Complete Guide: Every Celebrity In The WWE Hall of Fame (2024 Update)

One Big Thing

The WWE Hall of Fame’s celebrity wing features 14 notable figures who have made significant contributions to sports entertainment, ranging from Hollywood stars to professional athletes.

By The Numbers

• 14 celebrity inductees since 1995
• First celebrity inductee: Pete Rose (2004)
• Most recent inductee: William Shatner (2021)
• 3 professional athletes
• 4 Hollywood actors

Complete List of Celebrity Inductees

• Pete Rose (2004) – Baseball legend
• William “Refrigerator” Perry (2006) – NFL star
• Bob Uecker (2010) – Baseball announcer
• Drew Carey (2011) – Comedian and TV host
• Mike Tyson (2012) – Boxing champion
• Donald Trump (2013) – Business mogul/politician
• Mr. T (2014) – Actor
• Arnold Schwarzenegger (2015) – Actor/politician
• Snoop Dogg (2016) – Rapper
• Kid Rock (2018) – Musician
• William Shatner (2021) – Actor

Why It Matters

Celebrity involvement has helped WWE reach mainstream audiences and create memorable moments that transcend professional wrestling. These inductees represent WWE’s cultural impact and its ability to blend entertainment worlds.

Notable Contributions

• Mike Tyson’s involvement in the Austin vs. McMahon storyline
• Mr. T’s participation in the first WrestleMania main event
• Donald Trump’s “Battle of the Billionaires” at WrestleMania 23
• William Shatner’s memorable Raw appearances

What’s Next

WWE has not announced a celebrity inductee for the 2025 class yet, though speculation continues about potential candidates from sports and entertainment.

What celebrity do you think deserves the next spot in the WWE Hall of Fame’s celebrity wing? Share your thoughts in the comments below.