7. Paul Wight (FKA Big Show)
Paul Wight was under contract with WWE by his ring name The Big Show. And after he was released by WWE under Vince McMahon, he joined AEW.
Ruby Riott was one of the most popular women in the locker room. She had a trio with Sarah Logan and Liv Morgan during her time in the business. But with the release of several Wrestlers, Riott was also released by WWE.
6. Ruby Soho (FKA Ruby Riott)
5. Malakai Black (FKA Aleister Black)
Aleister Black always followed a dark and horrific theme. His gimmick was always intriguing but Vince McMahon never found his as an A-lister and that's the reason why he joined AEW.
4. Jeff Hardy
The lead of Hardy Boyz and also known as the Daredevil, Jeff Hardy gave WWE a lot of WOW moments in the business. But when he came back after an injury, various things changed for the Daredevil.
3. Bryan Danielson (FKA Daniel Bryan)
Daniel Bryan always had a love-and-hate relationship with WWE, from losing the title in 13 seconds to defeating Triple H in WrestleMania. But because of his relationship with Vince McMahon, the superstar joined AEW.
2. Jon Moxley (FKA Dean Ambrose)
Dean Ambrose gained popularity as a part of The Shield in WWE. He was one of the most adored superstars at that time. He was the main man of the SmackDown brand during his spell in WWE.
1. CM Punk
Punk held the WWE title for more than a year and he also indulged in feuds with John Cena and The Undertaker. He left WWE to pursue a career in UFC but he failed. And later he signed for AEW.