Ladies and gentlemen, gather ’round because there’s a new creative force in All Elite Wrestling (AEW), and his name is RD Evans. This former TNA writer, who has swapped grappling scripts for AEW storylines, is ready to inject some fresh drama into the ring. RD Evans, the man who’s been in more locker room feuds than a reality TV star, has found a new home with the elite crew of AEW.
From TNA Turmoil to AEW Ascent
PWInsider reports that RD Evans has officially joined AEW, marking his grand entrance at the “Collision” event this past weekend. His role is shrouded in mystery, much like the identity of your Uber driver before they show up, but he’s definitely stirring the creative pot backstage. Evans’ involvement in AEW is expected to expand during tonight’s episode of “Dynamite,” though his exact duties remain as elusive as Bigfoot.
The TNA Exit Saga
Evans left TNA amidst a cloud of speculation. Was he pushed out or did he walk out? Theories abound, but insiders whisper that Evans was “increasingly frustrated” towards the end of his tenure. Whether he was fired during a wave of backstage turnover or left of his own accord, one thing is clear: Evans was ready for a change of scenery, and AEW was more than happy to roll out the welcome mat.
A Storied Career
Before his TNA tenure, RD Evans was a man of many talents and aliases. In Ring of Honor, he managed future AEW star QT Marshall, proving that even wrestling managers have a knack for career networking. And who could forget his stint in CHIKARA, where he played Archibald Peck, a marching band leader turned time traveler? Yes, you read that right. He’s been a creative tour de force, and his resume reads like a wrestling fan’s fever dream.
Evans also had a memorable run with WWE’s creative team from 2016 to 2019. His departure from WWE was nothing short of legendary—quitting during the WWE Hall of Fame ceremony after a spat with Vince McMahon himself. It’s the wrestling equivalent of dropping the mic at your high school reunion.