William Regal’s WWE Return: First Appearance Following AEW Stint and Charlie Dempsey in AJPW

William Regal has marked his return to WWE with a significant announcement on social media, breaking the news about an NXT star’s international debut.

Amid earlier speculation questioning the authenticity of a teaser, William Regal, in his first WWE appearance since parting ways with AEW last year, confirmed the involvement of NXT’s Charlie Dempsey in an upcoming All Japan Pro Wrestling event on January 3, 2024.

In a rare on-camera appearance since his transition from AEW back to WWE, William Regal, who happens to be Charlie Dempsey’s real-life father, proudly conveyed the news on behalf of NXT. The announcement confirmed that Charlie Dempsey would be representing NXT at the All Japan Pro Wrestling show in January.

Making his public statement as Dempsey’s father for the first time, Regal expressed pride in sending his talented son to Japan, showcasing that ‘real European wrestling’ is thriving.

The entire announcement can be viewed below.

Following his departure from AEW, Regal reportedly had a contractual clause preventing him from appearing on WWE television for one year. As the expiration of this time frame approaches, fans will eagerly anticipate whether Lord Regal will make future appearances on WWE television. Stay tuned for updates on this development.