WWE Hall of Fame 2025

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About WWE Hall of Fame 2025

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The WWE Hall of Fame is a hall of fame of Professional Wrestlers that is maintained by the WWE. Originally, the WWE Hall of Fame ceremonies were held by the WWE King of the Ring. In 1996, it was held before the Survivor Series Event. For reasons unknown, the WWE Hall of Fame went into hiatus until 2004. In 2004, as WrestleMania 20 was about to start, WWE relaunched the WWE Hall of Fame. It was not broadcast on Television. From 2015, the WWE Hall of Ceremonies was shown live on the WWE Network.

The WWE Hall of Fame initially only inducted individuals, groups, and tag teams. This was expanded to the Celebrities and the Legacy wing. After the Ultimate Warrior's Death, WWE announced the Warrior Award for individuals who exhibited strength and perseverance that embodies the spirit of the Ultimate Warrior, with the first being presented at the WWE Hall of Fame 2015 ceremony. The first recipient was a late eight-year-old fan, Connor Michalek.

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Hall of Fame 2025 ceremony - Date, Time, and Venue

The Hall of Fame 2025 ceremony took place on April 18, 2025, at Fontainebleau Las Vegas, Winchester, Nevada, USA. It took place one night before Night One of WrestleMania 41, which is scheduled to be held on April 19 and 20, 2025, in the Allegiant Stadium, Paradise, Nevada, USA.

Hall of Fame "Immortal Moment"

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WWE added the "Immortal Moment" category to the Hall of Fame on the March 28, 2025, episode of SmackDown. This category is meant to spotlight defining, unforgettable instances in wrestling history. The very first to be enshrined under this banner was the iconic showdown between Bret "The Hitman" Hart and "Stone Cold" Steve Austin. At WrestleMania 13, their no-disqualification submission match with Ken Shamrock as special guest referee earned its place as a moment that forever changed the business landscape.

Who was Inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2025?

CategoryInducteeAnnouncement DatesInducted By
IndividualTriple HJanuary 30, 2025TBD
IndividualMichelle McCoolFebruary 14, 2025TBD
IndividualLex LugerMarch 7, 2025TBD
GroupThe Natural DisastersMarch 24, 2025TBD

Triple H

WWE.com confirmed Paul "Triple H" Levesque as the inaugural Hall of Fame inductee in January 2025. After a heartfelt surprise from his wife Stephanie McMahon, Shawn Michaels, and The Undertaker, the news was made shortly after. In 2019, he had already entered the Hall as a member of D-Generation X. The Chief Content Officer of the WWE has had a distinguished career that includes winning multiple world titles, winning the King of the Ring, winning two Royal Rumbles, and having memorable moments on the grandest stage of all—WrestleMania. His legacy both inside and outside the ring has solidified his place among wrestling’s elite.

Michelle McCool

WWE.com announced in February 2025 that Michelle McCool would join wrestling royalty in the WWE HOF alongside her husband, The Undertaker. She held both the WWE Women’s Championship twice and became the first-ever Divas Champion. She demonstrated unparalleled versatility and presence, beginning with her early appearances on the Diva Search before joining forces with Layla to form the pioneering LayCool duo. Her achievements speak for themselves: in 2010, the same year that WWE named her Diva of the Year, she won titles such as Woman of the Year and topped Pro Wrestling Illustrated's Female 50.

Lex Luger

In March 2025, WWE.com confirmed that Lex Luger would be part of the newest Hall of Fame class. Luger's record in the ring spans decades of dominance, earning him the moniker "The Total Package." He won numerous championships, shared the victory in the Royal Rumble, and stood out at WrestleMania. Adding to his legacy, he was once a key member of the legendary Four Horsemen—a group still regarded as one of the most iconic factions in wrestling history.

The Natural Disasters

In 2025, the Natural Disasters will officially be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame. The long-awaited honor is finally given to the formidable tag team of Earthquake (the late John Tenta) and Typhoon (Fred Ottman). Ottman confirmed the news during an appearance on Sportskeeda’s WrestleBinge podcast in March 2025. They tore through WWE's tag team ranks in the early 1990s, competing with teams like Money Inc., the Legion of Doom, and the Bushwhackers. With Jimmy Hart in their corner, Earthquake and Typhoon became one of the most memorable duos in wrestling history.

