This week’s episode of Monday Night Raw aired live from Atlanta, GA and the show featured a special tribute to The Phenomenal AJ Styles. The former WWE Champion made his way out at the end of the show and he gave a heartfelt speech in front of the Atlanta fans.
Styles talked about why he put his gloves back on after Gunther defeated him at the Royal Rumble, and he said he wanted to bring his gloves home. AJ said that he’s a man of his word then he left his jacket and gloves in the ring.
The WWE roster made their way out into the arena and everyone stood at the top of the ramp as they clapped and cheered for Styles. Suddenly The Undertaker’s gong hit and Taker rode down to the ring on his motorcycle.
The Undertaker told Styles that they have unfinished business, and he announced that AJ will officially be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame as part of the 2026 class. Styles looked thrilled as he celebrated with his family while the went off the air.
As of this writing AJ Styles is the second name to be confirmed for the 2026 Hall of Fame class as it was announced back in September at WrestlePalooza that Stephanie McMahon will also be inducted this year.
Congratulations to AJ Styles.
The NEWEST inductee into the 2026 WWE Hall of Fame! ✨@AJStylesOrg pic.twitter.com/MAXc5hHODu
— WWE (@WWE) February 24, 2026