3 Key Points:
- Toni Storm hailed as an outstanding champion by AEW President Tony Khan.
- “Timeless” character transformation garners Turner Classic Movies (TCM) endorsement.
- Storm secures AEW Women’s Championship for a third time, with recent defense at AEW Worlds End.
Tony Khan’s Admiration for AEW Women’s Champion
All Elite Wrestling’s (AEW) roster of champions boasts considerable talent, yet among them, Toni Storm stands out, especially in the eyes of AEW’s President Tony Khan. On a media call before AEW Worlds End, Khan expressed his pride in Storm’s dual success as both a compelling wrestling persona and a skilled AEW Women’s Champion. His commendation underscores not only her athletic prowess but her growing popularity among AEW’s dedicated viewership.
Impact of “Timeless” Toni Storm’s Character Work
Storm’s evolution from an outsider in the women’s division to her current status as an old-Hollywood glamour icon has captured fans’ attention and led to an increase in her profile. The coup of securing a collaboration with Ben Mankiewicz of TCM for her character’s development signifies a crossover appeal to a prestigious niche audience. It’s an achievement that resonates with AEW’s audience, renown for their above-average income and advertiser-friendly demographics.
Storm’s Championship Reign and Mariah May’s Ambition
Toni Storm’s career trajectory took an intriguing twist as she began to distance herself from allies like Saraya and Ruby Soho, redefining her image along the way. In her ascent, Storm faced Riho at AEW Worlds End in a successful title defense, marking her third hold on the AEW Women’s Championship. Her reign at the top has captured the avid interest of Mariah May, an upcoming star, who’s been vying to align with Storm’s indelible persona.
