Thekla Says Tony Khan Is Safe — For Now — As She Reflects on AEW Creative and STARDOM Exit

Thekla has a message for AEW president Tony Khan: he has nothing to worry about. At least for the moment.

The Austrian wrestler recently spoke about her experience working with All Elite Wrestling, delivering a tongue-in-cheek reassurance that Khan doesn’t have to fear any attacks from her — punctuating the comment with a pointed “for now” that nodded directly to how her previous chapter ended.

Before arriving in AEW, Thekla made headlines in STARDOM when she physically attacked promotion president Taro Okada. The incident was not without consequence — it cost her her spot on the roster, with STARDOM handing her a release following the confrontation. What looked like a career flashpoint, however, turned into a launching pad. Thekla eventually signed with AEW, bringing her distinctive blend of unhinged charisma and in-ring ability to a global stage.

Her willingness to lean into the history of the Okada attack — framing it almost as a warning to her current boss — speaks to the kind of character work that has made her a compelling presence wherever she performs. The wink-and-a-nod humor lands precisely because there’s a real, documented moment behind it.

Whether Thekla’s reassurance to Khan holds up over time remains to be seen, but if her track record is any indication, AEW’s roster and management alike would be wise to keep one eye on her at all times.