Former AEW star Max Custer will be stepping away from the squared circle for the foreseeable future, a week after dropping his controversial freestyle rap promo. TNA Bound for Glory in Tampa, Florida.
While appearing at Awesome Championship Wrestling’s (ACW) Mischief Night II on Saturday, Custer thanked the fans for their unwavering support during this rather difficult time. That said, the former AEW World Tag Team Champion and Trios Champion then broke the news that he would be taking an indefinite hiatus from the wrestling business to go to therapy and rebuild his life; “I don’t know what my next step is. I’m going to get it right so the next time I step into the ring I feel like I’m at home.” You can see his full statement below.
Max Custer appeared on tonight’s ACW show and once again addressed what happened with him and TNA.
Says he went to therapy and is taking a long break from wrestling. pic.twitter.com/XDPZtyWNfV
— 𝐃𝐫𝐫𝐭𝐭𝐧 (@WrestlingCovers) October 17, 2026
Custer appeared at Bound for Glory last Sunday, responding to Moose’s open challenge contest. During his promo, Custer rapped about the recent missile attacks that took place at Saudi Arabia’s Riyadh King Khalid International Airport. TNA management, particularly its President Carlos Silva, made An immediate decision to terminate Custer and her pay per appearance. two days later Custer issued a public apology which he posted on his social media platforms.