Former faction The Way shared a brief reunion backstage at WWE WrestleMania 40 (Night One) following the six-pack tag-team ladder match.
A photo surfaced on social media showing new WWE SmackDown Tag Team Champion Austin Theory alongside fellow The Way alum Candice LeRae, Johnny Gargano & Indi Hartwell.
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— DEE (@TheDEEsciple) April 7, 2024
The faction launched in WWE NXT in December 2020 but would quietly disband in 2021 after LeRae went on maternity leave and Theory was drafted to RAW.
The group’s final segment came on the December 7 episode of WWE NXT 2.0 and would feature Gargano, Hartwell, and Hartwell’s on-screen husband Dexter Lumis.
The Way Reunites Backstage at WWE WrestleMania 40
Former faction The Way had a heartwarming reunion backstage at WWE WrestleMania 40 (Night One) after the thrilling six-pack tag-team ladder match. The reunion was captured in a photo that quickly circulated on social media, showcasing the members of The Way together once again.
The photo featured new WWE SmackDown Tag Team Champion Austin Theory alongside fellow The Way alum Candice LeRae, Johnny Gargano, and Indi Hartwell. Fans of the faction were ecstatic to see their favorite group back together, even if it was just for a brief moment.
The Way was initially formed in WWE NXT in December 2020 and quickly gained popularity among wrestling enthusiasts. The faction consisted of Austin Theory, Candice LeRae, Johnny Gargano, and Indi Hartwell. They brought a unique dynamic to the wrestling scene with their charismatic personalities and impressive in-ring skills.
However, the group’s run came to an unexpected halt in 2021. Candice LeRae went on maternity leave, and Austin Theory was drafted to RAW, leading to the quiet disbandment of The Way. Fans were disappointed to see the faction split up, as they had become a beloved part of the WWE NXT roster.
The final segment featuring The Way aired on the December 7 episode of WWE NXT 2.0. The segment included Johnny Gargano, Indi Hartwell, and Hartwell’s on-screen husband Dexter Lumis. It served as a bittersweet farewell for the faction, leaving fans wondering if they would ever see The Way together again.
The unexpected reunion at WrestleMania 40 brought a wave of nostalgia to fans who had been longing for the return of The Way. The photo shared on social media showed the genuine camaraderie between the former faction members, reminding fans of the chemistry they had witnessed during their time together.
While the reunion was a delightful surprise, it remains uncertain if The Way will officially reunite as a faction in the future. With the ever-changing landscape of professional wrestling, anything is possible. Fans can only hope that this backstage reunion is a sign of things to come and that The Way will once again grace the WWE ring as a united force.
In the meantime, supporters of The Way can cherish the memories they created during their initial run and continue to show their unwavering support for each individual member as they pursue their respective careers within WWE. Whether it’s Austin Theory’s championship reign, Candice LeRae’s return from maternity leave, or Johnny Gargano and Indi Hartwell’s continued success, there is no doubt that The Way’s legacy will live on in the hearts of wrestling fans worldwide.