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AEW Wrestler Brody King Absent from TV After Anti-ICE Chants
Network owner Warner Bros. Discovery denies involvement in King's absence from recent 'AEW Dynamite' episode.
Published on Feb. 12, 2026
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Brody King, a wrestler for All Elite Wrestling (AEW) and the former vocalist for hardcore band God's Hate, was notably absent from the most recent episode of AEW Dynamite. This came after King received "fuck ICE" chants from the crowd during the previous week's episode, referencing his vocal opposition to the actions of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). While reports surfaced that Warner Bros. Discovery, the network owner behind AEW's shows, had kept King off TV due to the anti-ICE chants, the company has denied any involvement, stating the absence was simply how the show was booked.
Why it matters
This incident highlights the intersection of politics, entertainment, and corporate decision-making. King's vocal stance against ICE has made him a target of criticism, and his absence from AEW programming has raised questions about how much influence network owners have over talent's on-screen appearances, especially when it comes to controversial political views.
The details
During the Feb. 4 episode of AEW Dynamite, King was showered with "fuck ICE" chants from the crowd in attendance. He was then noticeably absent from the following week's episode on Feb. 11. Reports surfaced that Warner Bros. Discovery, the parent company of TBS which airs AEW, had kept King off the show due to the anti-ICE chants. However, the company has since denied any involvement, stating King's absence was simply part of how the show was booked.
- King received "fuck ICE" chants from the crowd during the Feb. 4 episode of AEW Dynamite.
- King was absent from the Feb. 11 episode of AEW Dynamite.
The players
Brody King
An AEW wrestler who is also the former vocalist for the hardcore band God's Hate. King has been vocal about his opposition to the actions of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Warner Bros. Discovery
The network owner behind AEW's popular TV shows, including AEW Dynamite on TBS.
What they’re saying
“Those at AEW have said nobody from WBD asked them not to use Brody King on last night's show and this was just how it was booked to only use him in a video package.”
— Dave Meltzer, Wrestling writer (X)
What’s next
King is scheduled to compete in a world heavyweight championship match this Saturday at an AEW event.
The takeaway
This incident highlights the delicate balance between talent's political views, corporate interests, and fan reactions in the world of professional wrestling. It raises questions about how much influence network owners have over talent's on-screen appearances, especially when it comes to controversial political stances.
