25 Most Unforgettable Celebrity Moments in WWE History
25. Snooki impressed in the ring at WrestleMania 27
The Jersey Shore star surprised everyone with her impressive athleticism and high-flying moves. Her pinfall victory alongside John Morrison and Trish Stratus proved her commitment and earned her a memorable WrestleMania moment.
24. Stephen Amell became a wrestling wonder at SummerSlam
The star of Arrow impressed fans with his surprisingly skilled in-ring performance at SummerSlam 2015. His high-risk moves and victory in a tag-team match cemented his status as more than just a celebrity guest.
23. Pete Rose faced the real Big Red Machine at WrestleMania 14
The baseball legend had a running feud with Kane, which led to a series of memorable, humiliating moments. Rose's recurring appearances, always ending with a beatdown from the "Big Red Machine," became a beloved WrestleMania tradition.
22. Michael Che and Colin Jost faced a monster's wrath at WrestleMania 35
The Saturday Night Live stars learned a harsh lesson about the ring when they were thrown into a Battle Royal. Their comedy was no match for Braun Strowman, who eliminated them in spectacular, monster-like fashion.
21. Logan Paul soared as WWE's most valuable rookie in 2022
After his impressive debut, Logan Paul transitioned from celebrity guest to a full-time, top-tier wrestler. His natural athletic ability, charismatic persona, and championship caliber performance have made him a breakout star.
20. Rob Gronkowski lent a helping hand to an old friend at WrestleMania 33
The NFL tight end jumped the barricade to help his friend Mojo Rawley win the Andre the Giant Memorial Battle Royal. His brief, chaotic ring interference was a huge moment that launched Rawley to victory.
19. Mickey Rourke took The Wrestler to WrestleMania 25
Fresh off his Oscar-nominated performance in The Wrestler, Mickey Rourke made a surprise appearance at WrestleMania 25. His confrontation and haymaker punch to Chris Jericho connected his movie's storyline to the real-life world of WWE.
18. Machine Gun Kelly performs at WrestleMania 28 for John Cena’s entrance
The rapper and musician performed a live concert-style entrance for John Cena before his main event match against The Rock. This added a huge dose of spectacle and star power to one of the biggest matches in history.
17. Drew Carey flexed his comedy muscles at the 2001 Royal Rumble
The host of The Price Is Right was a surprise entrant in the Royal Rumble match. Facing off with a very angry Kane, Carey quickly eliminated himself, providing one of the most memorable comedic moments in Royal Rumble history.
16. The cast of Jackass Forever turned the tables on Sami Zayn at WrestleMania 38
Johnny Knoxville, Wee Man, and the entire Jackass crew engaged in a ridiculous but epic feud with Sami Zayn. Their chaotic antics and final victory in an "Anything Goes" match was a fitting tribute to their insane film series.
15. Ben Stiller felt the pain on Raw
During a guest appearance, comedic actor Ben Stiller was involved in a run-in with the massive Big Show. Stiller felt the true power of a WWE Superstar when he was manhandled and taken down, much to the crowd's delight.
14. Jelly Roll Shocks WWE Universe with High-Impact Debut at SummerSlam 2025
The rapper made a powerful statement by getting involved in a match and delivering a surprising, high-impact move to a superstar. His unexpected appearance added a new layer of celebrity star power to the main event.
13. Snoop Dogg Joins Cousin Sasha Banks for Epic WrestleMania 32 Entrance
The legendary rapper accompanied his cousin, Sasha Banks, to the ring for her championship match. His live performance of her theme song was an incredible spectacle that brought an electric energy to her WrestleMania entrance.
12. Bad Bunny stunned in his debut match at WrestleMania 37
The music superstar shocked everyone with his amazing in-ring performance. His acrobatic moves, fluid wrestling skills, and big victory alongside Damian Priest proved he was far more than just another celebrity guest.
11. Jon Stewart turned heel at Summerslam 2015
The former host of The Daily Show shocked the wrestling world by interfering in a match and helping Seth Rollins defeat John Cena. His betrayal and surprise use of a steel chair was one of the biggest heel turns.
10. Hugh Jackman helped Zack Ryder with a Haymaker
The X-Men movie star made an appearance on Monday Night Raw where he assisted Zack Ryder in his match. Jackman delivered a powerful punch to Dolph Ziggler, helping Ryder get a big win.
9. Tyson Fury's WWE Debut against Braun Strowman at Crown Jewel 2019
The boxing heavyweight champion traded the boxing ring for the wrestling ring to take on Braun Strowman. The highly-anticipated match, which Fury won by count-out, brought major media attention to the event.
8. Lawrence Taylor collided with Bam Bam Bigelow at WrestleMania 11
The NFL Hall of Famer headlined WrestleMania 11 in a match against Bam Bam Bigelow. Taylor's involvement in the main event brought a level of mainstream media attention that few wrestlers had ever experienced.
7. Shaquille O’Neal Makes Blockbuster WWE Debut in WrestleMania 32’s Andre the Giant Memorial Battle Royal
The NBA legend made a surprise appearance in the Battle Royal, coming face-to-face with fellow giant, Big Show. Their staredown and eventual chaotic showdown was one of the most memorable moments of the entire event.
6. Arnold Schwarzenegger pumped up the WWE Hall of Fame
The iconic action star and former California Governor was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame. His star power and inspirational speech about his wrestling love solidified his place as a true friend and fan of the sport.
5. Floyd Mayweather Shocks WWE Universe with KO Victory Over Big Show in WrestleMania 24 Debut
The boxing champion, known as "Money," used his undefeated persona to defeat the massive Big Show in a No Disqualification match. His knockout punch with a chair cemented his legacy as a celebrity who could back up his talk.
4. Donald Trump vs. Vince McMahon in Iconic ‘Battle of the Billionaires’ Contest at WrestleMania 23
The "hair vs. hair" match, where Trump and McMahon each had a wrestler representing them, became a pop culture phenomenon. This epic showdown generated massive mainstream buzz and resulted in McMahon having his head shaved.
3. Mr. T went from boxing Rocky to wrestling Roddy Piper
The star of Rocky III and The A-Team was in the main event of the very first WrestleMania. His tag-team match alongside Hulk Hogan against Roddy Piper was a colossal, star-studded affair that launched the event's legend.
2. Cyndi Lauper connected rock and wrestling at WrestleMania I
The pop superstar's feud with "Rowdy" Roddy Piper and her alliance with Hulk Hogan was central to the "Rock 'n' Wrestling Connection." Her presence helped make WrestleMania a mainstream spectacle, bridging the worlds of pop music and pro wrestling.
1. Muhammad Ali Makes History as Special Guest Referee in WrestleMania 1 Main Event
The boxing legend's role as a special guest referee was the ultimate celebrity endorsement. His presence gave the fledgling WrestleMania instant credibility, turning it into a major, must-see event and cementing its place in sports entertainment history.
