🔥 “Very Nice, Very Evil… and Very Divisive?” WWE Torn Over Signing AEW Cult Star Danhausen as Free Agency Looms
As Danhausen creeps closer to freedom from AEW, the buzz around his next move is getting louder—and inside WWE, it’s anything but a clear yes or no.
Danhausen’s AEW deal is set to expire in February 2026, officially putting one of wrestling’s most bizarrely popular characters on the verge of free agency. While fans are already fantasy-booking his WWE debut, backstage reports suggest the company itself is split right down the middle on whether bringing him in is a brilliant move—or a risky one.
🏟️ WWE Backstage: Love Him or Don’t Get Him
According to WrestleVotes Live (via F4WOnline), Danhausen has become a hot topic behind the scenes in WWE. Some decision-makers see massive upside: his undeniable charisma, meme-worthy presence, and fiercely loyal fanbase that buys merch and keeps him trending even when he’s off TV.
Others, however, reportedly just don’t see it.
There’s skepticism about whether Danhausen’s quirky, curse-throwing persona would translate to WWE’s current presentation, with some higher-ups questioning how—or even where—he’d fit on the roster.
💼 A WWE Offer? Likely. A Signing? Not So Simple.
Despite the internal tug-of-war, there’s a strong belief that WWE will at least make Danhausen an offer. His name recognition outside the WWE ecosystem is rare, and his popularity has remained strong despite long stretches away from television.
That said, an offer doesn’t equal a contract. If the doubters carry more weight when final decisions are made, the deal could easily stall—or fall apart entirely.
👀 The Rock’s Quiet Influence?
Here’s where things get interesting.
According to Dave Meltzer in the Wrestling Observer Newsletter, Danhausen reportedly has a major supporter in Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, a WWE icon and TKO board member. That kind of backing certainly doesn’t hurt—but sources caution that even The Rock’s admiration might not be enough to override internal concerns.
Still, one influential voice can change a lot in WWE.
🚑 Missing in Action… But Not Forgotten
Danhausen hasn’t appeared on AEW or ROH programming since Final Battle 2024. His contract was reportedly extended due to injury, despite AEW having “absolutely no plans” for him creatively—a detail that has only fueled speculation about his long-term future.
Adding to the intrigue, Danhausen dropped a cryptic social media post on December 15, hinting at uncertainty and leaving fans wondering if a major announcement is on the way.
🤔 So, Where Does Danhausen Land?
With WWE divided, AEW seemingly done with him creatively, and free agency just months away, Danhausen’s next move is shaping up to be one of 2026’s most fascinating wrestling storylines.
Will WWE roll the dice on one of the most unconventional stars of the modern era? Or will another promotion swoop in and fully embrace the “very nice, very evil” phenomenon?
One thing is clear: behind closed doors, Danhausen is being talked about—and that alone means his story is far from over.
