AEW Star Darby Allin Has Shark Encounter During Discovery Shark Week Filming

AEW star Darby Allin, known for his daring stunts, recently completed a climb of Mount Everest in May 2025 and has now ventured into a new challenge by appearing on Discovery Channel’s Shark Week special, "Caught! Sharks Strike Back," airing July 24. A sneak peek of Allin's shark encounter will be broadcast on the July 23 episode of AEW Dynamite, though it is unclear if he will return to AEW programming by then. The special, filmed in the Bahamas shortly after his Everest climb, showcases dramatic shark encounters, continuing the promotional partnership between AEW and Warner Bros. Discovery. Shark Week 2025 runs from July 20 to 26, featuring new content nightly. All In 2025, AEW's major annual event, is scheduled for July 12 in Arlington, Texas. Allin’s crossover highlights his reputation as AEW’s top risk-taker and his ability to blend extreme sports with mainstream media events.