Who was Inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2024?

At the WWE Hall of Fame ceremony in 2024, a remarkable group of legends who had a unique impact on the business were honored. Paul Heyman led the class, recognized for his revolutionary role behind the scenes and on television. Trailblazers like Bull Nakano and Lia Maivia were celebrated for their groundbreaking contributions to women's wrestling, with Maivia being honored posthumously by her grandson, The Rock. The U.S. Express was among the other notable inductees. Express tag team, Thunderbolt Patterson, and the iconic Muhammad Ali, whose influence extends far beyond the squared circle.

WWE Hall of Fame Inductees List Year by Year

Year InductedCategoryWrestlerInducted By
2024IndividualPaul HeymanRoman Reigns
2024IndividualBull NakanoMadusa
2024IndividualThunderbolt PattersonScott Spears and The New Day
2024IndividualLia MaiviaThe Rock
2024Tag TeamThe U.S. Express (Barry Windham and Mike Rotunda)Bo Dallas and Mike Rotunda
2024IndividualMuhammad Ali (Celebrity Inductee)The Undertaker
2023IndividualRey MysterioKonnan
2023IndividualThe Great MutaRic Flair
2023IndividualStacy KeiblerMick Foley and Torrie Wilson
2023CelebrityAndy KaufmanJimmy Hart and Jerry Lawler
2023WarriorTim WhiteJBL and Ron Simmons
2022IndividualThe UndertakerVince McMahon
2022IndividualVaderMick Foley
2022IndividualQueen SharmellBooker T
2022GroupThe Steiner Brothers (Rick Steiner & Scott Steiner)TBD
2022Warrior AwardShad GaspardDana Warrior
2021IndividualsKane, Molly Holly, Eric Bischoff, The Great Khali, Rob Van DamN/A
2021CelebrityOzzy OsbourneN/A
2021Warrior AwardRich HeringN/A
2021LegacyDick the Bruiser, Pez Whatley, Buzz Sawyer, Ethel Johnson and Paul BoeschN/A
2020IndividualBatistaN/A
2020GroupNew World Order (Hulk Hogan, Kevin Nash, Scott Hall, and Sean Waltman)N/A
2019GroupDGeneration XN/A
2019GroupHarlem HeatN/A
2019GroupThe Hart FoundationNatalya
2019IndividualThe Honky Tonk Man (Wayne Farris)Jimmy Hart
2019IndividualTorrie WilsonStacy Keibler
2019IndividualBrutus "The Barber" Beefcake (Edward Leslie)Hulk Hogan
2019Warrior AwardSue AitchisonDana Warrior and John Cena
2019LegacyBruiser Brody (Frank Goodish)N/A
2019LegacyWahoo McDaniel (Edward McDaniel)N/A
2019LegacyLuna Vachon (Gertrude Vachon)N/A
2019LegacyS.D. Jones (Conrad Efraim)N/A
2019LegacyProfessor Toru Tanaka (Charles Kalani Jr. )N/A
2019LegacyPrimo CarneraN/A
2019LegacyJoseph CohenN/A
2019LegacyHisashi ShinmaN/A
2019LegacyBuddy Rose (Paul Perschmann)N/A
2019LegacyJim BarnettN/A
2018IndividualGoldbergPaul Heyman
2018IndividualIvoryMolly Holly
2018IndividualJeff JarrettRoad Dogg
2018IndividualHillbilly JimJimmy Hart
2018IndividualMark HenryBig Show
2018GroupThe Dudley BoyzEdge and Christian
2018Warrior AwardJarrius "JJ" RobertsonDana Warrior
2018CelebrityKid RockTriple H
2018LegacyStan StasiakN/A
2018LegacyLord Alfred HayesN/A
2018LegacyDara SinghN/A
2018LegacyCora CombsN/A
2018LegacyEl SantoN/A
2018LegacyJim LondosN/A
2018LegacyRufus R. JonesN/A
2018LegacySputnik MonroeN/A
2018LegacyBoris MalenkoN/A
2018LegacyHiro MatsudaN/A
2017IndividualKurt AngleJohn Cena
2017IndividualTheodore LongThe Acolytes Protection Agency
