Brooks Jensen details origin of his friendship with AJ Styles
Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 12, 2026, 1:00 PM
Last updated Sep 12, 2026

WWE performer Brooks Jensen recently shared the origin of his friendship with Hall of Famer AJ Styles, which began during the pandemic. Jensen noted that he and Styles became acquainted after a mutual promoter, Todd Sexton, connected them for training sessions in Cornelia, Georgia. At the time, Jensen was 18 or 19 years old and traveled to the location to work with the veteran wrestler. The pair has maintained a friendship in the years since, with Styles recently appearing on The A.J Styles Show to discuss their background. Although Styles noted he did not recall their first meeting, he maintains a close connection with the younger athlete. Styles has expressed significant support for Jensen’s future in the industry, labeling him a future standout star within the NXT brand despite previous injury setbacks.
- •Brooks Jensen and AJ Styles began training together during the pandemic.
- •Promoter Todd Sexton facilitated the initial meeting in Cornelia, Georgia.
- •AJ Styles publicly backed Jensen’s potential to become a top NXT star.
- •Jensen joined WWE in 2021 following his initial training period.
- 1:00 PMWrestling Inc — WWE's Brooks Jensen Explains How He Became Friends With AJ Styles
"Brooks Jensen has been friends with WWE Hall of Famer AJ Styles for the last few years, with their friendship reportedly beginning during the pandemic.
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