AEW’s Nigel McGuinness and his significant other revealed some big personal news on Monday.
In an Instagram post, McGuinness and his partner Kaori Takee announced that they are expecting a child together. The two have been dating for several years.
“Something magical has happened,” their announcement said. “Our crumpet is toasting…”
Takee is a fitness coach, cosplayer, and longtime wrestling fan who describes herself as a “frequent flyer” and “foodie.” She has podcasted about wrestling in the past as well as doing on-camera work for AfterBuzz TV. Along with that, she’s helped out McGuinness in his side career as a magician while appearing as his assistant at magic shows.
Last month, McGuinness unsuccessfully challenged Zack Sabre Jr. for the IWGP World Heavyweight Championship at AEW x NJPW Forbidden Door. The 49-year-old former ROH World Champion is a commentator for AEW and now occasionally wrestles for the promotion as well. He had been retired from in-ring competition for nearly 15 years before returning in 2024.
McGuinness also has a child from a previous relationship.
