History of WWE Hall of Fame (2025) in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: April 18, 2025

The 2025 WWE Hall of Fame ceremony marks the induction of the 26th class and will be held on April 18, 2025, in Winchester, Nevada, preceding WrestleMania 41. Airing after SmackDown, the event introduces the "Immortal Moment" category, honoring significant matches. Additionally, the Legacy wing, absent since 2021, will return. This event celebrates wrestling legends and memorable moments, solidifying their place in WWE history.

2019: Triple H's First Hall of Fame Induction

In 2019, Triple H was inducted into the Hall of Fame as a member of D-Generation X.

2021: Last Induction of Legacy Wing

In 2021, the Legacy wing last had inductees into the WWE Hall of Fame.

2021: Last Ceremony with Legacy Inductees

The WWE Hall of Fame ceremony in 2021 was the last to include Legacy inductees, prior to its return in 2025.

2024: Planned Induction of Earthquake

During the Class of 2024 ceremony, Triple H had already planned the induction of Earthquake to his family.

January 29, 2025: Triple H Announced as First Inductee

On January 29, 2025, Shawn Michaels and The Undertaker revealed Triple H as the first inductee into the 2025 Hall of Fame at WWE headquarters. This marks Triple H's second induction, as he was previously inducted as part of D-Generation X in 2019.

February 14, 2025: Michelle McCool Announced as Second Inductee

On February 14, 2025, during an episode of ESPN's Get Up, Triple H announced Michelle McCool as the second inductee into the 2025 WWE Hall of Fame.

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March 7, 2025: Lex Luger Announced as Third Inductee

On March 7, 2025, Cody Rhodes revealed Lex Luger as the third inductee into the 2025 WWE Hall of Fame during a visit to Lex Luger and Diamond Dallas Page.

March 28, 2025: Introduction of "Immortal Moment" Category

On March 28, 2025, WWE unveiled a new "Immortal Moment" category for the Hall of Fame, honoring historic matches. The first induction is the Bret Hart vs. Steve Austin submission match from WrestleMania 13.

April 9, 2025: Return of the Legacy Wing

On April 9, 2025, WWE announced the return of the Legacy wing for the first time since 2021. Kamala, Dory Funk Sr., and Ivan Koloff were revealed as the Legacy inductees for 2025.

April 18, 2025: 2025 WWE Hall of Fame Ceremony

On April 18, 2025, the WWE Hall of Fame ceremony is scheduled to take place in Winchester, Nevada, at the Fontainebleau Las Vegas. It will feature the inaugural "Immortal Moment" recipient and the return of the Legacy wing.