25 Best Celebrity WWE Appearances Ft. Ozzy Osbourne
1. Mr. T (WrestleMania I & II)
The "A-Team" star was instrumental in launching WrestleMania. He teamed with Hulk Hogan in the main event of the inaugural show, then had a boxing match against Roddy Piper at WrestleMania 2. His mainstream appeal helped elevate WWE into pop culture, solidifying the "Rock 'n' Wrestling Connection" era.
2. Mike Tyson (WrestleMania XIV)
"Iron Mike" served as the "special guest enforcer" for the main event between Shawn Michaels and Stone Cold Steve Austin. His involvement brought unprecedented mainstream attention, providing a crucial real-world edge to the emerging Attitude Era and drawing massive pay-per-view numbers for WWE.
3. Muhammad Ali (WrestleMania I)
"The Greatest" boxer of all time added unparalleled legitimacy to the very first WrestleMania. As a special guest referee in the main event, Ali's presence commanded global attention, lending incredible gravitas and athletic credibility to WWE's flagship event and sports entertainment as a whole.
4. Bad Bunny (WrestleMania 37 & 39; Royal Rumble 2022; Backlash 2023)
The global music superstar shocked fans with his dedication and impressive in-ring skills. His tag match at WrestleMania 37 and a highly acclaimed singles match in his native Puerto Rico at Backlash 2023 earned him immense respect from fans and peers, showcasing genuine athleticism.
5. Floyd Mayweather Jr. (WrestleMania XXIV)
"Money" Mayweather brought his undefeated boxing record and cocky persona to a high-profile, physical storyline against The Big Show. Their "David vs. Goliath" no-disqualification match at WrestleMania XXIV was a huge draw, showcasing Mayweather's ability to seamlessly blend into WWE's world.
6. Lawrence Taylor (WrestleMania XI)
The NFL Hall of Famer headlined WrestleMania in a singles match against Bam Bam Bigelow. Taylor's commitment to training and his solid in-ring performance defied expectations, proving a major mainstream draw and demonstrating that legitimate athletes could successfully cross over into wrestling.
7. Donald Trump (WrestleMania 23, Monday Night Raw)
Years before his presidency, Trump engaged in the "Battle of the Billionaires" against Vince McMahon, culminating in a hair vs. hair match at WrestleMania 23. His flamboyant involvement and public feud generated massive publicity, proving a huge, attention-grabbing spectacle for WWE.
8. Drew Carey (Royal Rumble 2001)
The comedian and game show host provided a hilarious and memorable moment by surprisingly entering the Royal Rumble match. Faced with the intimidating Kane, Carey comically eliminated himself, showcasing WWE's ability to integrate celebrity cameos into its chaotic and unpredictable environment.
9. Cyndi Lauper (Mid-1980s "Rock 'n' Wrestling Connection")
The pop icon's strong association with Hulk Hogan and Captain Lou Albano launched the pivotal "Rock 'n' Wrestling Connection." Her appearances on MTV and WWE shows brought professional wrestling into the mainstream, ushering in an era of unprecedented pop culture crossover success.
10. Arnold Schwarzenegger (SmackDown 1999, WWE Hall of Fame 2015)
A longtime friend of the McMahon family and a huge wrestling fan, Schwarzenegger made several memorable appearances, including an altercation with Triple H on SmackDown. Later, he was fittingly inducted into the Celebrity Wing of the WWE Hall of Fame for his contributions and connection.
11. Stephen Amell (SummerSlam 2015)
The star of TV's "Arrow" proved his genuine fandom and athleticism by competing in a tag team match at SummerSlam. Amell performed impressive high-flying maneuvers, earning widespread respect for his dedication and commitment to delivering an authentic pro wrestling performance.
12. Hugh Jackman (Monday Night Raw 2011 & 2014)
The "Wolverine" actor displayed surprising charisma and physical presence in multiple WWE appearances. He showed great comedic timing, often getting physically involved in segments, and notably knocked out a Superstar, showcasing his enjoyment and ability to integrate into WWE storylines.
