Keith Lee‘s lengthy absence from AEW television appears set to continue despite internal discussions about a potential return.
According to Fightful Select, AEW officials have discussed bringing Keith Lee back in recent months. However, any tentative plans for a comeback have yet to materialise, and there is currently no indication that a return is imminent.
Lee has not appeared on AEW programming since 2023, extending his absence to more than two-and-a-half years. Fightful reported that sources within AEW confirmed his name had been brought up in return discussions, though those plans appear to have stalled.
The report also noted that Lee has not been a regular presence backstage at AEW events. There is reportedly no sign that he has begun the medical clearance process that typically takes place in the weeks leading up to a wrestler’s return.
The situation has generated interest among both fans and wrestlers, with Fightful noting that several performers contacted the outlet after it first teased the story.
When Did Keith Lee Join AEW?
Keith Lee joined AEW in February 2022 following his departure from WWE and quickly established himself as one of the promotion’s top stars. During his time with the company, he captured the AEW World Tag Team Championship and featured prominently across Dynamite and pay-per-view events.
Before joining AEW, Lee enjoyed a successful run in WWE NXT, where he made history as the first wrestler to hold the NXT Championship and NXT North American Championship simultaneously. He also built an impressive reputation on the independent scene, competing for promotions including Ring of Honor, Evolve and Pro Wrestling Guerrilla.
