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4 hours ago
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- News18
From MAMA Win To The White House Speech: BTS' Top 10 Iconic Moments
Last Updated: The septet, comprising RM, Jin, J-Hope, Suga, Jimin, V and Jungkook, has broken barriers no one thought was possible for a K-pop group. BTS isn't just another K-pop band– they are a global phenomenon. From starting as underdogs over a decade ago to now being one of the most renowned musicians in the world, the seven members have come a long way. The septet, comprising RM, Jin, J-Hope, Suga, Jimin, V and Jungkook, has broken barriers no one thought was possible for a K-pop group. Before BTS reunites following a hiatus of nearly three years due to their mandatory military service, check out these 10 unforgettable moments that prove their global dominance and showcase their inspiring journey in the industry. Their First Major Win At MAMA 2016 No one could have imagined that BTS would win an award at the Mnet Asian Music Awards, let alone the title of Artist of the Year. That moment back in 2016 was a huge win for the septet. They came from a small company, worked their way to the top and finally got recognition for their hard work. First Billboard Win In 2017, BTS became the first K-pop group to win a Billboard Music Awards. They bagged the Top Social Artist honour, all thanks to their massive fandom called the ARMYs and their strong online presence. This moment proved that BTS was here to stay. Love Yourself: Tear Tops Billboard Chart BTS' sixth studio album, Love Yourself: Tear, made history as the first Korean-language album to reach #1 on the Billboard 200 chart in 2018. It was not just a win for the septet but for Korean music on the global stage. It proved that language is not a barrier if the music has merit. BTS At The United Nations The septet partnered with UNICEF to launch the 'Love Myself" campaign in 2018. Through it, BTS wanted to spread the message of self-love and hope. RM, the group's leader, even spoke at the United Nations, encouraging young people to believe and accept themselves. Dynamite Scores Another Major Win On Billboard Chart Dynamite is BTS' first-ever full English song. Released during the COVID-19 pandemic, it became a beacon of hope and lifted spirits during those uncertain times. The single was loved so much that the group scored their first #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. First Grammy Nomination Dynamite became such a hit across the world that BTS received a nomination in the 'Best Pop Duo/Group Performance" category at the 63rd Annual Grammy Awards. With this, they became the first Korean pop act to be nominated for one. This was a dream come true not just for the group but also for their fans. BTS' Butter Broke Records In 2021, when BTS released their second English-language single, Butter, it once again took over the world. The song did not just debut at #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart but stayed at the same position for 10 weeks straight. Butter even broke some major records on YouTube. BTS' Appointment As Special Presidential Envoys The South Korean government appointed BTS as a special envoy for public diplomacy in 2021. They spoke at the UN General Assembly to represent the youth and promote sustainability and inclusivity. This unique blend of entertainment and politics showcased their impact as cultural ambassadors. Chapter 2 Of BTS In 2022, BTS released Proof, a nod to their journey in the industry so far. During FESTA '22, the septet announced that they would embark on their solo careers while still remaining a group. This transition marked a significant change in BTS but, at the same time, showcased their unity. BTS' Speech At The White House In June 2022, BTS was invited to the White House to speak about anti-Asian hate and racial discrimination. They talked about the importance of inclusion and respect. It was a powerful moment, where BTS showcased how to use their platform for the greater good. As for their reunion, BTS' Jin and J-Hope are already out of their military service, RM and V will be discharged on June 10, followed by Jimin and Jungkook on June 11. Suga will reportedly complete his mandatory service on June 21. First Published:
Time of India
3 days ago
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- Time of India
Mariah May likely to join WWE: 5 career-defining moments of the former AEW star
