Kelani Jordan, a rising star in WWE‘s NXT brand, recently shared the news of her engagement, sparking a wave of congratulatory messages from both WWE and AEW wrestlers. The Florida native, who signed with WWE in 2022, has quickly gained attention as a promising talent, notably becoming the first-ever NXT Women’s North American Champion. Her announcement highlights an exciting personal milestone as she and current SmackDown superstar Carmelo Hayes officially become engaged.
Jordan has steadily climbed the ranks in NXT, showcasing her skills and earning recognition through key matches such as her three-month reign as NXT Women’s North American Champion, which ended during a Gauntlet match at last year’s Halloween Havoc event. The couple’s relationship, previously known to fans, was made public recently through Jordan’s Instagram post, further celebrating their commitment.
Peers from Both WWE and AEW Celebrate the Couple’s Happy News
The engagement news received an outpouring of support from several WWE colleagues, including notable names like Nia Jax, Jade Cargill, Lash Legend, and Lola Vice, who offered their congratulations publicly. AEW stars also joined the celebration by liking Jordan’s announcement, with prominent wrestlers such as Ricochet, AEW TBS Champion Mercedes Moné, Danhausen, Willow Nightingale, Daniel Garcia, and Private Party among them. Additionally, Matt Taven, Leila Grey, Shawn Dean, and Shane Taylor left warm messages in the comments, illustrating the respect Jordan has earned across the wrestling community.
AEW’s Danhausen Shares Personal Joy with Birth of Son
In related personal wrestling news, AEW’s Danhausen recently revealed the birth of his son, adding to the heartfelt moments shared within the industry. Married to burlesque dancer Lauren Jiles since 2018 and acting as a stepfather to her daughter, Danhausen posted on Instagram to introduce their newborn son, Victor Morgan Danhausen, born July 2, 2025.
“Welcome to the world Victor Morgan Danhausen 7/2/25,” —Danhausen, AEW Wrestler
Despite remaining under contract with All Elite Wrestling, Danhausen has not competed inside the AEW ring since Worlds End 2023, focusing instead on family and personal life following this joyous announcement.
Significance of These Moments Within the Wrestling World
The engagement of Kelani Jordan and Carmelo Hayes marks a notable moment for WWE’s up-and-coming talents, reflecting stability and happiness that fans appreciate seeing beyond the ring. The widespread response from stars in both WWE and AEW demonstrates a supportive wrestling community that celebrates both professional and personal milestones. Meanwhile, Danhausen’s family update adds further warmth to the narrative of wrestlers balancing life commitments with their demanding careers.
These announcements are likely to reinforce fans’ connections to the performers and highlight the camaraderie bridging different wrestling promotions. As Jordan continues to progress in WWE and Danhausen manages his wrestling and family life, fans can expect ongoing updates blending the personal and professional journeys of their favorite wrestlers.
