RJ City explains transition from WWE to AEW job

Wrestling Inc1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 3:00 PM

Last updated Aug 1, 2026

RJ City explains transition from WWE to AEW job
Summary

RJ City has shared details on his shift from WWE to AEW during an appearance on the podcast 'What Happened When.' He explained that his transition was prompted after he tweeted a pitch that he had for WWE, which caught the attention of AEW owner Tony Khan. City noted that he was looking for work after his stint with WWE came to an end during the pandemic, where he contributed to digital content. His unexpected opportunity at AEW arose shortly after he tweeted about wanting to drive wrestlers to WrestleMania, leading to his role as a member of AEW's creative team and his work on the online interview series 'Hey [EW].'

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  • RJ City moved from WWE to AEW recently.
  • Transition began after a tweet caught Tony Khan's attention.
  • City initially worked on WWE's digital content during the pandemic.
  • He is now part of AEW's creative team and online programming.
  • He pitched an idea that ultimately led to his AEW role.
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RJ City details his move from WWE to AEW, and how it all happened because he tweeted a pitch he had in WWE that was noticed by AEW owner Tony Khan

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