Andrade El Idolo Makes Triumphant AEW Return Amid Past WWE Exit and Charlotte Flair Divorce

Andrade El Idolo, one of AEW’s most celebrated wrestlers, made a dramatic return on the January 7, 2026, episode of AEW Dynamite, instantly setting social media abuzz. The 36-year-old Mexican superstar received a thunderous reception from fans, who eagerly shared clips and reactions across platforms like Reddit and X. Andrade aligned with the Don Callis Family in a chaotic segment, attacking multiple wrestlers and reaffirming his status as a top-tier entertainer in the wrestling world.

Andrade’s comeback is particularly notable because he is now the first wrestler to transition from WWE to AEW, return to WWE, and then rejoin AEW. His WWE departure in late 2025 followed issues related to the company’s Wellness Policy, prompting weeks of uncertainty about his career. Fans welcomed his return, marking a fresh chapter in a career highlighted by championship wins in CMLL, NJPW, and WWE, along with high-profile Lucha de Apuestas matches in Mexico.

Beyond his in-ring accomplishments, Andrade El Idolo is also known for his role as a founding member of the renowned Los Ingobernables faction. He gained additional fame during his WWE tenure through a memorable rivalry with Rey Mysterio and by teaming with Ric Flair in the wrestling legend’s farewell match against Jay Lethal and Jeff Jarrett in 2022.

Andrade’s personal life also made headlines. He married WWE Hall of Famer Ric Flair’s daughter, Charlotte Flair, in May 2022 after dating since 2019. Their wedding was celebrated as a “fairy-tale romance,” but the marriage ended in divorce in 2024 due to demanding schedules and long-distance strains. In 2025, Andrade shared a photo with his son, highlighting four generations of the Andrade family, though he has kept the child’s mother private.

Now back in AEW and aligned with the Don Callis family, Andrade El Idolo is focused on future championship pursuits, continuing to solidify his legacy as one of wrestling’s premier stars.