2017IndividualDiamond Dallas PageEric Bischoff
2017IndividualBeth PhoenixNatalya Neidhart
2017IndividualRick RudeRicky Steamboat
2017GroupThe Rock 'n' Roll Express (Ricky Morton and Robert Gibson)
2017Warrior AwardEric LeGrandDana Warrior
2017LegacyMartin "Farmer" BurnsN/A
2017LegacyJune ByersN/A
2017LegacyHaystacks CalhounN/A
2017LegacyJudy GrableN/A
2017LegacyDr. Jerry GrahamN/A
2017LegacyLuther LindsayN/A
2017LegacyToots MondtN/A
2017LegacyRikidōzanN/A
2017LegacyBearcat WrightN/A
2016IndividualStingRic Flair
2016IndividualThe GodfatherThe Acolytes Protection Agency
2016IndividualBig Boss ManSlick
2016IndividualJacquelineThe Dudley Boyz
2016IndividualStan HansenVader
2016GroupThe Fabulous Freebirds ((Michael Hayes, Terry Gordy, Buddy Roberts, and Jimmy Garvin)The New Day
2016IndividualSnoop DoggJohn Cena
2016Warrior AwardJoan LundenDana Warrior
2016LegacyMildred BurkeN/A
2016LegacyFrank GotchN/A
2016LegacyGeorge HackenschmidtN/A
2016LegacyEd "Strangler" LewisN/A
2016LegacyPat O'ConnorN/A
2016LegacyLou TheszN/A
2016Legacy"Sailor" Art ThomasN/A
2015IndividualRandy SavageHulk Hogan
2015IndividualRikishiThe Usos
2015IndividualAlundra BlayzeNatalya Neidhart
2015IndividualLarry ZbyszkoBruno Sammartino
2015IndividualTatsumi FujinamiRic Flair
2015IndividualKevin NashShawn Michaels
2015GroupThe Bushwhackers (Luke Williams and Butch Miller)John Laurinaitis
2015Warrior AwardConnor "The Crusher" MichalekDana Warrior and Daniel Bryan
2014IndividualThe Ultimate WarriorLinda McMahon
2014IndividualJake RobertsDiamond Dallas Page
2014IndividualLitaTrish Stratus
2014IndividualPaul BearerKane
2014IndividualCarlos Colón Sr.Carlito, Eddie, and Orlando Colón
2014IndividualRazor RamonKevin Nash
2014CelebrityMr. TGene Okerlund
2013IndividualMick FoleyTerry Funk
2013IndividualBob BacklundMaria Menounos
2013IndividualTrish StratusStephanie McMahon
2013IndividualBruno SammartinoArnold Schwarzenegger
2013IndividualBooker TStevie Ray
2013CelebrityDonald TrumpVince McMahon
2012IndividualEdgeChristian
2012IndividualMil MáscarasAlberto Del Rio
2012IndividualRon SimmonsJohn "Bradshaw" Layfield
2012IndividualYokozunaJimmy Uso and Jey Uso
2012GroupThe Four Horsemen ("Nature Boy" Ric Flair, Barry Windham, "The Enforcer" Arn Anderson, Tully Blanchard, and James J. Dillon)Dusty Rhodes
2012CelebrityMike TysonDGeneration X (Shawn Michaels and Triple H)
2011IndividualShawn MichaelsTriple H
2011Individual"Hacksaw" Jim DugganTed DiBiase
2011Individual"Bullet" Bob ArmstrongScott, Brad, and Brian Armstrong
2011IndividualSunnyWWE Divas
2011IndividualAbdullah the ButcherTerry Funk
2011GroupThe Road Warriors ((Road Warrior Hawk, Road Warrior Animal, and "Precious" Paul Ellering)Dusty Rhodes
2011CelebrityDrew CareyKane
2010IndividualTed DiBiaseTed DiBiase Jr. and Brett DiBiase
2010IndividualAntonio InokiStan Hansen
2010IndividualWendi RichterRoddy Piper
2010IndividualMaurice "Mad Dog" VachonPat Patterson
2010IndividualGorgeous GeorgeDick Beyer
2010IndividualStu HartBret Hart
2010CelebrityBob UeckerDick Ebersol
2009IndividualStone Cold Steve AustinVince McMahon
2009IndividualRicky "The Dragon" SteamboatRic Flair
2009Individual"Cowboy" Bill WattsJim Ross
2009IndividualHoward FinkelGene Okerlund