13. Jon Stewart (SummerSlam 2015, Monday Night Raw)
The former "Daily Show" host shocked the WWE Universe by interfering in the main event of SummerSlam 2015, costing John Cena a championship. Stewart's unexpected involvement went viral, highlighting his deep fandom and willingness to participate in a major, controversial storyline.
14. Pete Rose (WrestleMania XIV, XV, 2000)
The MLB legend became a hilarious, recurring WrestleMania tradition. Famous for consistently getting attacked and Tombstoned by Kane, Rose's annual appearances were highly anticipated and provided iconic comedic relief, solidifying his unique, masochistic place in WrestleMania lore.
15. Shaquille O'Neal (WrestleMania 32)
The NBA icon surprised fans with an appearance in the Andre the Giant Memorial Battle Royal at WrestleMania 32. His memorable staredown and physical confrontation with longtime rival Big Show, among other WWE Superstars, was a massive crowd-placer and highlight of the match.
16. Snoop Dogg (Various Appearances, WrestleMania 24 & 32, WWE Hall of Fame 2016)
A lifelong WWE fan, Snoop Dogg has made numerous memorable appearances, often performing entrance themes or getting involved in segments. His consistent presence and genuine enthusiasm culminated in his well-deserved induction into the Celebrity Wing of the WWE Hall of Fame.
17. Maria Menounos (WrestleMania XXVIII)
The TV host and journalist impressed many by competing in a tag team match at WrestleMania XXVIII. Despite her non-wrestling background, Menounos displayed admirable athleticism and commitment to her performance, earning respect for her dedicated efforts on the Grandest Stage of Them All.
18. Jeremy Piven & Ken Jeong (Monday Night Raw 2009 Guest Hosts)
The comedic duo's chaotic stint as Raw guest hosts exemplified the popular late 2000s era of celebrity guest hosts. Their often-unpredictable antics and interactions with WWE Superstars led to several memorable, sometimes bewildering, but always entertaining moments for the audience.
19. Johnny Knoxville (WrestleMania 38)
The "Jackass" star engaged in a genuinely entertaining and long-running feud with Sami Zayn, culminating in a hilarious "Anything Goes" match at WrestleMania 38. Knoxville's commitment to outrageous stunts and his willingness to take bumps made him a surprisingly effective in-ring performer.
20. Rob Gronkowski (WrestleMania 33 & 36)
The NFL superstar delivered a memorable moment at WrestleMania 33 by jumping over the barrier to assist Mojo Rawley. He later hosted WrestleMania 36 during the pandemic, impressively capturing the 24/7 Championship, showcasing his larger-than-life personality and love for WWE.
21. Snooki (WrestleMania XXVII)
The "Jersey Shore" reality TV star competed in a six-person tag team match at WrestleMania XXVII. Despite initial skepticism, Snooki surprised many by hitting a surprisingly agile splash, bringing significant reality TV crossover appeal and a memorable moment to the event.
22. Kevin Federline (Monday Night Raw 2006-2007, Cyber Sunday 2006)
Britney Spears' ex-husband surprisingly engaged in an extended, highly publicized feud with John Cena. "K-Fed" even controversially defeated Cena on an episode of Raw thanks to interference, generating massive tabloid attention and proving a unique, if polarizing, celebrity crossover.
23. Machine Gun Kelly (WrestleMania 28, SummerSlam 2024)
The musician initially performed John Cena's entrance theme live at WrestleMania 28. Years later, he made a memorable appearance at SummerSlam 2024, walking out with Logan Paul and getting involved in the action, showing his continued connection and flair for sports entertainment.
24. Ozzy Osbourne (WrestleMania 2)
The "Prince of Darkness" added major rock star credibility to the second-ever WrestleMania. Managing The British Bulldogs alongside Captain Lou Albano in their Tag Team Championship match, Ozzy's appearance solidified WWE's growing connection to the music industry and mainstream entertainment.
25. Jesse "The Body" Ventura (SummerSlam 1999)
As the sitting Governor of Minnesota, Ventura served as a special guest referee for the main event at SummerSlam 1999. His legitimate political status added immense gravitas and mainstream buzz to the broadcast, highlighting WWE's ability to draw high-profile figures.