Mariah May's wrestling journey is a touching and inspiring one. She didn't just appear on television one day. She worked her way up. She took chances. She changed countries. And she never stopped aiming for one thing: WWE. Ever since her early matches on England's independent scene, Mariah has made it clear she wants to reach the top. WWE was always the goal. That dream now feels close to coming true. Her AEW profile was quietly removed. Rumours of talks with WWE have grown louder. It feels like the door is finally opening. But before the next chapter begins, it's worth looking at how she got here. Mariah May is not just another pretty face or rising star. She's someone who found ways to stand out in every locker room she walked into. From Japan to AEW, she left a mark. These five moments show exactly how she became one of wrestling's most talked-about names. 1. Stepping into Stardom and creating Club Venus When Mariah went to Japan in late 2022, she entered a whole new world. Stardom is known for its tough style and fast pace. It's also where many future stars have proved themselves. For a British wrestler with no prior Japanese experience, this was a brave move. CLUB VENUS IS HERE 💎 #STARDOM She didn't just blend in. She formed Club Venus alongside Mina Shirakawa and Xia Brookside and quickly made the group her own. Her personality, confidence, and look clicked perfectly with the Japanese crowd. She played the 'Sexy Dynamite Princess' role with flair, but her real growth came in the ring. She picked up wins. She won the Goddess of Stardom Tag Titles. Most importantly, she gained trust and respect in a new culture. That run gave her international buzz. Fans outside the UK came to know her name. AEW took notice. This was the first big moment where people started seeing her as more than just a potential star 2. Debuting in AEW as Toni Storm's devoted fan Mariah made her AEW debut in November 2023, but it wasn't your usual entrance. She didn't wrestle right away. Instead, she was introduced as a starstruck admirer of Toni Storm. It was strange. It was funny. And it worked better than anyone expected. Mariah May from her debut match on AEW Dynamite tonight 🎥 Playing the quiet assistant to Storm's 'Timeless' character, May brought emotion and tension into every segment. At times, she looked scared. At times, she looked jealous. The slow build created curiosity. Fans didn't know if she would snap or stay loyal. She was never boring. This was a key stretch in her career. She wasn't even wrestling every week, but people still talked about her. She learned how to work with cameras, how to build storylines, and how to connect without needing to speak much. That kind of performance is rare, and it proved she belonged on a big stage. 3. Winning the Owen Hart Cup and stepping into the spotlight By July 2024, May finally stepped into the ring full-time. And she didn't waste time. She entered the Owen Hart Foundation Tournament and delivered her best matches yet. She beat names like Skye Blue and Willow Nightingale. Then she lifted the trophy on live TV. One year ago I made my AEW debutFrom being an unknown to main eventing Dynamite, Collision, BOTB & Rampage. Winning the Owen Hart Tournament, killing the face of the division & being crowned World Champion at Wembley StadiumLet me know when the rest of you bitches catch up. This was the moment where fans stopped seeing her as Toni Storm's sidekick. She was now a real contender. Her win earned her a title shot, but it did more than that. It gave her credibility. It showed she could work AEW's big match style and still bring storytelling to the ring. From this point on, her matches became main event worthy. 4. Winning the AEW Women's World Championship at All In AEW's All In 2024 event at Wembley Stadium was historic for many reasons. But for Mariah, it was personal. She was wrestling in London, in front of her home crowd, with everything on the line. And she didn't play it safe. In the middle of the match, she turned on Toni Storm. She used her Owen Cup trophy to knock her out and pinned her to win the AEW Women's World Championship. The crowd gasped. Some cheered. Some were stunned. But everyone was watching. That wasn't just her first world title. That was a moment that proved she could carry the top story in the company. On the biggest night of her career, she made the boldest move possible. And it worked. 5. Her final AEW match and the end of the Toni Storm saga Mariah held the title for 174 days. She defended it against strong opponents like Nyla Rose and Anna Jay. But the story always came back to Toni Storm. Their rivalry grew deeper, darker and more emotional. It reached its final chapter at AEW Revolution 2025. HOLLYWOOD ENDING‼️‼️'TIMELESS' Toni Storm Vs Mariah May IIIAEW Revolution 2025🎧:Eyeless—Slipknot The match was named 'Hollywood Ending.' And it truly felt like one. In a bloody, chaotic Falls Count Anywhere fight, both women tore into each other. The match had drama, callbacks, pain and even some comedy. Storm won in the end, but the spotlight was shared. It felt like closure. Not just for the story, but for Mariah's time in AEW. She didn't return after that match. Her profile was removed from the AEW website in May. And now the WWE rumours have taken over.