2009IndividualKoko B. WareThe Honky Tonk Man
2009GroupThe Funks (Terry Funk and Dory Funk Jr)Dusty Rhodes
2009GroupThe Von Erichs (Fritz Von Erich, Kevin Von Erich, David Von Erich, Kerry Von Erich, Mike Von Erich and Chris Von Erich)Michael Hayes
2008Individual"Nature Boy" Ric FlairTriple H
2008Individual"High Chief" Peter MaiviaThe Rock
2008Individual"Soulman" Rocky JohnsonThe Rock
2008IndividualMae YoungPat Patterson
2008IndividualEddie GrahamDusty Rhodes
2008IndividualGordon SolieJim Ross
2008GroupThe Brisco Brothers (Jack Brisco and Gerald Brisco)John "Bradshaw" Layfield
2008GroupThe Wild SamoansSamu and Matt Anoaʻi
2007Individual"The American Dream" Dusty RhodesCody Runnels and Dustin Rhodes
2007Individual"Mr. Perfect" Curt HennigWade Boggs
2007IndividualJerry "The King" LawlerWilliam Shatner
2007IndividualNick BockwinkelBobby Heenan
2007IndividualMr. FujiDon Muraco
2007IndividualThe SheikRob Van Dam and Sabu
2007IndividualJim RossStone Cold Steve Austin
2007GroupThe Wild Samoans (Afa and Sika)Samu and Matt Anoaʻi
2006IndividualBret HartStone Cold Steve Austin
2006IndividualEddie GuerreroChris Benoit, Rey Mysterio, and Chavo Guerrero
2006Individual"Mean" Gene OkerlundHulk Hogan
2006IndividualSensational SherriTed DiBiase
2006IndividualVerne GagneGreg Gagne
2006Individual"Mr. USA" Tony AtlasS.D. Jones
2006GroupThe BlackjacksBobby Heenan
2006CelebrityWilliam "The Refrigerator" PerryJohn Cena
2005IndividualHulk HoganSylvester Stallone
2005Individual"Rowdy" Roddy PiperRic Flair
2005Individual"Cowboy" Bob Orton Jr.Randy Orton
2005IndividualJimmy HartJerry Lawler
2005Individual"Mr. Wonderful" Paul OrndorffBobby Heenan
2005IndividualNikolai VolkoffJim Ross
2005IndividualIron SheikSgt. Slaughter
2004IndividualBig John StuddBig Show
2004IndividualDon MuracoMick Foley
2004IndividualGreg "The Hammer" ValentineJimmy Hart
2004IndividualHarley RaceRic Flair
2004IndividualJesse "The Body" VenturaTyrel Ventura
2004IndividualJunkyard DogErnie Ladd
2004IndividualSgt. SlaughterPat Patterson
2004IndividualSuperstar Billy GrahamTriple H
2004IndividualTito SantanaShawn Michaels
2004IndividualBobby "The Brain" HeenanBlackjack Lanza
2004CelebrityPete RoseKane
1996Individual"Baron" Mikel SciclunaGorilla Monsoon
1996Individual"Captain" Lou AlbanoJoe Franklin
1996IndividualJimmy "Superfly" SnukaDon Muraco
1996IndividualJohnny Rodz (Johnny Rodriguez)Arnold Skaaland
1996IndividualKiller Kowalski (Walter Kowalski)Triple H
1996IndividualPat PattersonBret Hart
1996IndividualVincent J. McMahonShane McMahon
1995IndividualAntonino RoccaDiesel
1995Individual"Big Cat" Ernie LaddBobo Brazil
1995IndividualGeorge "The Animal" SteeleDoink the Clown
1995IndividualIvan PutskiScott Putski
1995IndividualThe Fabulous MoolahAlundra Blayze
1995IndividualThe Grand WizardSgt. Slaughter
1995IndividualPedro MoralesSavio Vega
1994IndividualArnold SkaalandBob Backlund
1994IndividualBobo Brazil (Houston Harris)Erniee Ladd
1994Individual"Nature Boy" Buddy RogersBret Hart
1994IndividualChief Jay StrongbowTatanka
1994Individual"Classy" Freddie BlassieShane McMahon
1994IndividualGorilla MonsoonJim Ross
1994IndividualJames DudleyVince McMahon
1993IndividualAndre The Giant-

