AEW is seizing the moment with The Beast Mortos. Just as news broke confirming his relationship with Mercedes Mon, the rising star was added to the main event of AEW Grand Slam: Mexico, replacing Claudio Castagnoli. While AEW hasnt tied the two events together, the timing has fans talkingand AEW isnt slowing down.
The change came just before the live broadcast, with Tony Khan announcing that Mortos would team with The Death Riders and The Young Bucks against Will Ospreay, Swerve Strickland, Samoa Joe, Powerhouse Hobbs, and Katsuyori Shibata. Mortos addition came without a stated reason, but it couldnt have come at a more attention-grabbing moment.
That same week, TMZ confirmed that Mortos is officially dating AEW TBS Champion Mercedes Mon. The confirmation followed a viral Instagram story from Mortos, featuring Mon smiling beside him. Though his face was partially hidden, the caption said it all: In your arms I find peace.
He also paired the post with the track El amor de su vidatranslated as The love of his life. Mon later addressed the rumors herself, telling TMZ: Its a real beauty and the beast situation.
This marks the first public relationship for Mon since her split from Sarath Ton, which became official nearly a year ago. She previously disclosed they had separated back in December 2020.
While AEW hasnt commented on the timing of Mortos push, its clear they see potential. His mysterious persona and strong in-ring presence have already caught attention. Add in his real-life storyformer vet tech, nurse, and soon-to-be lawyerand Mortos is quickly becoming one of the most unique personalities in wrestling.
As for Mon, shes thriving in every way. She holds three major titles across AEW, RevPro, and EWA. And now, shes stepping into a new chapter of her personal life while continuing to dominate the industry.
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