WWE Hall of Famer Arn Anderson has divulged information over his role in All Elite Wrestling (AEW). Anderson discussed his position with the promotion during a recent Starrcast appearance, sharing that his core responsibilities revolve around helping AEW talent develop their characters.
“I really haven’t had a lot to do with AEW as far as the nuts and bolts, I’ve just kind of been talent so far. Which has been great; [the talent] is so in tune with the product,” Arn explained to Wrestling Inc. “I’m just – Jesus Christ, guys, I’m 61 years old. To be able to walk through the locker room with these kids and them even know who I am, it’s pretty flattering to be honest with you.”
Despite still familiarizing himself with the majority of the AEW locker room, Anderson confessed that one talent jumped out at him: Maxwell Jacob Friedman (MJF).
“I’m just getting used to all of those guys; I haven’t had a chance to see them perform a lot. MJF, are those the right letters? He is a real asshole!” Arn stated. “Now, I’m pretty good in the locker room about jousting. I’m pretty renowned about getting the last word pretty quickly. I don’t know if I want to get into a verbal joust with that kid – he’s a major smart ass.”
Anderson then praised AEW Champion, Chris Jericho. He noted how Le Champion has been able to morph himself into the promotion’s lead heel as he has once again successfully reinvented himself.
H/T to Wrestling Inc. for the transcription.