WWE Hall of Fame Date, Location, and Venue

CeremonyDateLocationVenueHostAssociated Event
2024April 5, 2024Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaWells Fargo CenterJackie RedmondWrestleMania 40
2023March 31, 2023Los Angeles, CaliforniaCrypto.com ArenaN/AWrestleMania 39
2022April 1, 2022Dallas, TexasAmerican Airlines CenterN/AWrestleMania 38
2021March 30 and April 1, 2021St Petersburg, FloridaWWE ThunderDome at Tropicana FieldJerry Lawler, Corey Graves, and Kayla BraxtonWrestleMania 37
20194/6/2019Brooklyn, New YorkBarclays CenterCorey Graves and Renee YoungWrestleMania 35
20184/6/2018New Orleans, LouisianaSmoothie King CenterJerry LawlerWrestleMania 34
20173/31/2017Orlando, FloridaAmway CenterJerry LawlerWrestleMania 33
20164/2/2016Dallas, TexasAmerican Airlines CenterJerry LawlerWrestleMania 32
20153/28/2015San Jose, CaliforniaSAP CenterJerry LawlerWrestleMania 31
20144/5/2014New Orleans, LouisianaSmoothie King CenterJerry LawlerWrestleMania XXX
20134/6/2013New York City, New YorkMadison Square GardenJerry LawlerWrestleMania 29
20123/31/2012Miami, FloridaAmerican Airlines ArenaJerry LawlerWrestleMania XXVIII
20114/2/2011Atlanta, GeorgiaPhillips ArenaJerry LawlerWrestleMania XXVII
20103/27/2010Phoenix, ArizonaDodge TheaterJerry LawlerWrestleMania XXVI
20094/4/2009Houston, TexasToyota CenterJerry Lawler and Todd GrishamWrestleMania XXV
20083/29/2008Orlando, FloridaAmway ArenaGene Okerlund and Todd GrishamWrestleMania XXIV
20073/31/2007Detroit, MichiganFox TheatreTodd GrishamWrestleMania 23
20064/1/2006Rosemont, IllinoisRosemont TheatreJerry LawlerWrestleMania 22
20054/2/2005Los Angeles, CaliforniaUniversal AmphitheatreGene OkerlundWrestleMania 21
20043/13/2004New York City, New YorkThe HiltonGene OkerlundWrestleMania XX
199611/16/1996New York City, New YorkMarriott MarquisN/ASurvivor Series (1996)
19956/24/1995Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaMarriott HotelN/AKing of the Ring (1995)
19946/9/1994Baltimore, MarylandOmni Inner Harbor International HotelN/AKing of the Ring (1994)

FAQs WWE Hall of Fame 2025

A. Triple H, Michelle McCool, and Lex Luger will be inducted as individuals, and The Natural Disasters will be inducted as a team, via WWE.com. 

A. Ric Flair, Shawn Michaels, Booker T, Bret Hart, Hulk Hogan, Scott Hall, Kevin Nash, Sean Waltman, and Barry Windham are the individuals who were inducted into the HOF twice, as per Bloodyslam.com.

A. Chris Benoit hasn't been inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame as of April 2025. 

A. Eddie Guerrero was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2006. 

A. Bret Hart was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2006 and 2019. 

Last Modified Apr 6, 2025 12:50 GMT
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