AEW's backstage reaction to Britt Baker's status amid absence revealed

Britt Baker's status in AEW has been unclear for a while now. However, a new update sheds light on how the All Elite Wrestling locker room is reacting to the situation.

Former AEW Women's World Champion Britt Baker was last seen on programming in November 2024. However, Baker has been active on social media and has made appearances at wrestling events amid her absence from All Elite Wrestling. Now, a new update suggests that the company's locker room is divided over her future.

Speaking on Wrestling Observer Radio, Dave Meltzer reported on Britt's situation and said that nobody outside of Baker and Tony Khan knows much of what's happening. He then touched upon the feeling in the locker room, and stated it is split on what comes next.

“I know people in the company who think it’s just one of those things and she’ll be back. Other people think that she’s gone, wants to go.” said Meltzer [H/T Ringside News]

Breaking Vince Russo and Jim Cornette update HERE.

Check out his comments in the video below:

There were also reports earlier that Baker has been actively trying to leave the Jacksonville-based promotion, with rumors around her potentially joining rival WWE. It will be interesting to see when the Britt Baker saga finally comes to an end.

Britt Baker calls Willow Nightingale "cute" amid AEW absence

It is common knowledge that Britt Baker is close friends with Willow Nightingale. Amid her hiatus, the former AEW Women's World Champion took to social media to send a heartwarming message to Nightingale, commenting on her recent post on Instagram.

"U cuuuute," wrote Baker.

It is worth noting that Britt Baker and Willow Nightingale have never faced each other in singles competition in All Elite Wrestling, and now, with rumors swirling around Baker's impending departure from the Jacksonville-based promotion, fans could wonder when these two real-life friends will lock horns inside the squared circle.

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Karan Raj is a senior writer in Sportskeeda's AEW division. He holds an engineering degree from Manipal University, but his passion for sports motivated him to pursue an MSc in Sports Business from the University of Liverpool. Karan has been in the sports marketing industry for the past seven years.

As a lifelong WWE fan and enthusiast of wrestling entertainment, he has always been drawn to the industry's unique blend of sports and storytelling. Karan was introduced to the business by his elder sister when he was 10 years old.

Before assuming his current role at Sportskeeda, Karan worked for several reputable organizations, such as Ting Works LLP and Sportz Interactive, wearing different hats. He also wrote the anthem of UP Rudras, a hockey team that played in the Hockey India League. Karan conducts thorough research while writing articles and only relies on credible sources for information.

Karan's favorite pro wrestler is Seth Rollins. He admires The Visionary's versatility as a performer and his ability to play both heel and babyface characters to perfection. Besides Rollins, Karan looks up to Roman Reigns for his storytelling skills and ability to captivate audiences.

In AEW, he enjoys watching Will Ospreay compete inside the ring. Karan loves The Aerial Assassin's technical in-ring ability and athleticism. If Karan could go back to the Attitude Era, he would combine forces with Jericho and promise to elevate his career to the same level as The Rock and Stone Cold Steve Austin.When not writing about pro wrestling, Karan loves to play and watch football. It is a huge part of his life.

He is also a massive fan of tennis and is learning to play the sport. Apart from sports, he also knows how to play the ukulele.

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