Recent reports indicate that AEW and Danhausen have had limited communication over the past six months, aside from approvals for independent bookings. The wrestler, known for his comedic persona, has faced delays in returning to AEW programming since recovering from an injury.
Return Delays and Communication Struggles
According to Fightful Select, Danhausen was initially slated to return about a year ago but expressed frustration to AEW President Tony Khan when plans for his comeback were altered. While creative pitches for his return were proposed earlier this year, none materialized, despite Danhausen’s willingness to rejoin AEW’s active roster.
Conflicting Priorities and Misunderstandings
Sources within AEW believed Danhausen preferred focusing on independent wrestling commitments rather than working AEW’s Collision, which airs on Saturdays. However, Danhausen reportedly conveyed that family-related circumstances impacted his availability. AEW insiders noted that he continued participating in independent events during this time, which may have contributed to the perception that he was deprioritizing Collision.
Current Status
Danhausen’s future with AEW remains uncertain, with no indication of a timeline for his return to the promotion’s programming. Both sides appear to have differing perspectives on his recent career choices, leaving the door open for further discussions.