Swerve Strickland reacts to AEW real-life update as members of the All Elite Wrestling community express their thoughts on John Silver’s engagement to Denise Liguori, which has drawn responses from several notable stars. The news arrives amid the ongoing prominence of AEW, a major force in the wrestling industry under Tony Khan’s leadership, and highlights personal milestones for talent alongside their professional endeavors.
Key Members of AEW Celebrate Personal Moments
AEW, under the guidance of Tony Khan, features a vibrant roster of wrestlers, many of whom are part of longstanding groups. One such team is The Dark Order, formed in 2019 and currently including Evil Uno, Alex Reynolds, John Silver, and Brodie Lee Jr. John Silver’s recent engagement to Denise Liguori, whose announcement was shared publicly, became a focal point of celebration among AEW personalities and fans alike.
Liguori posted a photo of herself and her fiancé on Instagram, captioning the moment, “Locked in, can’t escape now💍”. —Denise Liguori, Fiancée.
The post quickly gathered attention from the wrestling community. Several AEW names, including Renee Paquette, Wardlow, Kris Statlander, Swerve Strickland, and Thunder Rosa, responded with visible excitement and support. Some offered congratulatory messages in the comments, demonstrating the camaraderie that extends beyond the wrestling ring. The response reflected the deep personal connections within the AEW scene, incorporating figures like Swerve Strickland and company veterans such as Alex Reynolds and Brodie Lee Jr.
Kris Statlander Credits John Silver in Her Career Journey
Kris Statlander, regarded as one of the pillars of AEW since joining in 2019, offered a glimpse into her history with John Silver. As a former AEW TBS Champion and a remarkable presence since her days in the independent wrestling circuit, Statlander attributed a key breakthrough in her own wrestling career to a match against Silver. In a 2024 interview with Andy McNamara on The Sick Podcast, she shared her conflicted appreciation for Silver’s impact on her journey.
“On the indies, it pains me to give him credit, but John Silver was my breakout match and I have to give him the credit because that match with him is what helped me take off. He’s such a pain in the butt that it pains me. It physically hurts me every time I give him the credit for that.”
—Kris Statlander, AEW Wrestler
The Broader Significance of Personal Moments in AEW
John Silver has yet to achieve championship success within AEW, and for now, such accolades remain out of reach. However, his engagement underscores how wrestlers’ personal lives become intertwined with their public personas, sparking reactions from peers, fans, and wrestling figures like Swerve Strickland, Renee Paquette, and others. These moments not only strengthen bonds within AEW but also remind audiences of the layered experiences of the stars both inside and outside the ring. As AEW continues to stand as a key rival to WWE, its culture of mutual support and recognition of milestones will likely remain a cornerstone of its identity.
