AEW News Roundup - Major star interested in signing, WWE's reaction to Renee Young's baby announcement, Liv Morgan spotted with Dark Order member (16th June 2021)

It's time for another edition of the AEW News Roundup. Today's lineup begins with a brilliant piece of news.

Renee Paquette and Jon Moxley became first-time parents when they welcomed their baby daughter into the world. All the top reactions have been covered in today's roundup.

Mox also revealed if he wants his daughter to pursue professional wrestling as a career once she grows up.

Mark Henry has confirmed a former WWE star is interested in signing with AEW. Elsewhere, Liv Morgan was spotted wrestling with a Dark Order member. The same person also opened up about the experience of working with other Dark Order members.

On that note, let's take a look at each story in detail:

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#5. Mark Henry confirms there is 'interest on both sides' regarding Braun Strowman's possible AEW signing

Braun Strowman will be one of the biggest free agents in professional wrestling when his WWE non-compete clause ends in August. AEW seems like the ideal destination for the former Universal Champion.

While there is much speculation about Strowman's asking fee, AEW is interested in securing the services of the Monster Among Men.

During a recent interview with TMZ Sports, Mark Henry revealed that Strowman is 'super high' on the list of talents he wishes to see in AEW.

Henry added that 'serious conversations' from a contractual standpoint might only kickstart in August. However, he noted that both parties are eager to come to a potential agreement.

"[He's] super high on my list. It's not all a Mark Henry decision, but there is already interest on both sides, so hopefully, by the time he's allowed to wrestle, in August- I think the middle of August then we can have a serious conversation about contractual things of that nature, but right now there's interest on both sides."

Mark Henry was responsible for getting Strowman a WWE contract, and he might be a key figure in the recently released superstar's rumored AEW move.

#4. WWE, superstars and several AEW wrestlers react to Renee Paquette's baby announcement

Renee Paquette and AEW's Jon Moxley have finally welcomed their first child. Reactions to the brilliant news have flooded social media.

Before we get to those, here's what Paquette posted on Twitter:

"Baby girl is officially here, so I'm checking out and becoming a mom. (She's absolutely incredible!!) I have a bunch of guest hosts lined up for you guys and I started with none other than my baby daddy, cool dude husband @JonMoxley."

WWE's official Twitter handle sent out a congratulatory message, but the company unsurprisingly did not mention AEW's Jon Moxley.

A big CONGRATULATIONS to the one and only @ReneePaquette on the birth of her baby girl!

Several superstars from AEW and WWE sent messages to the couple, and we've compiled all the best reactions below:

All of us at Sportskeeda Wrestling would like to congratulate Renee Paquette and Jon Moxley.

#3. AEW's Jon Moxley on his daughter possibly becoming a professional wrestler

AEW's Jon Moxley wasted no time in sitting down for a special episode of his wife's Oral Sessions podcast immediately following the couple's baby announcement.

Moxley hosted the episode and was involved in an engaging Q&A session, during which he opened up about his newborn daughter's future. The former AEW World Champion has no qualms about his daughter pursuing pro wrestling if she is legitimately passionate about the business.

Moxley stated that he would not stop Nora if she aspired to follow in his footsteps. The AEW star would, instead, serve as her guide and mentor if she decides to enter the squared circle.

"If she was really passionate, then yeah, go for it. If not, if it were just a playing around thing, then go play around with it," Moxley said. "I would assess where her mindset was and [I would say], 'Get in there and, uh, take a bump. See how that feels.' Whatever she wants to do, I will support it. If she ever wanted to get into wrestling, in theory, I would rather guide [her] and make sure it was done correctly and safely and right, and for all of the right reasons." (WrestlingInc)

While it would be fantastic if Nora ends up being a second-generation wrestler, it's great to see Jon Moxley is a clearheaded father in this scenario.

#2. Liv Morgan spotted wrestling Brodie Lee Jr. of AEW's Dark Order

AEW's Negative One is an absolute sensation!

Liv Morgan had her first-ever intergender match recently against none other than AEW's Negative One, aka Brodie Lee Jr.

Lee's son was first spotted training with Morgan and Tyson Kidd (TJ Wilson) back in January 2021, and it seems like the mentorship program is bearing fruit. Amanda Huber, Brodie Lee Jr's mother, took to Instagram to post a short clip of her son's match against Liv Morgan.

The match took place at Natalya and Wilson's wrestling school 'Dungeon' in Florida. Huber expressed her gratitude towards Natalya and Wilson for teaching Negative One professional wrestling safely. She even praised Liv Morgan in a note given below:

"Thank you again to @natbynature and @tjwilson711 for letting us come hang out and letting B roll around. He always looks forward to being around wrestling, and this is a safe way for him to learn basics without bumping around.

"Keeping close to wrestling has been so important for the boys, and staying close to the people they have known for their whole lives has been even more important. We don't have any blood relatives in Florida, so keeping close to our wrestling family has been a huge part in our healing process.

"Liv is always so patient with Brodie and they work really well together. Nattie has done a great job making sure Brodie learns how to keep himself safe, as well as whoever he works with. Also, who better to learn the basics of wrestling from than a Hart? Nolan, as always, had a great time running around, playing in the rain, jumping in puddles, and high five jumps."

The WWE superstar said she was glad to have had her first intergender contest against the adorable AEW Dark Order member.

"My first inter-gender match and I'm so happy it was with -1 🖤 It was so great seeing you guys again 🙏🏼✨ Liv-0 Brodie-1.. until next time 🖤😝," stated Liv Morgan in the comments section of Huber's IG post.

Brodie Lee Jr. still has school to complete, and he'd only be eligible to sign an AEW contract once he turns 18. However, the energetic youngster is currently enjoying himself on AEW TV, and he opened up about his relationship with another Dark Order member...

#1. Brodie Lee Jr. talks about working with Tay Conti in AEW, future as a pro wrestler

It's astonishing that AEW's Brodie Lee Jr. is just eight years old! The Dark Order member was a guest on the recent AEW Unrestricted podcast episode filmed at the Fan Fest, where he spoke about his on-screen alliance with Tay Conti.

Negative One recalled coming out with Anna Jay and Conti for the first time several months ago. He noted he was confused about who he'd accompany to the ring following Jay's injury, but Conti thankfully stepped in and they ended up becoming best friends.

The two have continued to appear together on AEW Dark programming.

"I came out with her (Anna Jay) and Tay for the first time. We came out with each other, and I did the heart thing (symbol with his hands) with Anna. Then Anna got injured. I was like, 'Who's going to come out with you?' She said, 'I don't know.' I said, 'Maybe it can be me.' We started doing it, and we clicked. Now we are best friends," said Negative One.

Negative One added he only sees himself becoming a wrestler as he has been a fan of the business since a young age. He wants to follow in his father's footsteps and relive his legacy.

"There is zero percent chance I'm going to be anything else but a professional wrestler. I have been doing wrestling since I was one. I've watched wrestling since I was one. I've done it, and I'm going to do it because my dad did it. I'm not going to stop and not relive his legacy."

Negative One has an AEW contract waiting for him once he is an adult, but we're surely going to see a lot of the lively kid in the years to come before he turns into an actual pro.