Chris Jericho has unveiled a dramatically leaner and more defined physique in a new photo posted to his social media accounts this week, prompting major buzz from fans and wrestling insiders alike. Many have noted that this is the slimmest and most athletic Jericho has looked in years.
Alongside the image, Jericho wrote, “Have a great week, everybody! Make some cool shit happen and see you all at @wasummercon this weekend!”
While the message confirmed his scheduled appearance at Washington Summer Con, it was Jericho’s physical transformation that stole the spotlight. The former AEW World Champion has been off AEW television since the April 24th, 2025, episode of Dynamite, when he was put through a table in a brutal assault by The Elite (The Young Bucks, Kazuchika Okada, and Jack Perry). The attack served as the storyline explanation for his absence.
Have a great week, everybody! Make some cool shit happen and see you all at @wasummercon this weekend! pic.twitter.com/RYWG3Qb5Rd
— Chris Jericho (@IAmJericho) June 16, 2025
It was reported by Fightful Select that Jericho had planned this time off to recover from several legitimate injuries and focus on touring with his band Fozzy, whose “Spotlight on North America” run has taken place during his hiatus.
Now, with the tour wrapping up and his new look going viral, speculation about Jericho’s imminent return to AEW is heating up. His current contract is reportedly set to expire at the end of 2025, making his next steps highly anticipated. Whether he returns to television soon or surprises fans with an entirely new direction, the wrestling world is watching closely.
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