Darby Allin: The Unlikely Savior of Wrestling Thanks to Jackass
In a world where superheroes soar through the skies and villains twirl their mustaches, wrestlers like Darby Allin are making a name for themselves with a little help from a band of misfits called Jackass. Who knew that the guys who catapulted themselves into shopping carts would also ignite a wrestling phenomenon? While chatting on Steve-O’s Wild Ride podcast, the AEW star revealed how he went from despairing in his basement to climbing Mount Everest—because why wouldn’t you add “mountain conqueror” to your résumé?
“When I do stunts,” Allin mused, “it’s like a personal therapy session. Every skateboarding mishap is another notch in my mental toughness belt.” With no self-esteem to speak of, he ventured into the realm of the absurd, claiming it gives him the confidence to hold conversations with the likes of Steve-O. Surely, nothing says “small talk” like comparing broken bones.
As a child fan of Jackass, Allin felt a splendid camaraderie with skateboarders and musicians—because what’s a 10-year-old to do when he finds wrestling legends utterly relatable? “I looked at the wrestlers and thought, ‘Who are these people? They don’t even skate!’” he joked. It’s heartwarming to know that while kids everywhere dreamed of being superheroes, Allin was busy plotting to bring chaos and an occasional board trick into the squared circle.
He wasted little time manifesting dreams, showcasing his skateboard on live TV, and sending shockwaves through the wrestling world. “Holy *expletive*, there’s a skateboarder wrestler!” was the collective gasped response. But you see, not every plot twist in wrestling involves a steel chair; sometimes, it’s just a skateboard that creates pandemonium.
Allin’s discussions with AEW President Tony Khan have also turned into wild antics, as they explore how his skateboard world record attempt on Everest could thrust Jackass-like shenanigans into fresh territory. “Look, Bam Margera broke big skating and then went on to exploit his life in the chaos,” Allin reflected. “If I toss myself off a mountain, it’s like an brand advertisement: ‘Watch AEW! Now with a side of insanity!’”
When Tony Khan gives the green light to jump off anything, one can’t help but imagine the potential behind sponsorships involving crutches and medical bills. “Yeah, that’s a great business model!” we can almost hear Khan chime in, while grinning at plans for future mismatched wrestling showcases that will surely leave fans questioning their life choices.
And let’s pivot to a different battlefield: the surprisingly comedic moment when Jon Moxley dryly declared his obsession with “deathmatch style” wrestling. “I know it’s not everyone’s cup of tea, but I won’t apologize for relishing my brand of chaos,” he proclaimed. Who knew that hardcore wrestling combined with a dash of dark humor could become the prestigious art form we didn’t know we desperately needed?
Since its inception in 2019, AEW has transformed into the wrestling version of a reality show gone rogue. Melding violence with artistry, its matches have introduced props ranging from kendo sticks to *insert your favorite household item here.* Art imitates life, right? As a result, viewers can now tune in for matches filled with beauty, mayhem, and perhaps a nail-filled bat or two. Truly, this society is not ready for such daring performances.
So, as you prepare for the next episode of AEW, brace yourself for a roller-coaster of emotions and an unhealthy dose of irony as Darby Allin’s Jackass-inspired journey unfolds—a reminder that when life gets tough, it’s time to skateboard off a mountain, dive into absurdity, and maybe even break a few bones for good measure.
