Category: AEW

AEW’s Rebel Shares Heartbreaking Terminal ALS Diagnosis After Lengthy Health Battle

AEW personality Rebel has shared a devastating update regarding her health, revealing that she has been diagnosed with terminal ALS following a difficult two-year medical journey.

The former on-screen manager, whose real name is Tanea Brooks, posted an emotional video to social media on Friday where she opened up about the struggles she has faced while searching for answers about her declining condition. In the video, Rebel spoke candidly about the uncertainty surrounding her health issues and the emotional impact of finally receiving a diagnosis.

According to Rebel, her medical problems began in 2024 after doctors discovered a mass in her lung. Since then, she has undergone extensive testing and treatment, including surgery in 2025, while physicians attempted to determine the cause of symptoms that progressively affected her ability to walk and speak.

Addressing fans directly, Rebel thanked supporters for standing by her throughout the ordeal.

“First, I want to say thank you for all your prayers, because for those who know, I spent a two-year medical journey trying to find out what is wrong,” Rebel said in the video. “And finally, our prayers have been answered. The thing is, sometimes we don’t want to hear the answer to our prayers.”

She explained that the diagnosis came while she was preparing for lung surgery at the Mayo Clinic. Doctors ultimately informed her that she is battling ALS, also known as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, a progressive neurological disease that impacts nerve cells controlling muscle movement.

“The doctors have diagnosed me with terminal ALS,” Rebel revealed. “There is not a lot of research behind ALS, and we don’t know how long I have, but it explains why I have trouble walking and talking, and all my functions will soon decline.”

Even while sharing the difficult news, Rebel made sure to acknowledge the support she has received from AEW throughout the process. She specifically praised AEW President Tony Khan and the company for helping her during her ongoing medical care.

“I wanna say thank you to Tony Khan and AEW for supporting me on this medical journey,” she said. “It has been a blessing that is unheard of.”

Rebel has been part of AEW programming since the company’s early years and became well known to fans through her association with Dr. Britt Baker, D.M.D. Her announcement quickly led to an outpouring of support from fans and members of the wrestling industry across social media.

WrestlingNewsBlog.com sends their thoughts and support to Rebel and her loved ones during this incredibly difficult time.

AEW Collision Preview 5/2/2026

AEW Collision live tonight at 8/7c on TNT and HBO Max in Peoria, IL.

  • 10-Man Tag: Death Riders & The Dogs vs. Top Flight & The Rascalz
  • TNT Championship: Kevin Knight (c) vs. Hook
  • AEW National Championship: Jungle Jack Perry (c) vs. Mascara Dorada
  • TBS Championship: Willow Nightingale (c) vs. Anna Jay
  • Bang Bang Gang vs. Death Riders

AEW Collision Playoff Palooza Preview 4/25/2026

  • AEW Collision Playoff Palooza tonight at 8/7c on TNT and HBO Max.
  • AEW National Championship: Jungle Jack Perry (c) vs. El Clon
  • AEW World Trios Championship: The Conglomeration (c) vs. Don Callis Family
  • Jericho & The Hurt Syndicate vs. The Demand
  • Thekla & Skye Blue vs. Persephone & Alex Windsor
  • The Young Bucks & The Rascalz vs. Death Riders & The Dogs
  • Rush vs. Adam Preist
  • Kris Statlander in action
  • We’ll hear from FTR

ROH TV Preview 4/23/2026

ROH TV on #HonorClub at http://WatchROH.com 8/7c

  • The Frat House vs. The Colons & SAP
  • Mark Davis vs. Beef
  • MxM TV vs. Main Man Oro, Keagan Garland & Angel Fashion
  • Hyan vs. Billie Starkz
  • Pure Rules Match: Rachael Ellering vs. Diamante
  • Mixed Six-Person Tag Match: Premier Athletes vs. Angelica Risk, Brandon Cutler & Terry Kid
  • The Swirl vs. Adam Priest & Tommy Billington

AEW Dynamite Preview 4/22/2026

AEW Dynamite live coast-to-coast tonight on at 8:00 pm ET/5:00 pm PT on TBS and HBO Max from the Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Portland, Oregon.

  • We’ll hear from AEW World Champion Darby Allin
  • AEW World Championship: Darby Allin (c) vs. Tommaso Ciampa
  • Will Ospreay vs. Mark Davis
  • Mina Shirakawa vs. Hikura Shida

AEW Collision Spring BreakThru Preview 4/16/2026

AEW Collision Spring BreakThru tonight on a special day on TNT and HBO Max at 8pm ET taped last night from the Angels of the Wind Arena in Everett, Washington.

  • AEW Women’s World Championship: Thekla (c) vs. Alex Windsor
  • AEW Continental Championship Eliminator Match: Jon Moxley (c) vs. Nick Wayne
  • AEW Trios Championship Eliminator Match: The Conglomeration (Orange Cassidy, Roderick Strong & Kyle O’Reilly) (c) vs. The Lethal Twist
  • Young Bucks vs. The Rascal
  • Hikaru Shida & Kris Statlander vs. TBA
  • PAC vs. Lio Rush
  • Brody King, Mistico, & Mascara Dorada vs. TBA
  • We’ll hear from Adam Copeland

Report: AEW Catches WWE and TNA Off Guard with Forbidden Door Scheduling Move

AEW has stirred up plenty of buzz this week—and not just with fans. A new report suggests that both WWE and TNA Wrestling were left in the dark when Tony Khan’s company made a major announcement regarding Forbidden Door 2026.

