involvement will be carefully considered. Fans and the wrestling community will likely watch closely to see if Danielson eventually decides to rejoin AEW in a more permanent role.
