Nigel McGuinness (real name Steven Haworth) applied to trademark his in-ring name for use in entertainment services on May 4.
You can check out the official trademark description below:
“Mark For: NIGEL MCGUINNESS trademark registration is intended to cover the categories of entertainment in the nature of wrestling contests; Entertainment services, namely, wrestling exhibits and performances by a professional wrestler and entertainer; Entertainment services, namely, live appearances by a professional wrestler and sports entertainer; Entertainment services, namely, personal appearances by a professional wrestler and sports entertainer; Entertainment services, namely, televised appearances by a professional wrestler and sports entertainer; Providing wrestling news and information via a global computer network; Providing online interviews featuring a professional wrestler and sports entertainer in the field of professional wrestling and sports entertainment for entertainment purposes.”
McGuinness, who is currently under contract with AEW and works as a commentator for Ring of Honor, has not competed in a wrestling match since 2011. However, he has expressed interest in the prospect of returning to the ring for AEW’s All In 2023 pay-per-view event in his home country.