Watch Damian Priest Get Inducted Into the Bronx Walk of Fame
The Bronx rolled out the red carpet on May 17 as Damian Priest received his street sign and spot on the Bronx Walk of Fame. The ceremony took place along the Grand Concourse, the 23‑block corridor that honors borough natives who have achieved greatness in their fields.
A Hometown Milestone
Priest, who trained at his father’s martial‑arts schools in the Bronx before becoming a WWE headliner, thanked local officials and fans during a brief speech.
He joins the 2025 Bronx Walk of Fame class alongside:
- Judy Torres – freestyle music icon
- Kemba Walker – former NBA All‑Star guard
- Devon Rodriguez – acclaimed portrait artist
What Is the Bronx Walk of Fame?
Often called the Bronx’s version of Hollywood Boulevard, the Walk of Fame lines both sides of the Grand Concourse with street signs that bear the names of achievers who once called the borough home.
Support From the Wrestling World
Fellow wrestlers and colleagues flooded social media with congratulations:
- CM Punk: “Yes King!!!! ”
- Lilian Garcia: “Congratulations my friend!! So proud of you!!!!! ❤️❤️”
- Lola Vice: “wepaaa”
- Wade Barrett: “So cool ”
- Rhea Ripley: “That’s my best friend ❤️ #Proud”
- Bayley: “Mi campeón ”
- CJ Perry: “Congratulations ”
Priest called the honor “a dream come true” and promised to represent the Bronx every time he walks through the curtain. His street sign will remain on display for a full year before moving to the Bronx Tourism Council’s permanent exhibit.
Priest's next stop is Saturday Night's Main Event against Drew McIntyre in a steel cage match. He is also the MC of a huge Slayer gig happening in Pennsylvania later this year.