Former Try Guys Star Ned Fulmer Returns to the Spotlight with a Surprising New Career in Wrestling After Cheating Scandal
Ned Fulmer, the former Try Guys YouTuber once known for his “wife guy” persona, is officially back in the headlines — but not for a reason anyone expected. On Wednesday, October 8, Fulmer made his in-ring debut at an All Elite Wrestling (AEW) event in Jacksonville, Florida, marking a surprising shift into professional wrestling after nearly two years out of the public eye.
Fans in attendance quickly took to social media to share photos of the former content creator dressed in wrestling gear and standing beside AEW stars Angelico and Serpentico. According to attendees, Fulmer performed under the name “Nasty Ned,” participating in an untelevised match that left fans stunned — both by his physical transformation and by the sheer unexpectedness of it all.
It’s the first major public appearance Fulmer has made since his dramatic exit from The Try Guys in 2022, following a highly publicized cheating scandal that shook the YouTube community. At the time, Fulmer was removed from the group after admitting to having an “inappropriate workplace relationship” with a co-worker, despite having built a brand centered around being a loyal husband and family man. The fallout was swift, with the remaining Try Guys — Keith Habersberger, Zach Kornfeld, and Eugene Lee Yang — releasing an emotional video confirming Fulmer’s departure and emphasizing their commitment to rebuilding trust with fans.
Since then, Fulmer has largely disappeared from the internet, maintaining a low profile while focusing on his personal life and family. But his quiet comeback through professional wrestling has reignited curiosity among fans and critics alike. Social media reactions have ranged from disbelief to amusement, with many expressing surprise that he chose such a bold and unconventional way to return to public life.
While Fulmer hasn’t spoken publicly about his AEW appearance, sources close to the event confirmed that the match was lighthearted and comedic in tone — aligning more with AEW’s occasional use of celebrity cameos and parody performances than a serious attempt to launch a wrestling career. Still, the move has sparked discussions about Fulmer’s attempts to reinvent himself and regain control of his public image.
Those who followed his YouTube career remember Fulmer as the over-the-top “family man” who often referenced his wife, Ariel, in videos and interviews. The irony of his downfall — and the way his carefully crafted image unraveled overnight — became one of the internet’s most talked-about scandals of 2022. Now, with this unexpected pivot, it seems he’s embracing a different kind of persona altogether — one that doesn’t shy away from humor, humility, or spectacle.
AEW fans, meanwhile, seem open to the cameo, with several noting that Fulmer’s appearance was met with a mix of laughter and applause. “It was honestly funny,” one fan wrote online. “He leaned into it — he wasn’t pretending to be someone he’s not.”
Whether this marks a full-time shift into entertainment or simply a one-off appearance, Fulmer’s re-entry into the spotlight is undeniably eye-catching. In an industry built on reinvention and character work, “Nasty Ned” might just be the start of an entirely new chapter — one that trades viral videos for body slams, and scripted sketches for live performance.
For someone whose career once ended in controversy, Fulmer’s decision to step back into the public arena through wrestling — an art form that thrives on drama, redemption arcs, and larger-than-life characters — might be the most fitting comeback imaginable.
