10 WWE and AEW Breakout Stars from the 1st Half of 2024 | News, Scores, Highlights, Stats, and Rumors

In a year when wrestling has been hotter than ever, there are names who stand out but have not quite broken into our top 10.

Cody Rhodes

The American Nightmare was already a top star in 2023, so he does not make the main list. In 2024, though, he became the guy in WWE, fighting The Rock and dethroning Roman Reigns. That is a certain jump from an inconsistent 2023.

Chad Gable

If Gable had won his first singles gold at Clash at the Castle last weekend, it would be hard not to place him on the main list, but WWE has not quite let him break out. However, he is still doing some of the best work of his career right now while elevating Otis and Maxxine Dupri.

Jade Cargill

The Storm has the look and presentation to become one of the biggest names in the business. However, despite a short WWE Women's Tag Team Championship reign with Bianca Belair, she still hasn't quite taken that next step past her time in AEW.

Lyra Valkyria

Becky Lynch went to NXT to create stars, and she made two. Tiffany Stratton has become one of WWE's most popular stars since moving over. The Valkyrie is still establishing herself on the main roster but is quickly becoming a top name in her own right.

Daniel Garcia

The journey of Garcia in AEW is a series of near-commitment. Few stars get bigger reactions. His dance is massively over as is his impressive technical talent. He is just waiting for the company to crown him. It seems destined to happen later this year.

Jack Perry

Even before the CM Punk controversy, Perry was finding his voice as a heel. He has carried the controversy forward and improved greatly as a character worker in 2024. It seems likely his breakout is around the corner.