Sunday Post
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Sunday Post
Dick Dynamite: the maddest film ever made in Scotland
Get a weekly round-up of stories from The Sunday Post: Thank you for signing up to our Sunday Post newsletter. Something went wrong - please try again later. Sign Up It took three years, a tiny budget of £10,000 and the help of some of the world's hardest rockers and a literary icon to make Scotland's 'maddest film'. Robbie 'Steed' Davidson, 46, from Kirkcaldy, initially thought his budget would easily pay for Dick Dynamite: 1944, an action-packed Second World War film featuring Nazis, zombies and cyborgs. Failing to get money from UK film bodies, the guitarist – who currently plays for Scots punk legends The Exploited – had to raise the budget through crowdfunding. And he appealed to rockers from Queens of the Stone Age, Rancid and Electric Six, as well as Trainspotting author Irvine Welsh and Game of Thrones' Clive Russell, to complete the film. It was also a family affair with his kids and even his mum appearing. © Supplied He used guerrilla tactics to feature a Spitfire and C-47 Dakota planes which would have cost thousands to hire and had to sell some of his guitars by the end of filming to make sure he could complete it. Robbie said: 'Before we started I thought 10 grand was a lot of money to make a film. Previously I'd made short films for practically nothing, roping in friends, family and guys that I know who play in bands. This is largely what I did with Dynamite but on a larger level. 'In hindsight I didn't know what I was doing. A film on our budget should have a minimal cast and be set on one location to save on cost. 'But I wanted to make a grandiose action film so I had a big cast and we were all over the place – bars, theatres, airfields, underground bunkers, sugar silos, abandoned hospitals, hotels, churches and even a Victorian toilet on an island.' © Supplied While the UK failed to show any interest in it, Dynamite was snapped up by an American film company and has enjoyed sold-out screenings Stateside. Catching up, the film is now available in the UK on streaming sites like Amazon Prime or to buy on DVD and Blu-ray at supermarkets and HMV. Robbie decided to do the bulk of filming in his home patch of Fife and started in 2019. It took three years to shoot, mainly because of Covid and the minimal budget which meant he could only film at weekends. But the Kingdom was a fantastic playground of old bunkers and outdoor coastal defences Robbie could use for backdrops. He is full of praise for his home turf. He said: 'When the film got going, it gathered momentum, a real snowball effect, and the local community was so supportive that they decided to get involved. From a local business supplying vats of coffee, to friends' cafes making enough chilli to feed an army and a local paint shop donating paint for our sets. That being said, we did run out of money towards the end and I may have sold a few guitars to keep us going.' The idea for his feature film debut, Dick Dynamite: 1944, came to Robbie when he was on tour with The Exploited. Looking around on a plane at what people were watching, he wondered what Saving Private Ryan would be like if it starred Arnold Schwarzenegger. © Supplied His story is set in the dying days of the Second World War, with Nazi scientists hatching a plan to turn the population of New York into zombies. To stop them, the Allies call on Austrian maverick Dick Dynamite, played by Snars – the drummer in Certain Death, another band Robbie played in – who battles Nazis, zombies and ninjas across Europe. It has the hallmarks of a future cult classic and looks more expensive than it was, with great special effects and some heavyweight war paraphernalia including era-defining planes. He explained how he got them in his film for nothing: 'The Spitfire was shot at a local airfield in Scotland but the big planes from D-Day were stopping off at Prestwick on their way to Normandy for the 75th anniversary. I used to work in TV so I managed to bag some press passes. 'I knew I'd be able to film the planes on the runway but getting to film inside the planes would be a different ball game. 'The plan was hatched to arrive in my friend's DeLorean. When we pulled up, all the pilots came running out and asked if it was real and wanted to have their photo taken with it, to which I asked: 'If it's OK to film on your plane tomorrow?' and they obliged. I had some actors on standby and we came back the next day to film their scenes. 'It was incredible, although when it started to rain, all the spectators ran for cover and we were able to film a great all-in-one-take shot with multiple planes and vehicles.' © Supplied Most low-budget films have a small cast but Robbie managed to rope in lots of faces rock fans will know. Before lockdown he was playing guitar in a package tour featuring eight bands. He packed a blue screen and filmed many of them while on the road. He also asked friends who were playing in Scotland, like Nick Oliveri from Queens of the Stone Age or Dick Valentine from Electric Six, to film. Friends of friends helped him secure Irvine Welsh, who played Bond-style villain Mikael Leznik. Robbie said: 'I knew he knew of The Exploited as he wears an Exploited T-shirt in both Trainspotting movies. He's been very supportive and professed that it's a miracle any indie film gets finished in this climate, never mind one with