Andy Williams Was In Talks For Backstage AEW Role Before Death
Tony Khan said Williams had met with AEW staff in August about continuing with the promotion in a backstage role.
- On Saturday, September 12, 2026, All Elite Wrestling honored the late Andy Williams during an episode of AEW Collision, opening with a 10-bell salute for the 48-year-old who passed away on September 5.
- Best known to fans as "The Butcher," Williams joined the All Elite Wrestling roster during its 2019 inaugural year and served as guitarist for metalcore band Every Time I Die.
- Before his death, Williams discussed transitioning into a non-wrestling role with the promotion. AEW owner Tony Khan said in August, "I was interested in Andy continuing here out of the ring."
- Wrestlers shared heartfelt tributes throughout the week, describing Williams as a leader and mentor. Kyle O'Reilly stated, "Andy was a beacon of light in our locker room."
- All Elite Wrestling continued honoring Williams across programming throughout the week, celebrating his contributions both inside and outside the ring as a passionate performer and beloved friend.
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Andy Williams Was In Talks For Backstage AEW Role Before Death
Andy ‘The Butcher’ Williams was looking forward to a future working behind the scenes in All Elite Wrestling before his sudden passing. Williams, who wrestled for years in AEW, died in September 2026, hours after collapsing at an indie wrestling event. He was 48 years old. Speaking ahead of AEW Collision, which served as a […]
Tony Khan Reveals The Butcher Had Conversations With AEW Regarding A Behind-The-Scenes Role
<p>During a recent live stream, AEW President and CEO Tony Khan talked about various topics, including a conversation he had with Andy "The Butcher" Williams. Williams expressed his interest in contributing to the company in a non-wrestling role. Khan also mentioned his desire for The Butcher to take on a backstage position.</p>
"The Butcher" Andy Williams Had Talks With AEW About Future Backstage Role Before His Death
Tony Khan has revealed that “The Butcher” Andy Williams had been in talks with AEW about potentially transitioning into a backstage role prior to his passing. Ahead of the September 12 edition of AEW Collision, Khan appeared on social media and discussed the company’s planned tributes to Williams, who passed away on September 5 at […]
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