By Nicholas Mullick,Total Apex Sports
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Well, file this under “things we all saw coming.” It appears Stephanie McMahon is finally getting her gold watch, or in this case, a shiny new Hall of Fame ring. The wrestling world was abuzz this past weekend—not because of a surprise title change, but because The Undertaker himself showed up at Wrestlepalooza in Indianapolis to anoint the heir to the McMahon dynasty as the very first inductee into the WWE Hall of Fame Class of 2026.
It’s not that she doesn’t deserve a spot. Let’s be honest, Stephanie McMahon has done just about everything there is to do in this business, short of winning the Royal Rumble herself (though, give it time). From her early days as the innocent daughter tangled up with Test and Triple H, she morphed into one of the most detestable heels of the Attitude Era. Remember when she held the Women’s Championship for what felt like an eternity back in 2000? It was a reign of terror that made you genuinely despise her, and that, my friends, is the mark of a great villain.
A Career Beyond the Ring
But McMahon’s story doesn’t end with a title belt. Oh no, that would be too simple. She became the General Manager of both Raw and SmackDown, a role she used to wield her power with the kind of smug satisfaction only a McMahon could muster. She slapped more people than a frustrated game show contestant and delivered condescending promos that could curdle milk. She even stepped back into the ring for high-profile matches against the likes of Brie Bella and Ronda Rousey, proving she wasn’t afraid to take a bump or two for the family business.
Then there’s the corporate side of things. Chief Brand Officer? Check. Co-CEO? Yep, did that too. She was the polished, public-facing executive who represented WWE in boardrooms and media junkets, a stark contrast to the on-screen tyrant we loved to hate. It’s this dual role that makes her induction both inevitable and, let’s face it, a little complicated. She’s not just a character; she’s part of the fabric of the company itself.
Joining the Family Ranks
With this induction, Stephanie McMahon will join her husband, Paul “Triple H” Levesque, who got his nod last year with D-Generation X. It’s starting to look like a family reunion in that Hall of Fame, isn’t it? At Wrestlepalooza feels weird they announced this now.
So, here we are, with nearly two years to prepare for the inevitable acceptance speech. It will likely be a masterclass in corporate-speak mixed with genuine emotion, a perfect reflection of her career. She’ll thank her dad, her husband, and maybe even give a shout-out to The Undertaker for the grand announcement.
Final Thoughts
Is it predictable? Absolutely. Is it deserved? For a woman who has dedicated her entire life to this wild, chaotic, and utterly captivating world of sports entertainment, you bet it is. So, let’s raise a glass—or a commemorative cup, if you bought one at the merch stand—to the Billion Dollar Princess. Her coronation is officially on the calendar.
