Johnny Gargano did not appear at AEW Dynamite: Beach Break on Wednesday night, despite many fans predicting online that the former NXT Champion would be jumping to the young promotion while it was in his hometown. Gargano, one of the most decorated wrestlers in the history of WWE’s NXT brand, allowed his WWE contract to expire last month as he chose to take a break from wrestling as he and Candie LeRae prepare for the birth of their son next month. “Johnny Wrestling” noticed the fan speculation on Twitter and, shortly after the episode concluded, decided to put out a statement on Twitter.
I heard you and you have no idea how much it means to me that you’re excited to see me back at it.It’s scary to step away because your insecurities say “they’ll forget about you”.. but you haven’t forgotten and I promise that I will make it up to you asap. #JohnnyWrestling ❤
