AEW wrestler Bryan Danielson recently declined to participate in trash-talking WWE star Kofi Kingston, despite encouragement from The Bella Twins. Known for his respectful demeanor, Danielson sent a supportive message instead, reinforcing his unwillingness to engage in negative banter. This incident occurred shortly after the Super Bowl LX, where Kingston attended to support the New England Patriots.
Kofi Kingston, a former WWE Champion and a respected figure in professional wrestling, received a ticket to the Super Bowl from fellow WWE superstar Seth Rollins. The Bella Twins, supporting the Seattle Seahawks who defeated the Patriots, teased Kingston during the weekend and invited Danielson to join them in the jabs, but he declined.
“We’ve been talking shit to Kofi every weekend on group texts, and then Brie tried to get Bryan to talk shit to Kofi in a voice note, and it was the nicest voice note ever. He goes, ‘So, Nicole and Brie are trying to get me to say mean things to you, and I just wanna congratulate you and the Patriots.'”- H/T WrestleTalk on X
Past Rivalry Shapes Mutual Respect Between Danielson and Kingston
Danielson and Kingston share a significant history from their time in WWE, where they once clashed over the WWE Championship. In 2019, Bryan Danielson, performing as a heel under the persona “Planet’s Champion,” squared off against Kofi Kingston at WrestleMania 35. Kingston, energized by overwhelming fan support during the event famously known as “KofiMania,” defeated Danielson to claim his first WWE World title.
Though now affiliated with different wrestling promotions, the memorable rivalry between these two stars remains a highlight in WWE’s history and has helped foster a respectful relationship between Danielson and Kingston.
The Importance of Sportsmanship in Wrestling Culture
The refusal of Bryan Danielson to engage in trash talk against Kofi Kingston highlights the importance of professionalism within wrestling communities. Despite pressure from peers like The Bella Twins, Danielson maintained a positive and congratulatory tone, demonstrating maturity and sportsmanship. This approach not only preserves their personal relationship but also sets a respectful example for fans and fellow wrestlers alike.
As the wrestling careers of Danielson and Kingston continue outside WWE, their mutual respect could influence future interactions between major promotions, underscoring the value of camaraderie over rivalry in this competitive industry.
The Bella Twins tried to get Bryan Danielson to talk trash to Kofi Kingston before the SuperBowl, but Bryan refused and sent Kofi a nice voice message instead 😂😂
"We've been talking shit to Kofi every weekend on group texts, and then Brie tried to get Bryan to talk shit to… pic.twitter.com/syOPB68ei6
— WrestleTalk (@WrestleTalk_TV) February 9, 2026
