5 former WWE stars who have reinvented themselves in AEW

#2. AEW star Miro became 'The Redeemer'

AEW's best character gimmick right now is Miro. His promos as 'The Redeemer' are hilarious yet menacing. His run as the TNT champion in 2021 proved that he could be a dominant main event champion.

Who would have thought this if he was still Rusev in WWE, who relied on his manager and wife Lana to speak on his behalf? Vince McMahon's company was content to keep him as a stereotypical foreign heel, limiting fan connections. Even his 'Rusev Day' run was swiftly snuffed out.

But as 'God's Forsaken Champion,' Miro proves he can cut his own promos and become a ring general. He deserved to challenge for the world title in 2022, and we won't be surprised if he wins it.

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#1. AEW star Bryan Danielson resurfaced as 'The American Dragon'

AEW first announced the surprise signing of Bryan Danielson at the All Out pay-per-view. He was a multi-time WWE champion and became the company's biggest underdog babyface, culminating in his legendary 'Yes Movement' storyline at WrestleMania 30. All in all, Bryan has had a Hall of Fame career in the WWE.

But it wasn't enough, as Bryan wanted to test himself at the tail end of his career. AEW provided the perfect platform to unleash 'The American Dragon' and truly cement his position as the best wrestler in the world. He has had 5-star matches with the likes of Kenny Omega and AEW champion Hangman Page. He has also displayed a vicious streak to his character and smoothly turned heel in the process. What a reinvention it has been for Bryan Danielson!