Many Celebrities have gotten involved with wrestling over the years, some of which even got in the ring themselves. Who can forget the famous feud between Andy Kaufman and Jerry “The King” Lawler? Or when Mr. T teamed up with Hulk Hogan to face Rowdy Roddy Piper and “Mr. Wonderful” Paul Orndorff at the first WrestleMania? Others were not so memorable, like those on this list.
#5. KEVIN FEDERLINE
Kevin Federline, also known as K-Fed and “Ex-Mr. Britney Spears”, appeared on WWE programming in 2006 to promote his album "Playing with Fire". He got involved in a feud with John Cena, which started with physical altercations on Raw. Federline allied with Johnny Nitro and helped him in a match against Cena. He also interfered in a Champion of Champions match at Cyber Sunday, helping King Booker win.
Federline and Cena had a match on January 1, 2007, on Raw, which Federline won due to interference from Nitro and Umaga. Later that night, Cena retaliated, delivering an FU to Federline twice after his main event match.
#4. REGGIE WHITE
Reggie White, the legendary NFL defensive end, made a couple of appearances in professional wrestling. He was at ringside for WrestleMania XI in 1995, supporting Lawrence Taylor's "All-Stars" in their match against Bam Bam Bigelow.
In 1997, White stepped into the ring for WCW's Slamboree, facing off against fellow NFL alum Steve McMichael in a very unmemorable match that incorporated football-style tackles. Despite a warm reception from the crowd, White lost to McMichael after being hit with a steel briefcase courtesy of Jeff Jarrett. This was White's only professional wrestling match.
#3. MUHAMMAD ALI
The “G.O.A.T.” had a few notable interactions with professional wrestling and combat sports. His most famous of course was his fight against Japanese wrestling icon Antonio Inoki on June 26, 1976, in Tokyo, Japan. The bout was a unique spectacle, blending boxing and wrestling, and ended in a draw after 15 rounds.
Ali also had an encounter with professional wrestling when he jumped into the ring during a match between Gorilla Monsoon and Baron Mikel Scicluna on June 2, 1976, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Ali removed his shirt, danced around Monsoon, and threw jabs, prompting Monsoon to put Ali in an Airplane Spin and drive him to the mat. Monsoon later commented that Ali "didn't know a wrist lock from a wrist watch!"
Years later, Ali made another notable appearance as the special guest outside referee at WrestleMania I in 1985.
#2. TOBY KEITH
Toby Keith, the country music star, made a couple of appearances in Total Nonstop Action Wrestling (then NWA-TNA) in 2002. On June 19, 2002, his music was featured in a storyline where Jeff Jarrett interrupted his playing of "Courtesy of the Red, White and Blue." Keith then participated in the Gauntlet for the Gold main event, eliminating Jarrett from the match. The next week, on June 26, he appeared again, helping Scott Hall defeat Jarrett in singles action.
#1. ALEX KARRAS
Alex Karras, best known for playing George Papadopolis, the lovable dad on the popular 80s sitcom "Webster," had a notable connection to professional wrestling. Before his NFL career took off, he signed a contract as a professional wrestler on December 13, 1957. During the six-month off-season, he earned $25,000 from wrestling.
Interestingly, when Karras was suspended from the NFL in 1963 due to betting allegations, he returned to professional wrestling. During this time, he faced opponents like Dick the Bruiser.
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