AJ Styles to be inducted into WWE Hall of Fame

Former WWE Champion discusses his upcoming induction ceremony

Apr. 18, 2026 at 12:41am

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During an appearance on The Nikki & Brie Show, AJ Styles discussed his upcoming induction into the WWE Hall of Fame. Styles expressed some nervousness about the ceremony, stating he just wants to 'get it over with.' He also revealed that he had difficulty finding the right person to induct him, but has 'found the right person' for the honor.

Why it matters

AJ Styles is one of the most accomplished and respected wrestlers of the modern era, having won multiple world championships and headlined major pay-per-views. His induction into the WWE Hall of Fame is a recognition of his illustrious career and legacy in the industry.

The details

Styles, who was announced as part of the WWE Hall of Fame Class of 2026, said he is 'anxious to get it over with' when it comes to the induction ceremony. He explained that he gets nervous for big events like WrestleMania, and just wants to 'get through it.' Styles also revealed that he had trouble finding the right person to induct him, as 'some of them couldn't induct me,' but he has 'found the right person' for the honor.

  • The WWE Hall of Fame Class of 2026 ceremony takes place on Friday, April 17 at midnight Eastern, from Dolby Live at Park MGM in Las Vegas, Nevada.

The players

AJ Styles

A former WWE Champion and one of the most accomplished wrestlers of the modern era, who is set to be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2026.

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What they’re saying

“Anxious to get it over with, I think. When I'm nervous or whatever it is I may be feeling, I just wanna get it over with. I don't wanna have to deal with it. I'll be honest with you, WrestleMania is one of those things I was like, let's just get it over with. Let's just get through this, because there is so much going on.”

— AJ Styles, Former WWE Champion

“Some of them couldn't induct me, which I get it. It's fine. But I found the right person.”

— AJ Styles, Former WWE Champion

What’s next

The WWE Hall of Fame Class of 2026 ceremony will take place on Friday, April 17 at midnight Eastern, from Dolby Live at Park MGM in Las Vegas, Nevada.

The takeaway

AJ Styles' induction into the WWE Hall of Fame is a testament to his remarkable career and the respect he has earned within the wrestling industry. Despite some nervousness about the ceremony, Styles is looking forward to being honored for his achievements and legacy.