Billy Gunn reflects on unexpected wrestling role in AEW
Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 24, 2026, 9:00 PM
Last updated Oct 24, 2026
Billy Gunn, age 62, discusses his expanded role in AEW during an interview on 'Inside The Ropes.' Initially expecting to wrestle just 12 matches a year while serving as a coach, Gunn found himself wrestling regularly and adapting to a vigorous schedule. He accompanied his sons, Austin and Colten, with The Gunn Club and participated in the AEW World Trios Championships with Max Caster and Anthony Bowens. Gunn emphasizes his fitness as essential to his continued performance, stating he can still keep up with younger talents despite his age.
- •Gunn originally signed for 12 matches per year.
- •He currently works both in-ring and backstage roles.
- •He credits his fitness for competing against younger wrestlers.
- •Gunn won the AEW World Trios Championships with The Acclaimed.
- •He enjoys wrestling, balancing it with family connections.
- 9:00 PMWrestling Inc — Billy Gunn Says He Wrestled Much More Than Expected In AEW
"When Billy Gunn started with AEW, he expected to mainly be a coach while wrestling a handful of matches each year, but that quickly expanded.
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