Paul Wight, the towering titan formerly known as WWE’s Big Show, has been MIA from the squared circle since the November 15, 2023 episode of “AEW Dynamite.” But hold onto your knee braces, wrestling fans, because the 52-year-old giant is gearing up for a grand return. After undergoing a complete overhaul of his joints – both knees and hips – Wight took to Instagram to share a workout video, proclaiming he’s feeling better than a puppy in a shoe store.
Wight’s last televised brawl featured him teaming up with Chris Jericho, Kota Ibushi, and Kenny Omega in a Like a Dragon Street Fight against Brian Cage and The Don Callis Family. The match was memorable for Powerhouse Hobbs turning Wight into a car hood ornament, effectively writing him off TV. But don’t count him out just yet! The big man returned to action during the Jericho Cruise in January, joining Jericho and “Speedball” Mike Bailey to battle Callis’ crew on the high seas.
While the exact date of Wight’s return to AEW remains a mystery, he’s made it clear that retirement isn’t in his playbook just yet. With ambitions to wrestle for at least another two years, Wight is determined to make his presence felt. Since jumping ship from WWE to AEW in 2021, Wight has worn many hats – wrestler, announcer, coach – and he’s grateful for Tony Khan’s unwavering support through his health woes. So, get ready folks, because it looks like the Big Show isn’t ready to leave the big stage just yet!