Marko Stunt announced his retirement from professional wrestling, expressing deep gratitude to his fans, All Elite Wrestling (AEW), Game Changer Wrestling (GCW), and his peers in the wrestling community for their unwavering support and the opportunities they provided throughout his career. He explained that this decision was made after consulting with doctors and prioritizing his long-term health, acknowledging it as one of the most challenging choices of his life. Wrestling brought Marko immense passion and joy. Stepping away is a difficult but necessary move.
Reflecting on his career, Marko Stunt shared heartfelt thanks to AEW for giving him the chance to showcase his talents on national television, fulfilling a lifelong dream. He expressed appreciation to the production team, his fellow wrestlers, and everyone who made AEW feel like home.
He also highlighted the pivotal role GCW and Brett Lauderdale played in launching his career, teaching him to embrace his uniqueness and grow into the person and performer he became. Marko’s message extended to all the wrestlers he shared the ring with, acknowledging their roles in shaping his journey and pushing him to his limits.
Marko Stunt reserved special thanks for his fans, who supported and believed in him through every match and show. He noted that their energy, chants, and unwavering support fueled his spirit more than they could ever know.
As he steps away from in-ring competition, Marko takes with him lifelong memories and friendships, and he looks forward to contributing to wrestling in other ways, while remaining connected with the community that turned his dream into reality.
“Thank you for everything.”