such ambition and tiny budget.' Clive, 79, who has appeared in Game of Thrones and Outlander, and plays The Abbot, couldn't believe what the film achieved. Robbie said: 'He said what we'd pulled off was miraculous and one of the big action scenes alone should have cost the same as the budget for the entire movie.' Robbie also roped in his family. Eldest daughter Cammie helped on the make-up for Welsh and the zombies, second daughter Lucky worked on editing and effects, son Harry played different characters including a Hitler youth, and youngest Ava, three, also got a part. Their mum Val played leading lady Agent Jennings, while Robbie's brother Shaun played another main character, Dash Dalton. Robbie laughed: 'My wee mum, Margo Davidson, got mown down in a hail of machine gun fire by cyborg stormtroopers.' His dad Geoff, an artist for the likes of Iggy Pop and Motorhead, helped make props and wrote some of the parts. But during filming he was knocked over on his Harley Davidson and died after 17 days in hospital. Robbie said: 'We filmed for such a long time three other cast members died and my Uncle Jack, who put money in the film, passed away from cancer. He was too ill to appear in the film so was immortalised on screen in the form of Uncle Jack's Whiskey.' Americans have already labelled Dick Dynamite Scotland's craziest film – quite something from a country that's brought the world the likes of Dog Soldiers and Trainspotting. Robbie said: 'I've heard a few times that Dick Dynamite is the maddest film to come out of Scotland. I didn't set out to secure such a great moniker.' However, Robbie does despair at Scotland's 'permanently closed doors' to grassroots films. He said: 'Filmmaking in Scotland should be for everyone and there should be help out there to help nourish this talent. Scotland has a long history of fantastic storytelling and filmmakers need encouraged – not shut down. Not everyone wants to be a runner on Outlander; some people are incredibly talented and have their own stories to tell.' © Supplied Recently playing in South America with The Exploited, Robbie hasn't been put off making films in Scotland and is working on new projects, but he doesn't think he could go through making a DIY film again like Dick Dynamite. The rocker, who quit film school in Edinburgh in 2000 to play with The Exploited only to return to finish his studies a decade later, said: 'While we may have had the time of our lives making a film for three or four years at weekends, it also took over my life and cost me a relationship. 'People say to me I'm living the dream, I'm touring in these amazing and incredible countries, whether it's with the band or the movie, and they might see me on social media hanging out with superstars, or rocking out on a big stage, or filming in the Hollywood Hills, but the reality is I'm as skint as the next man. I don't have a proper home right now or even a car. 'Without proper funding, I don't know if I could endure another movie like Dick Dynamite.' Dick Dynamite: 1944 is out now on Blu-ray, DVD and digital as well as to buy and rent on Amazon Prime, iTunes, Sky Store, Virgin and YouTube
News18
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
BTS's Mic Drop Crosses 1.5 Billion Views, Proving Their Reign Is Far From Over
Last Updated: Prior to Mic Drop, the boy band's music videos like Boy With Luv, Dynamite and DNA also achieved the milestone on YouTube. In another feather to their musical cap, K-pop sensation BTS has raked in a new record by achieving 1.5 billion views on their popular music video MIC Drop (Steve Aoki Remix). As announced by BigHit Music on May 23, Mic Drop crossed the 1.5 billion mark on YouTube around 5 PM, making it the fourth music video from the group to achieve the milestone. Prior to that, other BTS songs like Boy With Luv, Dynamite, and DNA had collected 1.5 billion views on YouTube. The music video for MIC Drop (Steve Aoki Remix) was originally released on November 24, 2017, suggesting that it took over seven years, five months, and 20 days to reach the feat. Fans have been celebrating the same on social media, with many resharing clips from the MV across X and Instagram. 💥 @bts_bighit hit another major milestone!The "MIC Drop (Steve Aoki Remix)" MV has officially surpassed 1.5 billion views on YouTube as of Friday at 5:07 PM KST! 🎉This marks the group's 4th MV to reach the 1.5B club, following:🎆 'Dynamite" (heading for 2B)🌸 'Boy With Luv"… — KpopHerald (@Kpop_Herald) May 23, 2025 Mic Drop was remixed into the electro trap genre by world-renowned DJ Steve Aoki, as a part of BTS's mini album LOVE YOURSELF: Her. Upon its debut, the song not only entered at No. 28 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart but also maintained the position for the next 10 weeks, enjoying major global popularity. The music video features a unique and powerful sound, which is complemented further by visual styles. The artists also deliver their impeccable synchronised dancing skills in alternating settings. BTS MVs With Billion Views As of now, while Dynamite is now on its way to touch two billion views, Boy With Luv has over 1.8 billion views, and DNA has crossed 1.6 billion views. In the meantime, the boy band has about 40 music videos that have already crossed the billion-view mark. Apart from the aforementioned titles, they also have IDOL, FAKE LOVE, Butter, Blood Sweat & Tears in the list, followed by others like Dope, Fire, and Save Me with millions on YouTube. Even though BTS has been away from the musical scene for a long time, owing to the members' military service, the update shows their ever-growing fandom. Speaking of which, BTS is all set to reunite this year, with the remaining members set for their discharge in the coming months. The eldest members of the group, Jin and J-Hope, have already been discharged and have resumed normal activities. First Published:
