With AEW Revolution 2026 in Los Angeles fast approaching, there could be some major character shifts ahead at the event.
From potential changes that are subtle to others that would be a radical change from their current character, there might be some intriguing flips at the event.
Here are six heel turns that could be set for AEW Revolution 2026.
6. Bandido
A potential future heel turn that could end up cementing two stars as future heels could be that of Bandido.
While it could make sense for both Bandido and Brody King to turn heel together, it is possible that the duo wouldn’t be united.
If Bandido’s recent loss to MJF ends up breaking him down, he might take on a new ‘by any means necessary’ perspective.
With a fast moving and heavy hitting style that could easily lend itself to more dastardly intentions, perhaps there could be a big character shift in the future.
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5. Hologram
With the latest post-surgery reports on Hologram referencing his AEW return as sometime in early 2026, there could be a return from the masked star in the next few weeks.
Able to create a big moment with his heel turn, he could make a return appearance and heel turn all at once.
Flipping the El Clon character to be the happy-go-lucky babyface and Hologram as the dastardly villain could be an intriguing way to get attention on the feud.
Bringing about a heated rivalry, the pair could end up telling a very interesting story.
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4. Jay White
The potential return of Switchblade Jay White has continued to create more questions than answers in regards to when AEW fans may see him next.
Whenever White does return to action however, it may be that he could become the perfect heel to run against the current group of babyfaces at the top of the card.
While landing nuanced character work as a heel can be incredibly challenging, Jay White is seemingly up to that challenge.
Possibly bringing a whole new character to light when he returns to AEW action, Switchblade could give way to an even deadlier version.
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3. Willow Nightingale
While she has had a remarkable run as a babyface, there could be a dark turn coming for Willow Nightingale.
Able to tap into her own in-ring skills as well as her penchant for violence, Nightingale could certainly make a compelling argument for fiercely rejecting being held back in 2026.
Potentially turning against Kris Statlander as a path to challenge for the AEW Women’s World Championship, their recent return to friendship could be short-lived.
While it could be interesting to see Willow try her hand at heelishenss, in the end it might make more sense for her to ultimately remain a babyface.
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2. Harley Cameron
An extension of a potential Willow Nightingale heel turn could be that of her AEW Women’s World Tag Team Champion partner Harley Cameron.
While the duo are currently united as a tag team, it could be fascinating to see Willow turn heel and Harley compelled to do so as well.
Able to create a brand new version of the unwilling but influenceable heel, Harley could inevitably find a change of heart and potentially even turn on Nightingale if necessary.
Harley Cameron seems poised to have a major year in 2026, whether it’s as a babyface or a heel.
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1. Swerve Strickland
One major star that could find himself making a character change soon is Swerve Strickland.
Potentially challenging MJF for the AEW World Championship, Strickland could end up bringing out an entirely new side of the current AEW Champion.
Able to engage in some kind of brutal and bloody battle, Strickland may get pulled back into his old ways in his effort to topple MJF.
While able to walk the line between being a babyface and heel quite well, Strickland could end up having to resort to any means necessary in order to win back the AEW World Championship.
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