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Mick Foley Set to Co-Host Double or Nothing Buy In
5/21/2026, 5:22:34 AM
Core Event: Foley to Co-Host Double or Nothing Buy In
All Elite Wrestling announced that WWE Hall of Famer Mick Foley will co-host the Double or Nothing Buy In pre-show on Sunday, May 24, 2026, alongside Renee Paquette. The broadcast begins at 7 p.m. ET on AEW’s YouTube, HBO Max and Amazon Prime.
Background & Context: WWE Exit and Political Motivation
In December 2025 Foley announced he would not renew his WWE Legends contract, which ends in June 2026, citing frustration with WWE’s partnership with the Trump administration after the president’s comments on Rob Reiner’s death. The decision ends a career that included WCW’s Cactus Jack run on TBS and WWE stints as Mankind, Dude Love and Cactus Jack.
Timeline
Dec 2025 – Foley announces WWE departure; May 16 2026 – AEW reports interest; May 24 2026 – Foley co-hosts Double or Nothing Buy In.
Data & Statistics
Ticket sales have topped 13,800, making Double or Nothing AEW’s second-largest domestic PPV. The main card features a hair-vs-title match between champion Darby Allin and challenger MJF.
Why It Matters
Foley’s presence adds a high-profile legend to AEW’s marquee weekend, likely boosting viewership and underscoring AEW’s ability to attract talent outside WWE. His debut also highlights the political dimension of his career choices.
Official Statements & Responses
AEW President Tony Khan announced Foley’s role on X, and Foley posted an Instagram message expressing excitement about joining AEW and meeting co-host Renee Paquette and President Khan. No contract details have been disclosed.
Criticism & Opposition
MJF responded on social media with a brief “……great.” He later called Foley “fat” and “ugly” and said Foley was the blueprint for Darby Allin, expressing personal dislike.
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
Sources disagree on whether Foley has signed a long-term AEW contract; all confirm only his Buy In role. The Buy In match lineup has not been released, leaving his on-air duties unclear.
Verbatim Quotes
- “Before #AEWDoN, watch the The Buy In FREE before the ppv THIS SUNDAY! Your new co-hosts are @ReneePaquette & Mick Foley! Foley’s coming back to TBS, where he ran wild as Cactus Jack! Don’t miss his first night in AEW on Sunday + see you for Wednesday Night #AEWDynamite TONIGHT!” — Tony Khan, AEW President (X)
- “FOLEY IS ALL ELITE! I am extremely happy to be making my debut with @aew – joining @reneepaquette on the #DoubleOrNothing pre-show.” — Mick Foley, WWE Hall of Famer (Instagram)
- “I think Mick Foley is fat, and he's ugly. And I think he was the blueprint for what Darby Allin is now, which makes me hate him even more. That's what I think of Mick Foley.” — MJF, AEW talent (media interview)
- “…….great.” — MJF, Twitter response
What’s Next
The Buy In airs on May 24, after which Foley is slated to appear on Wednesday Night Dynamite. Fans will watch for any on-screen interaction with MJF and for further announcements about Foley’s AEW involvement.
