Keith Lee made his first backstage appearance at AEW Dynamite in Athens, GA, on February 5, 2025, according to PWInsider. Lee had been absent from AEW programming since his last match at the December 23, 2023 Collision taping.
In October 2024, Lee addressed his extended absence through social media, thanking fans for their continued support. While Lee did not specify the reason for his time away, Fightful Select previously reported that medical issues had prevented him from receiving clearance to compete.
The former WWE star’s current in-ring status remains unknown, though his presence at Dynamite marks his first appearance at any AEW event during his absence from television.