Stone Cold Steve Austin’s Iconic Entrance Honored as Celebs Recreate WWE Walkouts

Stone Cold Steve Austin’s legendary entrance music echoed through Fanatics Fest in New York City on 18 Jul 2026 as celebrities honored the WWE icon.

What happened at Fanatics Fest?

David Ortiz and Rob Gronkowski stole the show at Fanatics Fest in NYC by recreating famous WWE entrances. Ortiz walked out to Stone Cold Steve Austin’s iconic theme song, while Gronkowski came out to Jey Uso’s music. The event drew big names like Amon-Ra St. Brown, Jahmyr Gibbs, and CC Sabathia, who also paid tribute to legends like Batista, Roman Reigns, and The Undertaker.

Why Stone Cold Steve Austin’s entrance mattered

Austin’s theme has become one of the most recognizable in sports entertainment. Ortiz’s choice to use it wasn’t just a nod to the past-it was a celebration of Austin’s cultural impact. The moment sparked excitement among fans who grew up watching Austin’s rebellious, beer-swilling persona redefine WWE in the Attitude Era.

What comes next for WWE’s legacy moments?

WWE continues to see its stars and even non-wrestlers embrace its iconic moments. Lynch’s comments about Stephanie McMahon’s influence on her own parenting choices show how WWE’s culture extends beyond the ring. Meanwhile, Rollins’ story about sticking to the original plan at SummerSlam 2016 proves the company’s commitment to storytelling-even in the face of injury.

You can watch the full clip of the celebrity entrances below to relive the tribute to Stone Cold Steve Austin and other WWE legends.