Chris Jericho is Officially Back in AEW – And He’s Speaking Out This Wednesday

After weeks of speculation about a potential WWE jump or retirement tour, the rumors are dead. Chris Jericho made a surprise return to All Elite Wrestling on the April 1 episode of Dynamite, opening the show in Winnipeg with the simple line: “I’m home.”

The former AEW World Champion had been off television since dropping the ROH title in 2025, but he never left the roster.

Now the wait is over. Today AEW made it official.

Wednesday Night #AEWDynamite
LIVE, 8/7c on TBS + HBO Max
Wednesday, 4/8@IAmJericho Will Address His Return LIVE

The former AEW World Champion made a shocking return to AEW in Winnipeg last night on Dynamite.

We'll hear more from Chris Jericho LIVE in Edmonton, THIS WEDNESDAY! pic.twitter.com/F9Hy2WGKkm

— All Elite Wrestling (@AEW) April 3, 2026

Fans can expect Jericho to break down what brought him back, where his head is at, and what’s next for “The Cornerstone” in AEW.

With the show heading to Edmonton on April 8, this is the perfect time for Jericho to set the record straight and kick off whatever chapter comes next.

Whether it’s a new faction, a fresh feud, or simply reclaiming his spot as one of AEW’s foundational stars, the wrestling world will be watching.

Stay tuned—Wednesday night is going to be must-see TV.