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“I love you, Vince. Thank you” – Triple H Gets Emotional During WWE Hall Of Fame Speech (Video)

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The WWE Hall of Fame 2025 ceremony took place at the Fontainebleau Las Vegas in its BleauLive Theater. On the red carpet, Triple H received a gift:

The show kicked off with WCW Legend Diamond Dallas Page coming out to induct the first inductee of tonight – Lex Luger. DDP talked about Lex’s incredible career and paralysis later in life.

Luger came out on a wheelchair, but gave his entire speech while standing.

Next inductee is from the Legacy wing – Kamala. Kamala’s wife, Jean Harris, was shown in attendance and that was it, no speech.

The Undertaker comes out next and says he’s not out here as The Deadman or The Phenom, but as Mark. Undertaker joked that Michelle chased him. Undertaker said a lot of women today wouldn’t have the opportunity to thrive if it wasn’t for Michelle, and the women’s division is smashing today. McCool came out, kissed Undertaker, and gave a speech about her grit. McCool revealed that LayCool and Natalya worked so hard, that WWE rewarded them with the first ever women’s Tables match. Layla was shown in attendance and this is her first WWE TV appearance after 10 years. McCool talked about dealing with a severe liver disease for over 25 years and got emotional, while her dad was crying. McCool thanked a lot of wrestlers, including Layla. McCool teased one more tag team match for LayCool and the crowd cheered.

Next inductee is from the Legacy wing – Dory Funk Sr. His granddaughter and son, Dory Funk Jr., where shown in attendance.

For The Natural Disasters’ induction, Earthquake aka John Tenta’s family and Typhoon aka Fred Ottman came out. Tenta’s son and daughter told stories about their dad. Typhoon got emotional while remembering Earthquake and said:

“I miss you, and this one here, brother, this is for you.”

CM Punk inducted Stone Cold Steve Austin vs. Bret Hart from WrestleMania 13 as the first ever Immortal Moment in the WWE Hall of Fame. Austin & Bret received a trophy.

Bret said this match with Austin is the greatest match of his career. Austin thanked Bret for making him a star. Austin also thanked Ken Shamrock and Vince McMahon for being a part of this match. Austin, Bret, and Pat McAfee drank beer to celebrate.

Last inductee from the Legacy wing is Ivan Koloff. His wife, Renae Koloff, was shown in attendance.

Shawn Michaels comes out to inductee his best friend, Triple H. HBK joked that there were times Stephanie McMahon questioned his relationship with Hunther, but he promised that the only time he and HHH kissed was on TV in front of everyone. HHH came out, hugged HBK and kissed him! Triple H got choked up. Below are the highlights from his speech:

– HHH thanked Rich Herring. Today’s is Herring’s 55th anniversary in the company. He never left.

– HHH said today is his parents’ 61st anniversary. HHH said his mother taught him the DX stuff.

– HHH said his sister has always had his back, and revealed that his sister also had a heart procedure similar to his recently.

– HHH had a couple of his childhood friends in attendance, who were his first workout partners in the gym.

– HHH said Arnold was his inspiration.

– HHH told Mick Foley that he hopes Foley knows how much he means to him.

– HHH said Terry Taylor had a medical incident earlier, so he couldn’t be here. HHH then learned that Terry is here, and joked that nobody can stop Terry. HHH then recalled training with Terry and William Regal in the 90s in WCW.

– HHH put over his Kliq members. He recalled Scott Hall knocking him out during a match and telling him later that he has a glass jaw!

– HHH praised Chyna. He said the second version of DX was the most fun he’s had in his career.

– HHH said Steve Austin was like a mentor to him.

– HHH called Ric Flair the greatest of all time and someone who taught him what it’s like to give back to the business. HHH said he’s proud of what Randy Orton and Batista went on to achieve after the Evolution run.

– HHH thanked his doctors.

– HHH thanked the current WWE Superstars for reviving the passion of wrestling in him and HBK.

– HHH said Michael Hayes is this generation’s Pat Patterson.

– HHH said Linda McMahon is the biggest inspiration for his daughters. HHH said Shane McMahon is the brother he never had. HHH then brought up Vince McMahon. He said it’s complicated, but he wouldn’t be here without Vince. He said Vince allowed him to sit under his learning tree. Vince taught him so much and he’s grateful for all those lessons. HHH said:

“I love you, Vince. Thank you.”

You can watch it below:

– HHH thanked The Undertaker for telling him something he’ll never forget. Taker told HHH that if he loves Stephanie, then he should go ahead, and people who don’t like it can go f**k themselves. HHH said Undertaker is the man he respects the most in this business.

– HHH said his health scare in 2021 was a blessing, because now he knows what’s truly important in life.

– HHH said he’s proud of his 3 daughters and motivated them individually.

– Stephanie is the best person he could ask for in his life. HHH had one word for her: Forever.

– HHH thanked WWE President Nick Khan.

– HHH thanked the fans and promised he will work his a$$ off to keep this business alive for the next generation.

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