WWE Hall of Fame 2024: Appearances, Top Highlights, Key Takeaways, All speeches, Suprising Moments, Recent News And Everything To Know
The 25th Hall of Fame Class took place on April 5, 2024, at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the night preceding WrestleMania XL.
The 2024 WWE Hall of Fame was a prestigious professional wrestling event produced by WWE. It featured the induction of the 25th class into the WWE Hall of Fame. The crowd erupted with cheers as Paul Heyman stepped onto the stage. The legendary manager and also advocate received a raucous ovation from the Philly audience. His heartfelt speech touched on his journey in the wrestling industry and the impact he’s had on countless careers.
Here are the notable inductees:
- Paul Heyman: A former manager and commentator for the American Wrestling Association and World Championship Wrestling. He was also the owner and operator of the former Extreme Championship Wrestling promotion. which was founded in Philadelphia (the host city of WrestleMania XL). Heyman managed several iconic wrestlers. Also including Brock Lesnar, Big Show, CM Punk, and Kurt Angle.
- Bull Nakano (Keiko Aoki): A one-time WWF Women’s Champion and a 1994 Slammy Award winner for “Most Devastating.” A trailblazer in women’s wrestling. Her legacy also continues to inspire generations of female wrestlers.
- The U.S. Express (Barry Windham and Mike Rotunda): Former tag team partners who made their mark in professional wrestling. Their induction also celebrates their contributions to the sport. This tag team, consisting of Barry Windham and Mike Rotunda. Also left an impression during their time in WWE. Their teamwork and memorable matches contributed to their Hall of Fame status.
- Lia Maivia: As the mother of Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson. Lia Maivia played a significant role behind the scenes. Her contributions to wrestling administration and also management are commendable.
- Muhammad Ali: The legendary boxer was inducted into the Celebrity Wing of the WWE Hall of Fame. While primarily known for his boxing prowess, Muhammad Ali’s involvement in wrestling and memorable moments make him a deserving Hall of Fame inductee.
- Thunderbolt PattersonA charismatic and influential figure. Thunderbolt Patterson’s presence also resonated with fans during his wrestling career. His induction recognizes his lasting impact.
Most Surprising Moment
The most surprising moment of the WWE Hall of Fame 2024 was when The Rock made an unannounced appearance! The arena erupted in cheers as the electrifying one himself stepped onto the stage.