All Elite Wrestling President Tony Khan AEW backstage roles have expanded beyond management, as AEW star Angelico has taken on significant responsibilities behind the scenes. While Angelico has appeared sparingly in recent televised events, his contributions as a backstage producer have become crucial to the promotion’s recent successes.
Angelico’s Shift from Ring to Production
Angelico, one of AEW’s original roster members along with his tag team partner Serpentico, has largely stepped back from frequent in-ring competition during 2025. He has only competed in two matches on AEW’s Collision show this year, leading fans to wonder about his absence from regular television programming. However, reports from Fightful.com have revealed that Angelico has been actively involved behind the scenes for over a year. He has worked as a producer and coach, including overseeing matches such as Megan Bayne versus Emily Rose.
In addition to Angelico, Serpentico has also been recognized for his long-standing backstage producing work, highlighting how some wrestlers have transitioned into vital roles that contribute to AEW’s high-quality presentation.
Tony Khan Reflects on Unfulfilled Opportunities with the Briscoes
Tony Khan shared his biggest professional regret during a candid interview on My Mom’s Basement, focusing on his efforts to bring the Briscoe brothers, Mark and Jay, onto AEW television. Despite repeated attempts, the Briscoes were not featured on TV due to various reasons, even though they appeared backstage multiple times. Khan expressed deep remorse, especially given Jay Briscoe’s untimely passing in a car crash.
“I fought really hard to get Jay Briscoe on the show and I fought really hard to have – there were multiple times where Mark and Jay Briscoe came to Dynamite and didn’t do anything (…) I really wish I’d been able to have Jay Briscoe on Dynamite just one time. And he came to the show many times. That’s my biggest regret by far,” he said. —Tony Khan, AEW President
Implications for AEW’s Future Direction
Angelico’s backstage role reflects AEW’s strategy to integrate their talent in various creative capacities, enhancing the quality of their television and pay-per-view offerings. At the same time, Tony Khan’s reflection on the Briscoes illustrates his commitment to honoring wrestling legacies and learning from past missed chances. These insights may signal future efforts to diversify AEW’s on-screen talent and backstage leadership, ultimately shaping the company’s evolving landscape.
