Stephen Amell is preparing for a surprise appearance at WrestleMania 42, set to take place in Las Vegas this spring. The actor, known for his roles in Arrow and Heels, revealed during an iHeartRadio CA interview that although he has not kept up closely with AEW recently, he remains fully engaged with WWE as WrestleMania approaches. Amell expects to make a cameo on the event’s second night, hinting at a return to the wrestling spotlight with the WWE.
I’m not up to date with AEW. I’m certainly up to date with WWE. We are on the road to WrestleMania. I think I’m going to make a cameo on Night 2 at WrestleMania this year.
– Stephen Amell, actor and WWE collaborator
Amell’s WWE History Suggests More Than a Guest Spot
Though details about his role remain under wraps, Amell’s previous involvement with WWE hints his comeback could be more than a simple appearance. In 2015, he fought in a widely remembered tag team match at SummerSlam, partnering with Neville (Pac) to defeat King Barrett and Stardust (Cody Rhodes). Beyond WWE, Amell has also competed in a singles bout against Christopher Daniels at the original All In event and made multiple appearances for Ring of Honor, demonstrating his versatility in the wrestling world.
New Developments Surrounding Masked Attacker in WWE Storylines
Outside of Amell’s return, WWE fans are buzzing over the identity of a newly introduced masked figure. The Masked Man revealed as Austin Theory at Survivor Series 2025 has been replaced by another mysterious assailant who targeted Bron Breakker at Royal Rumble 2026 and later attacked Theory on RAW.
Many viewers suspect the new masked man is Grayson Waller, citing his distinctive posture and running style as giveaways. Fans have also pointed out the similarity of the attacker’s Apple Watch to one commonly worn by Waller.
It’s Grayson Waller, they didn’t even bother to ask him to buy new black shoes for this 😂
– fan
You can (tell that it’s Grayson Waller) by his posture and the way he runs.
– fan
Same coloured Apple Watch case and watch strap as the one in most of his pics on ig. It was 100% him [on RAW].
– fan
It’s Grayson Waller lol I’ve watched too much wrestling to get this wrong. That stance & posture is all Grayson tho.
– fan
Implications for WWE and WrestleMania 42
Stephen Amell’s teased return adds considerable intrigue to the buildup for WrestleMania 42, potentially drawing attention from both wrestling enthusiasts and television fans familiar with his acting career. His past performances with WWE have been well received, and this appearance could inject fresh excitement into the event’s lineup in Las Vegas.
Meanwhile, the emergence of the new masked man storyline involving Grayson Waller could signal additional twists during the WWE’s Road to WrestleMania, deepening ongoing rivalries ahead of wrestling’s biggest annual spectacle.
