Stephanie McMahon made a surprise appearance at WrestleMania 40, opening the second night of the event at Philadelphia's Lincoln Financial Field. Addressing the crowd, McMahon expressed her pride in this particular WrestleMania, referring to it as the first under the leadership of her husband, Paul Levesque, also known as Triple H, who serves as the chief content officer and head of creative at WWE.
McMahon's energetic presence was felt as she engaged the audience with Triple H's iconic line, 'Are you ready?' This marked her official return to WWE programming since stepping down as co-CEO in January 2023. Prior to this appearance, McMahon was also in attendance at the WWE Hall of Fame ceremony on April 5.
Earlier this year, Vince McMahon, Stephanie's father, resigned from his role as executive chairman of the board of TKO Group Holdings, Inc., following a lawsuit filed against him, the company, and former WWE executive John Laurinaitis by former WWE employee Janel Grant. The lawsuit alleges misconduct by Vince McMahon, including abuse, sexual exploitation, and trafficking of Grant.
Stephanie McMahon's lifelong association with WWE dates back to her teenage years when she modeled merchandise for the company. Over the years, she transitioned from working in WWE offices to holding various executive positions, eventually becoming the chief brand officer and later assuming the roles of co-CEO and chairwoman after her father's departure in 2022.
Stephanie McMahon's appearance at WrestleMania XL not only set the stage for an electrifying event but also highlighted her enduring connection to the world of professional wrestling, solidifying her status as a prominent figure in the industry.
