Almost two years after her last appearance on AEW television, Tay Melo made a comeback last Wednesday during the “Clash” segment at Fighter Fest. She came to the aid of her tag team partner Anna Jay, who was being confronted by Megan Bain and Penelope Ford. Melo celebrated her 30th birthday on the following Monday, and her husband, AEW star Sammy Guevara, expressed his love for her with a heartfelt message early that morning. Guevara shared that right before they got married, he was asked how he knew Tay was “the one,” and he explained that being near her feels like being next to a true champion—loving her deeply and feeling blessed with their daughter on the way.
Tay Melo’s birthday week celebrations will continue with her appearance at “AEW Summer Blockbuster” on Wednesday. This event marks her second match of the year, following her return to wrestling in Japan where she competed against teams including Shirakawa, Athena, and Tekla. This will be her first AEW match since January 2023, as she balances wrestling and her pregnancy with Sammy Guevara’s and her first child.
Fan Take: This heartfelt reunion and Melo’s triumphant return remind AEW fans of the deep personal connections behind the wrestlers’ stories. Her return and pregnancy announcement add emotional layers to her journey, making the sport more human and relatable, while fueling excitement for her future matches both in the ring and in life.
