Joe Jonas and DNCE took center stage at Allegiant Stadium on April 19, 2026, to deliver a stirring rendition of “The Star-Spangled Banner,” officially kicking off Night 2 of WrestleMania 42. The live performance served as the grand opening for the second half of WWE’s premier two-day showcase in Las Vegas, setting an electric tone for the evening ahead.
Jonas was joined by bandmates Jack Lawless, JinJoo Lee, and Cole Whittle, marking a rare and highly anticipated major live appearance for the group in recent years. In keeping with WWE tradition, the anthem was utilized as a cornerstone of the event’s presentation, building immediate momentum for a card stacked with championship matches and high-profile appearances.
The performance also highlighted Jonas’s personal connection to the industry. A self-described, long-standing fan of professional wrestling, the singer’s involvement effectively bridged the gap between global music entertainment and the spectacle of the squared circle.
An official WWE statement said ahead of the event, “Multi-platinum and Grammy-nominated recording artist Joe Jonas will be performing the National Anthem to kick off WrestleMania 42 Sunday.”
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Established in 2015, DNCE skyrocketed to global fame with their multi-platinum breakout hit, “Cake by the Ocean.” Their appearance on the WrestleMania 42 stage served as a high-octane comeback, placing the group back in the spotlight before a capacity stadium crowd and a worldwide broadcast audience of millions.
Roman Reigns Dethrones CM Punk In Grueling WrestleMania 42 Main Event
The main event of WrestleMania 42 Night 2 saw Roman Reigns defeat CM Punk to win the World Heavyweight Championship. The match headlined the event and concluded the two-night spectacle.
Reigns and Punk opened the match with lockups and strikes before taking the action outside the ring. Punk responded with a flying clothesline and taunts, while Reigns controlled stretches of the match with power offense, including a powerbomb through the announcer’s table.
Both competitors exchanged signature moves, including Punk’s GTS and Reigns’ spear, with multiple near falls. The match featured extended sequences of reversals and counters. Punk applied submission holds and delivered repeated attacks, while Reigns countered with strikes and multiple Superman punches.
Late in the match, both wrestlers showed signs of exhaustion after trading blows and high-impact moves. The finish came after Reigns recovered and delivered consecutive spears to Punk. He secured the pinfall to win the World Heavyweight Championship. The result closed WrestleMania 42 after a match that took place without outside interference or distractions.
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Night 2 also included other notable moments across the card, including matches involving Brock Lesnar, Oba Femi, Trick Williams, Finn Bálor, Rhea Ripley, and Jade Cargill, as WWE concluded its two-night event in Las Vegas.