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
AEW's Jamie Hayter is seizing her moment: 'I have more at stake than Mercedes' Moné
The city of San Antonio has four large indoor sports and event venues, three with its own signature, legendary San Antonio Spur who provided incredible moments and enduring memories. The Frost Bank Center saw Tim Duncan at the helm of the Spurs' dynasty, winning four NBA championships since its opening in 2002. The Alamodome, a tank of an arena in the heart of downtown, had "The Admiral" at the controls, with David Robinson establishing franchise record after franchise record in its hallowed halls. But the start of it all was at the Hemisfair Arena, with 'The Iceman' George Gervin finger-rolling his way into the NBA Hall of Fame, one smooth drive after another. The fourth space, the Freeman Coliseum, doesn't have a silver and black deity in its rafters, but it does have the distinction hosting one of AEW's greatest matches to date: 2022's Women's World Title match between challenger Hikaru Shida and then-champion, now Owen Hart Cup finalist Jamie Hayter. Advertisement As she looks to once again climb that mountain and sit alone atop the AEW Women's division, at Double or Nothing, Hayter's out to show the world that setbacks can't stop what hard work has put into motion. Best-of lists drive conversation and spark outrage, but there's just something different about two focused combatants choosing to go out and kick each other's asses for divisional supremacy. Even in preparation, Hayter's interest is in whatever physique grants her the best opportunity to beat the hell out of whoever stands across from her. 'I like to have a bit of meat on my bones, to be honest," she says. "I like to be a bit more stockier. I don't really care about having abs so much. I just like to be a bit big. As big as I physically can.' Hayter and Shida went to war without having the same weapons of strategy, something Hayter appreciates across AEW's Women's division. There's variance in size and style, but the most important thing is being able to bring the pain to your opponent whenever called upon. 'That's the wonderful thing about wrestling, isn't it?" she says. "It really is for anybody. I don't really think it necessarily matters your body size or shape. I think if you can go in the ring, you go in the ring. Let that do the speaking for you. There'll be plenty of naysayers that will be like, 'Well, I actually think this about this body type, or I don't think they should look like this and that.' But it's just like, 'Well, f*** them.' That's what I say. Let your in-ring do the talking.' Advertisement That focus on force, regardless of physique, helped Hayter retain her title with a deliberate, decapitating ripcord lariat finisher, appropriately titled 'Hayterade.' Yet the contest's importance was twofold: It was for the AEW Women's World Championship, but it was also one of AEW's rare televised women's main events. 'I'd never main-evented a 'Dynamite' before,' Hayter reflects. 'This is pressure, because the main event of a show, you want to send everyone home happy and entertain them. You don't want it to be bad, and you're thinking about all these factors that go into it, and you want to put on a great show. "I'd never wrestled her before. I don't even know if we had really done much in the ring together. ... In general, I think it's definitely maybe my favorite match or my second-favorite match ever.' Hayter originally won the title in an interim fashion from Toni Storm at 2022's Full Gear pay-per-view, and carried it until 2023's Double or Nothing, where she gave way to the now-megastar and current AEW Women's World Champion Storm prior to Storm's transition into her 'Timeless' persona. Outside of the ring, the two were very close, both having honed their crafts in World Wrestling Stardom. They lived together during the pandemic and spent their time watching every piece of professional wrestling media they could find, regardless of participant, era or location. 'What else was there really to do?" Hayter says. Advertisement "We would watch pretty much anything. YouTube is such a great hub for finding so many random bits of wrestling. … All Japan [Pro Wrestling], women's wrestling, or I'll watch some World of Sport or some random French wrestling from the '50s or something like that. Then [Will] Ospreay really enjoyed putting on some backyarding stuff, which I hadn't really watched so much of. "I think it obviously kept our wrestling brains intact, because not doing it for so long, you almost feel like you're going to forget how to do it. I kept having dreams that I didn't know how to run the ropes anymore, so certain I'd wake up in a hot sweat like, 'Oh my God!'' Joining AEW during its infancy in 2019 then enduring the global layoff was one thing, but Hayter still had her wits, her time and the space to improve. She had a second drought of sorts, this time due to a nagging injury that finally hit home. Hayter took time off due to two herniated discs in her back that were so severe, she almost gave up wrestling entirely. With the pandemic, she could go from her bed to the couch to soak in all forms of her chosen passion, but the injury grounded her to the point that stimuli outside of the bare necessities was almost impossible. 