Wardlow is finally back on TV — just not in a wrestling ring.
After being away from AEW action for nearly two years, the former TNT Champion revealed his new name for the upcoming American Gladiators reboot. In a video introducing the cast, Wardlow confirmed that he will compete under the name Fang when the show premieres next month.
Wardlow shared the news himself and confirmed that this new role is something he’s been excited about for a long time.
“Wardlow is officially FANG! One of the new American Gladiators which debuts April 17th on Amazon Prime Video.”
He also made it clear that the opportunity means a lot on a personal level, especially since he grew up watching the original show.
“Very excited for this. I grew up watching this show so little me is very proud to say, I am an American Gladiator! Pretty wild. Hope y’all are ready!”
Wardlow won’t be alone on the show. Several other wrestling names are part of the lineup, including Kamille competing as Hurricane, Rick Boogs as The Bull, Jessie Godderz as Steel, and Jessica Roden as Supernova. WWE star The Miz is also set to host the reboot.
The reveal of the name Fang marks Wardlow’s first major moment in quite some time. His last AEW match took place in March 2024, and he hasn’t been seen in the ring since suffering a reported pec injury during an appearance at Forbidden Door in August 2025.
Now, with his Gladiator identity finally revealed, Wardlow is stepping back into the spotlight in a completely new way — and fans will soon get their first look at Fang when the show premieres April 17.
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