Veteran professional wrestler Christopher Daniels, famously known as the “Fallen Angel,” has officially announced his retirement from in-ring competition. At the age of 54, Daniels decided during the January 22, 2025, episode of AEW Dynamite. He revealed that medical advice had led him to step away from wrestling.
Daniels’ retirement comes after his match against “Hangman” Adam Page in a Texas Death Match at AEW Collision: Maximum Carnage on January 18, 2025. During his address on Dynamite, while wearing a neck brace, Daniels expressed regret over the escalation of their feud. He shared that doctors had advised him to never wrestle again. In his final words, he concluded, “This was goodbye.”
Christopher Daniels in his final match vs against “Hangman” Adam Page on January 18, 2025, at AEW Collision: Maximum Carnage. Photo by Ricky Havlik, AEW
Following his announcement, Daniels took to X to express his emotions, stating:
I’m sad that it’s over.
But so very happy that it happened.
Thank you all!
— Christopher Daniels (@facdaniels) January 23, 2025
The post garnered numerous responses from fans and colleagues alike. Wrestling news outlet 411 Wrestling shared the news, highlighting Daniels’ retirement.
Wrestling journalist Sean Ross Sapp noted that Daniels will continue his role in AEW’s talent relations department, ensuring his presence in the wrestling world remains impactful.
Fellow wrestler and longtime friend Frankie Kazarian shared his sentiments, stating:
There’s no way to articulate what @facdaniels means to me. As an opponent, a tag team partner, or most importantly as a best friend and brother. His contributions to our sport will never be realized. I love you CD. Bad Influence, The Addiction or SCU. I loved every single minute. pic.twitter.com/Obk0VzmpVW
— 👑 Frankie Kazarian 👑 (@FrankieKazarian) January 23, 2025
Traci Brooks, another close associate, expressed her gratitude:
Thank you @facdaniels I don’t have the words to sum up how much you mean to our family and to this business. All I can say is, like the true gentleman and pro that you are, you left this business better than you found it. We love you CD!!
— Traci Brooks (@TheTraciBrooks) January 23, 2025
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