After AJ Styles, 5 WWE legends who could go into the Hall of Fame 2026

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With that in mind, here are four other stars who could enter the Hall of Fame as part of the Class of 2026.

5. Lemmy Kilmister

Celebrities have often made it to the WWE Hall of Famer, and if there is someone that the promotion should acknowledge this year, it is the voice of Motorhead, Lemmy Kilmister. December 2025 marked 10 years since the legendary vocalist and bassist passed away.

He is responsible for creating Triple H’s themes, as well as that of Evolution. Owing to the shared history, WWE should certainly consider inducting him into their Hall of Fame posthumously.

4. Umaga

The former Intercontinental Champion has been part of several major storylines, and even had a huge rivalry with John Cena back in the day. Unfortunately, Umaga passed away in 2009 due to a heart attack. However, his legacy continues through his son, Zilla Fatu, who currently wrestles in the independent scene.

His nephew, Solo Sikoa, also pays tribute to him by using his Samoan Spike finisher as his weapon of choice. Although he only spent a few years wrestling, Umaga deserves a spot in the Hall of Fame.

3. Mickie James

Mickie James was recently inducted into the TNA Hall of Fame in 2025. However, owing to the working relationship between the two companies, she could potentially be honoured with a WWE Hall of Fame induction as well.

The former Women’s Champion has been an inspiration for an entire generation of wrestlers, and continues to compete in TNA. She is the real-life wife of SmackDown General Manager Nick Aldis, and he could induct his partner into the Hall of Fame this year to create a truly wholesome moment.

2. Batista

The Animal has long bid farewell to pro wrestling, and has fully embraced a career in Hollywood. However, his time in WWE was something special, with multiple world title wins.

Batista was set to be inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2020, but the ceremony was cancelled owing to the COVID-19 pandemic. He hasn’t been called back since, presumably due to scheduling conflicts, but now could be the right time for it to happen.

1. John Cena

John Cena retired from wrestling in December 2025, losing to Gunther in his final match. The 17-time world champion has not made an appearance in WWE since then, but deserves to be inducted into the Hall of Fame this year.

Like Batista, his acting schedule might be preventing it from happening right now, but Cena deserves to be inducted at the first time of availability alongside AJ Styles.