Darby Allin, known for his daring stunts in AEW, recently completed a remarkable journey to the summit of Mount Everest in Nepal, where he not only accomplished his climbing goal but also stunned fans by proposing to his girlfriend. This feat took place earlier this year, during a challenging expedition to the world’s highest peak, combining his passion for extreme sports with a deeply personal milestone.
Throughout the ascent, Allin shared moments capturing his signature skateboarding backflips, showcasing his fearless athleticism even at lofty altitudes. However, the real surprise came when he revealed the marriage proposal he made at the summit, a breathtaking gesture that combined his adventurous spirit with a heartfelt commitment.
The Story Behind the Proposal on Mount Everest’s Peak
In a conversation with Steve-O, Darby Allin opened up about the proposal and his relationship journey. He described reconnecting with his fiancée after more than a decade since their teenage years, highlighting their shared history and the emotional depth behind the moment at Everest’s summit.
“My, uh… fiancée—we met on the school bus in high school. And then I was like, ‘Oh yeah, I had a big crush on her. Didn’t have the courage to ask her out.’ Um… and then she, you know, goes off, and we reconnect like 14 years later. And, uh… she saw this video of me jumping off a waterfall in Tennessee, and she’s like, ‘Oh, it’s so cool, you’re still doing all the crazy stuff from high school.’So we start, uh, reading this, like, relationship book, and her words of affir—like, hers is words of affirmation. Her love language is words of affirmation. But I’m horrible at words of affirmation. To me, to just go, ‘You’re so beautiful,’ it’s like… it’s so hard for me to do.So I literally was like… on top of Mount Everest, and I said, ‘Oh, the top of the world is so beautiful, but not as beautiful as you.’ And then I said, ‘Will you marry me?’ in the video.”
—Darby Allin, AEW Wrestler
He described how, despite his difficulty expressing affection verbally, he found the perfect moment at the summit, declaring his love and proposing with words inspired by the breathtaking surroundings. This blend of adventure and emotion drew widespread admiration from fans and added a new chapter to his already extraordinary story.
Current Wrestling Rivalries and Upcoming Matches
At 32, Darby Allin remains a central figure in AEW’s wrestling scene, currently engaged in a fierce rivalry with Jon Moxley and The Death Riders. This storyline has excited audiences, building anticipation for a potential confrontation at the upcoming Forbidden Door pay-per-view event. Allin’s focus on wrestling remains strong despite his recent Everest expedition, emphasizing his dedication to both his sport and his personal life.
AEW President Tony Khan Compares Sting’s Career to Tom Cruise’s Action Legacy
A few weeks prior, AEW President Tony Khan praised Sting, Darby Allin’s tag-team partner, comparing the wrestling legend to Hollywood’s action star Tom Cruise. Khan made this comparison during an appearance on the Rich Eisen Show, highlighting Sting’s ability to perform daring stunts well into his 60s and praising his final matches as some of the greatest in wrestling history.
“Sting and Darby Allin vs the Young Bucks at AEW Revolution, I think, is the greatest retirement match ever and I think Sting really did the work on the retirement run.Sting, to me, is like the Tom Cruise of pro wrestling. You know how Tom Cruise in recent years has become this insane stunt man, the greatest stunt actor of all time. That was Sting in his final years. Everybody who has ever watched a movie knows Tom Cruise. Everybody who has ever watched a wrestling match knows Sting.They both, into their 60s, they kind of still look the same. They both went really hard and became crazy stunt men and did, I think, the best work of their career into their 60s.”
—Tony Khan, AEW President
Khan emphasized Sting’s dedication and physical prowess, noting that both Sting and Cruise maintained a high level of performance and style, even as seasoned veterans in their fields. This comparison reinforces Sting’s legendary status within AEW and the broader wrestling community while highlighting his mentorship role alongside Darby Allin.
Impact and Future Prospects for Darby Allin’s Career
Darby Allin’s Everest achievement and marriage proposal symbolize a unique fusion of personal courage and professional intensity. His ability to push boundaries both inside and outside the wrestling ring keeps fans captivated, while his ongoing feud with Jon Moxley and The Death Riders promises more dramatic developments in AEW’s storyline landscape.
Meanwhile, Tony Khan’s outspoken support for veterans like Sting signals a respect for legacy and a commitment to exciting, stunt-driven wrestling performances. As Darby balances his rising career, his engagement and recent exploits are likely to deepen fan interest, setting the stage for thrilling matches and new personal milestones.
