The former WWE star says he is relaxing and spending time with family after leaving the company
Summary
– Austin Creed said he is enjoying his first extended break from wrestling in 22 years
– Creed joked with Kenny Omega about taking a permanent vacation from WWE
– He declined to discuss his wrestling future during their gaming interview
Austin Creed has opened up about his time away from professional wrestling following his WWE departure.
Creed and Kofi Kingston were among the WWE departures announced in early May 2026 after spending nearly two decades with the company as members of The New Day.
Creed recently joined AEW World Champion Kenny Omega for a gaming interview with Giant Bomb.
The longtime friends joked about the major changes that had taken place during their six months apart.
Creed told Omega that he had recently found himself with more free time.
Omega jokingly congratulated him for finally requesting the vacation he had discussed for years.
Creed responded that his vacation had become permanent, leading Omega to react with surprise.
Creed later said he was taking his first complete break in 22 years.
He explained that the time away has allowed him to relax, travel with his family, and enjoy the summer while his children are out of school.
Creed also said he has been enjoying the ability to sleep well and exist without the demands of a wrestling schedule.
Omega attempted to ask the question many wrestling fans have about Creed’s future, but Creed jokingly refused to discuss the subject.
The supplied material notes that AEW President Tony Khan was asked about Creed and Kingston potentially joining the promotion, but it does not include his response.
