WWE has officially announced its acquisition of AAA, the top Mexican lucha libre promotion, in partnership with the Mexico-based sports and entertainment firm Fillip.
The news dropped during the WrestleMania 41 Countdown show in Las Vegas.
BREAKING NEWS: WWE has officially acquired AAA!#WrestleMania pic.twitter.com/zPQRXaGZwu
— WWE (@WWE) April 19, 2025
WWE Expands into Lucha Libre
Founded in 1992 by Antonio Peña, AAA has built a massive following with legends like Eddie Guerrero, Rey Mysterio, and Penta passing through its doors. Now, WWE and Fillip are bringing AAA under the TKO Group umbrella. The Peña family will remain involved.
Paul “Triple H” Levesque, WWE’s Chief Content Officer, emphasized the deal’s cultural and fan significance, calling it an “honor to work with the Peña family.” He noted the partnership aims to combine WWE’s global reach with AAA’s deep-rooted tradition.
“AAA has a rich cultural heritage with some of the most passionate fans in the world and it’s an honor to work with the Peña family to embark on this journey,” said Levesque in a statement. “By bringing together WWE’s global capabilities and AAA’s amazing tradition, we look forward to an exciting future filled with new opportunities.”
It's an exciting time as @TripleH is eager to see what will happen when AAA and WWE join forces to present Worlds Collide, airing live Saturday June 7 at 3 ET/12 PT from the KIA Forum in Los Angeles, CA. pic.twitter.com/ALCbpKUVZ7
— WWE (@WWE) April 20, 2025
Fillip Co-CEO Hugo López-Velarde called the move a way to “secure the future of AAA for fans” and expand its business.
“We look forward to partnering with WWE and TKO on this venture to secure the future of AAA for fans and to help take this business to the next level,” said Fillip Co-Founder and Co-CEO Hugo López-Velarde.
“AAA has been a family-operated promotion for over three decades and our trust could not be better placed than with one of the biggest sports entertainment businesses in the world,” added AAA General Manager Dorian Roldán Peña.
‘Worlds Collide’ Set for June 7
As part of the deal, WWE and AAA will launch a new crossover event, Worlds Collide, happening Saturday, June 7 at the Kia Forum in Los Angeles. The event will feature talent from both promotions.
AAA and WWE join forces to present Worlds Collide, airing live Saturday, June 7, at 3 ET/12 PT from the KIA Forum in Los Angeles. pic.twitter.com/mLUJcQlgjj
— WWE (@WWE) April 19, 2025
Deal Timeline
The acquisition is expected to close in Q3 2025, pending standard approvals. WWE and Fillip will oversee the transition, with the Peña family continuing to help guide the AAA brand.