'I'd be at work, and my God, it was unbearable," Hayter says. "I'd be crying all the time. I couldn't even walk properly or anything like that. I would never wish it on my worst enemy because it was really, really horrific. Jamie Hayter has torn up the ring since returning to action. (Photo via AEW) (Lee South) "I couldn't even laugh because I'd be in that much pain. … Just laying in bed, I don't know if you've ever bed-rotted for a while or been in that situation where you're in bed and you're like, 'God, well, this is my life now.'' Advertisement Whoever Hayter prays to clearly holds her in their favor, as her life finally returned to normal in the fall of 2024. With AEW All In emanating from her native England, she ripped through Sayara's friends and family to confront her, stunning and satisfying the crowd of over 45,000 fans. She also began to form her new signature look, a strong 1970's vibe inspired by The Doors frontman Jim Morrison and fellow Englishwoman Kate Bush. 'I wanted to dress [in what] was more my style," she says, "and outside of wrestling … I enjoy doing more things on my hair and changing up my style a bit more. "I treat it like albums. I have my independent pro-wrestling album, my Japan album, when I first came to AEW and then post-injury, changing and evolving. Imagine if your favorite band did the same thing every single time, didn't change anything up, and it was just the same. I think that's boring, personally. I think, why not experiment and see how it goes?' Since then, it's been a slow burn back to prominence, but comes Sunday, Hayter is jockeying for pole position with Mercedes Moné, who has yet to suffer a singles loss in AEW. The two Owen Hart Cup finalists have both experienced massive success in AEW, and while they both have individual goals, they both want to solidify the AEW women's division as the best in the world. They have a chance to sway opinion once more with their tournament final matchup. 'We want to make this the best women's division, the deepest woman's division, the most interesting woman's division that we can," Hayter says. "I really do think, given the opportunity, every single woman has something to offer. ... Even though we're not shouting and screaming it from the rooftops for everyone else to hear, it's almost like an inside mission. It's something that we all want to achieve, because we all believe in the division. Advertisement "We want to live up to the, 'Where the best wrestle,' tagline. ... We're going to get there, and I think we're definitely on that path.' Jamie Hayter will vault into a world title shot if she emerges victorious Sunday. (Photo via AEW) For Hayter, the best way to serve the masses would be to serve herself. Defeating Moné, then going on to face and conquer 'Timeless' Toni Storm at July's All In: Texas showcase would go a long way in reaffirming her as the division's best. She's already a San Antonio legend, but Dallas, with its emphasis on size and stature, would be a different beast to conquer. '[Winning the Owen Hart Cup] really does mean a lot to me. I'm not going to lie," Hayter says. "I think I have more at stake than Mercedes does. "I haven't really done anything [since I came back]. This is the first thing I've done of note, and I've been back since August 2024. Hey, that's just how it goes. But this is my opportunity to really show people, maybe I look a little bit different or whatever, but I'm still the same person in the ring. I'm still aggressive. I can still go. Advertisement "That fire gets lit in you and you're like, 'No, I think I'm starting to believe in myself more again,'" Hayter continues. "I want to show people that I never left and I can go, and I can be at that level that so many women now have gotten to that level. Toni Storm and Willow [Nightingale] and Kris Statlander — all these girls have been smashing it since I've been gone as well. They're really at the top of our division. I want to join them.' While others have staked their claims in Hayter's absence, there's still that night at the Freeman Coliseum, that David Robinson-esque quintuple double in the "AEW Dynamite" main event that has yet to be duplicated, replicated, or even truly imitated. But it's a finals performance that Hayter wants to put on tape to show that she's not only all the way back, she's all the way in as the division's best. 'Winning the Owen Hart Cup would be great because it's a fantastic tournament," she says. "It honors Owen Hart. It's great for honoring his legacy. I also will give Mercedes Moné her first loss in AEW, which, I think that'd be pretty cool. I think that's a little brownie point for me. Then going to All In, potentially facing Toni Storm, I think that would be interesting because we haven't stepped in the ring together for quite some time. She beat me the first time for the belt, then I beat her, then she beat me again. I almost feel like I could do it — I really could go all the way.' Hayter has the frame, the fervor and the fight to once more sit atop AEW's women's division, and she's ready and willing to run through anyone blocking her path.
