Kevin von Erich has officially joined AEW after signing a contract, as announced by his son Marshall von Erich on The Clawpodcast. Marshall revealed, “My dad is officially AEW. He’s on the team. He’s with AEW now. We were surprised too. ‘Yes, I’m on the team now.'”
Ross von Erich mentioned that their father has secured “a kind of legendary deal,” describing it as a fantastic moment for their family. Marshall also noted that whenever Kevin attends AEW events, the wrestlers eagerly seek his advice and wisdom.
He shared, “When my dad is in the locker room, he will have deep conversations with the wrestlers. It’s incredible to see the respect he commands. Ross and I were amazed by how much the wrestlers look up to him.”
Kevin, a member of the iconic von Erich wrestling family, was recently highlighted in the A24 biopic, The Iron Claw. Kevin has been making regular appearances in AEW, particularly in Texas, his home state. With his official signing, AEW fans can look forward to seeing more of Kevin von Erich as he embarks on this significant and historic deal.
Fan Take: Kevin von Erich’s addition to AEW brings a legendary name and deep wrestling heritage to the promotion, enriching its roster with both experience and respect. This signing not only honors wrestling history but also promises fresh, compelling storylines that could elevate AEW’s status in the sport.