It was revealed on Wednesday that this year’s Forbidden Door event will take place on June 28 at the SAP Center in San Jose, California. The twist? That date just so happens to clash directly with TNA’s Slammiversary, which is set for the same night in Boston, Massachusetts.

According to the Wrestling Observer Newsletter, neither WWE nor TNA had any prior warning about AEW’s plans. Both promotions reportedly learned about the scheduling decision at the same time as the public, making the move feel like a surprise shot across the bow.

For TNA, the timing is especially significant. Slammiversary is widely considered one of the promotion’s biggest shows of the year, second only to its flagship events. Naturally, running head-to-head with AEW—particularly on a card as loaded as Forbidden Door—is far from ideal.

Some may have expected WWE to step in and bolster TNA’s lineup in response, especially given their growing working relationship. However, the report indicates WWE was just as blindsided and had no involvement in the decision or any immediate counter-strategy.

Meanwhile, AEW is aiming to make this year’s Forbidden Door the biggest yet. The 2026 edition won’t just feature talent from AEW and NJPW—it’s also set to include stars from CMLL and STARDOM, turning the event into a massive multi-promotional showcase.

Whether intentional or not, AEW has thrown a major wrinkle into the summer wrestling calendar—and all eyes will be on how the competition responds.

MJF Drops AEW Title in Shocking Fashion To Darby Allin—Backstage Reason Behind Sudden Loss Revealed

AEW fans were left stunned on the April 15 episode of Dynamite: Spring BreakThru when MJF dropped the AEW World Championship in rapid fashion—but as it turns out, the decision may have had less to do with storyline shock value and more to do with real-world commitments.

MJF’s latest title run began at Worlds End 2025, where he outlasted a stacked field including Swerve Strickland, Adam Page, and Samoa Joe to reclaim the top prize. Over the following months, he built a solid list of defenses, turning back challengers like Bandido, Brody King, Kevin Knight, Hangman Page, and even Kenny Omega. It looked like another dominant chapter for “The Devil” was underway.

That momentum came to a sudden halt when Darby Allin stepped up. After earning his shot by defeating Andrade El Idolo at AEW Dynasty 2026, Allin capitalized in a big way, defeating MJF decisively to win the AEW World Title. The quick nature of the match raised eyebrows immediately, with many fans questioning why AEW would end MJF’s reign so abruptly after just 109 days.

According to a report from B.J. Bethel, there’s a practical explanation behind the scenes. MJF is reportedly heading straight into a film project, with production commitments that have been locked in for quite some time. His involvement wasn’t a last-minute development either—his name has apparently been attached to filming schedules and call sheets for months, making his temporary exit from AEW programming inevitable.

As for what’s next, MJF’s status for Double or Nothing 2026 remains unclear. While nothing has been confirmed regarding an appearance, the report suggests that the title change—and even the way it unfolded on TV—was mapped out well in advance to accommodate his schedule.

In other words, while the loss may have felt sudden on screen, it was anything but rushed behind the curtain.

AEW Dynamite Spring BreakThru Preview 4/15/2026

AEW Dynamite Spring BreakThru live tonight at 8pm ET/ 5pm PT on TBS and HBO Max from the Angel of the Winds Arena in Everett, Washington.

  • Fallout from Dynasty
  • TNT Championship: Kevin Knight (c) vs. Claudio Castagnoli
  • TBS Championship: Willow Nightingale (c) vs. Kamille
  • AEW World Championship: MJF (c) vs. Darby Allin
  • Renee Paquette live interview with Chris Jericho

Hollywood Pushback Grows Against Potential Paramount–WBD Merger, Raising Questions for AEW

The proposed merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery is facing major resistance—and it’s no longer just about business logistics.

A coalition of more than 1,000 professionals from across the film and television industry has signed an open letter urging regulators to block the deal. This group includes actors, writers, directors, and crew members, with over 75 Academy Award winners and nominees lending their names to the effort.

Their concern centers on what a merger of this scale could mean for the creative landscape. The argument is straightforward: fewer major studios often leads to fewer opportunities. According to the letter, combining two media giants could limit competition, reduce creative independence, and narrow the diversity of stories being told.

The signatories also pointed out that media consolidation is already a growing issue. In their view, approving another massive merger would only tighten the grip a handful of corporations have over the entertainment industry—something they believe could have long-term consequences for both creators and audiences.

Up to this point, much of the discussion around the Paramount–WBD deal has focused on financial viability and regulatory red tape. However, this organized response from within Hollywood adds a new layer of pressure. Regulators now have to consider not just economic factors, but also the concerns of the creative community itself.

There are also potential ripple effects for the wrestling world. AEW’s programming currently airs across Warner Bros. Discovery platforms like TNT, TBS, and HBO Max. Any delays, restructuring, or changes tied to the merger could impact media rights deals, scheduling, and the company’s long-term streaming strategy.

At this stage, the situation has clearly evolved beyond a corporate transaction. For many in Hollywood, it’s become a broader debate about control—specifically, who gets to shape the future of entertainment and decide which stories reach the audience.