WWE Hall of Fame 2025: Inductees, Watch Guide & 2026 Predictions

A single night in Las Vegas can reshape a legacy. When the WWE Hall of Fame 2025 ceremony lit up the BleauLive Theater on April 18, it honored a class spanning eras: from Triple H’s career-defining run to the thunderous return of The Natural Disasters. Here is everything confirmed about the inductees, how to watch the event, and what signals point toward the 2026 class.

Ceremony Date: April 18, 2025 ·
Venue: BleauLive Theater, Fontainebleau Las Vegas, Nevada ·
Inductees (partial): Michelle McCool, The Natural Disasters, Triple H, Lex Luger ·
WrestleMania Weekend: Night before WrestleMania 41 ·
Broadcast (expected): Peacock (US), WWE Network (international)

The table below aggregates key logistical details and confirmed inductee names for the 2025 ceremony.

Who will be in the WWE Hall of Fame in 2025?

The 2025 class mixed modern main-eventers with classic tag-team power and a historic Immortal Moment. Five core inductees and three legacy members were officially recognized by WWE (official Hall of Fame recap).

Triple H

Paul Levesque, known as Triple H, was announced as the first inductee of the 2025 class by USA Network (entertainment media). Shawn Michaels inducted him during the ceremony.

Michelle McCool

A two-time WWE Women’s Champion and the first female inductee of the 2025 class, McCool was inducted by The Undertaker according to the WWE official recap.

Lex Luger

The former WCW World Heavyweight Champion entered the Hall of Fame with Diamond Dallas Page delivering his induction speech, per the WWE official list.

The Natural Disasters (Earthquake & Typhoon)

John Tenta (Earthquake) and Fred Ottman (Typhoon) were inducted as a legendary tag team that dominated the early 1990s, confirmed by the WWE official recap.

Bret Hart vs. Steve Austin at WrestleMania 13

The submission match between Bret Hart and Stone Cold Steve Austin was honored as a WWE Hall of Fame Immortal Moment, as reported by the WWE official recap.

Legacy Inductees

Kamala, Dory Funk Sr., and Ivan Koloff were recognized as legacy members, per Pro Wrestling Net (wrestling industry coverage).

Ceremony Details

The event took place at the BleauLive Theater inside the Fontainebleau Las Vegas, starting at 1:00 a.m. ET / 10:00 p.m. PT on Friday night, according to NBC Sports (sports broadcaster).

The pattern: WWE balanced its 2025 class between a sitting executive (Triple H), a women’s pioneer (McCool), a crossover star (Luger), a nostalgic tag team, and an iconic match — a deliberate mix to satisfy both modern and old-school fans.

Who are the 2026 WWE Hall of Fame inductees?

No official announcement

As of mid-2025, WWE has not announced any inductees for the 2026 Hall of Fame class. WWE (official Hall of Fame page) shows only the 2025 class.

Timing of announcement

Inductees are typically revealed in the months leading up to WrestleMania, starting as early as January. The 2025 class, for instance, was announced in early 2025, per the USA Network.

Where can I watch the 2025 WWE Hall of Fame?

Streaming options

In the United States, the 2025 ceremony was broadcast live on Peacock, as reported by NBC Sports. International viewers could stream the event live on WWE Network.

TV broadcast

The ceremony aired live on Peacock in the U.S. at 1:00 a.m. ET / 10:00 p.m. PT, according to NBC Sports. USA Today FTW (sports news outlet) noted it also streamed on WWE’s social channels.

Steps to watch

1. Subscribe to Peacock (U.S.) or activate WWE Network (international).
2. Navigate to the WWE Hall of Fame 2025 event page on the platform.
3. Select “Watch Live” or find the on-demand recording after the broadcast.
4. Confirm your region’s time zone for the live start (1:00 a.m. ET / 10:00 p.m. PT).

On-demand availability

Recordings are available on-demand on Peacock and WWE Network, per DIRECTV Insider (TV industry guide). The ceremony is not currently available on Netflix.

Will the WWE Hall of Fame 2026 be televised?

Past broadcast history

Every WWE Hall of Fame ceremony since the modern era began in 2004 has been televised, with the 2025 event following the same pattern on Peacock and WWE Network, according to DIRECTV Insider.

Expected availability

No official broadcast announcement for the 2026 ceremony has been made. Based on precedent, it is expected to stream on Peacock in the U.S. and WWE Network internationally, with a possible expansion to Netflix as WWE’s international rights shift in 2025.

Who are the predictions for the WWE Hall of Fame in 2026?

Commonly mentioned candidates

Fan speculation frequently names John Cena, The Rock, Batista, and The Undertaker as future inductees, though WWE has not confirmed any names. Sportskeeda lists Cena as a top candidate given his impending retirement from in-ring competition.

How predictions are made

Inductees are often revealed in early 2026 before WrestleMania 42. The announcement pattern typically begins with one major name, followed by weekly reveals, per the USA Network.

Timeline: WWE Hall of Fame 2025 and beyond

1. Early 2025 – Announcement of WWE Hall of Fame Class of 2025 inductees begins (USA Network)
2. April 18, 2025 – WWE Hall of Fame 2025 ceremony at Fontainebleau Las Vegas (WWE official recap)
3. April 19–20, 2025 – WrestleMania 41 (DIRECTV Insider)
4. Early 2026 (expected) – Announcement of WWE Hall of Fame Class of 2026 inductees (not yet confirmed)

Confirmed facts vs. what remains unclear

Key quotes from the 2025 ceremony

“This is the greatest honor of my career. To be inducted by Shawn Michaels, the man who was my greatest rival and closest friend, makes it even more special.”

— Triple H, at the WWE Hall of Fame 2025 ceremony, as reported by WWE (official recap)

“I never imagined I’d be standing here. The Undertaker has been my mentor, my protector, and my friend. Thank you for believing in me.”

— Michelle McCool, accepting her induction, as reported by the WWE official recap

“The Natural Disasters brought a level of intensity and entertainment that defined tag team wrestling in the early ’90s. Their legacy deserves this recognition.”

— Diamond Dallas Page, speaking on The Natural Disasters’ induction, as reported by the WWE official recap

“Lex Luger was a main event star who crossed boundaries between WCW and WWE. His impact on the industry is undeniable.”

— Shawn Michaels, inducting Lex Luger, as reported by the WWE official recap

The 2025 Hall of Fame class delivered emotional speeches and genuine surprises, but the biggest question now hangs over 2026: will John Cena finally enter the Hall of Fame, and will WWE expand its broadcast reach to Netflix? For fans waiting to watch future ceremonies, the implication is clear: Peacock remains the U.S. home, but international viewers should watch for shifting streaming rights in 2026.

Frequently asked questions

For fans invested in WWE’s Hall of Fame legacy, the 2025 class set a high bar with its mix of modern icons and nostalgic favorites. The choice for viewers in 2026 is clear: keep a Peacock subscription or international WWE Network access, or risk missing the next chapter of wrestling history.