Additional Names Spotted Backstage for January 21 AEW Dynamite

The January 21, 2026 taping of AEW Dynamite in Orlando just became even more newsworthy—thanks to a new report revealing who else was backstage during the show.

According to PWInsiderElite.com, several major names were present behind the scenes, including Scott D’Amore, who wrapped up his long tenure as TNA President and started his own promotion, Maple Leaf Wrestling.

Also spotted backstage were JoJo Offerman, making a rare appearance in a wrestling setting since her WWE departure, and Veda Scott, known for her work in commentary and indie wrestling circles.

Hikaru Shida was also backstage and Will Ospreay, who’s been out of action recovering from an injury.

What do you make of Scott D’Amore and JoJo Offerman being backstage at AEW? Could we be seeing new faces on Dynamite soon—or was this all just coincidence? Jump into the comments and let us know what you think.