AEW signed deals with plenty of former WWE stars, but not all of them are on the active roster. Prior to AEW Dynamite this week, fans in attendance got a special treat with a blast of Too Cool nostalgia.
SCOTTY 2 HOTTY AT DYNAMITE BRUH WHAT THE FUCK #AEWDynamite pic.twitter.com/SCUKpw88NE
— pepsi enjoyer (@looneydoomed) December 28, 2023
Big Surprise Before AEW Dynamite
AEW producer Scott Garland, formerly known as WWE Tag Team Champion Scotty 2 Hotty, appeared during the pre-show before AEW Dynamite on December 27th.
In a video shared by a fan, Scott Garland entered the ring as the name Scott Garland popped on the screen, and fans popped when they saw his name. AEW also gave him a song that was very similar to the classic Too Cool music.
Scotty 2 Hotty making an #AEW appearance ? pic.twitter.com/7St5nuBDmW
— Emily Rodriguez (@emtalksrasslin) December 28, 2023
Despite the name change, Scott Garland’s act mirrors his Too Cool presentation in WWE, complete with song and attire reminiscent of his past. He rocked a bucket hat, cargo pants, and a puffy vest just like we all remember.
Another video shows Scott Taylor performing his signature worm. He teamed up with The Acclaimed against Daddy Magic, Jake Hager, and The Gunns. Taylor also ended the whole bit by scissoring all three members of The Acclaimed after the match.
The Acclaimed Scissor with Scotty 2 Hotty!!#AEW #Dynamite pic.twitter.com/Q58K4Ww3jr
— Hairo_HighSpots (@Hairo_HighSpots) December 28, 2023
Scotty 2 Hotty in AEW
Scott Taylor, who confirmed his role as an AEW producer in October, has returned to the ring to fanfare. The company’s future plans for him remain uncertain.
Given Scott Taylor’s star power from the Attitude Era, teaming him with Billy Gunn to enhance The Acclaimed’s image could be a strategic move. It sure popped the crowd before Dynamite this week.
