WWE superstar Danhausen has expanded his "curse" antics into the professional sports world, targeting the Carolina Hurricanes during the 2026 Stanley Cup Final. After a Cameo video of the wrestler was played at T-Mobile Arena during Game 3, the Hurricanes fell to the Las Vegas Golden Knights in a 5-4 overtime loss, leaving them trailing 2-1 in the series.
How Danhausen Brought His "Very Evil" Persona to the Stanley Cup
The crossover between professional wrestling and the NHL occurred on Saturday, June 6, 2026, when a fan-purchased video message was broadcast on the big screen at T-Mobile Arena. In the clip, the WWE performer—known for his eccentric, theatrical persona—expressed confusion about the Stanley Cup, referring to it as "possibly some sort of beverage."
According to the video, Danhausen explicitly directed his curse at the Carolina Hurricanes to assist the Las Vegas Golden Knights. The wrestler, who is signed to WWE as of February 2026, commanded the crowd to join him in chanting, "Go Knights Go," before finalizing the hex on the Hurricanes.
Can the Curse Be Lifted?
Following the Hurricanes’ loss, Danhausen took to social media on Sunday, June 7, 2026, to address the team directly. In a post on X, he suggested that the franchise could be uncursed if they paid him "human money" via his Cameo profile.
This is not the first time the performer has claimed to influence professional sports results. Earlier in June 2026, WWE highlighted his involvement in the New York Knicks’ journey to the NBA Finals, where he purportedly cursed their opponents. His ability to blend his wrestling character with high-profile sports moments has become a recurring theme in his recent tenure with WWE.
Did you know?
Danhausen’s transition to WWE in early 2026 followed his previous stints in All Elite Wrestling (AEW) and Ring of Honor (ROH), where he first developed the "very nice, very evil" gimmick that has since become a regular feature on WWE weekly programming and Premium Live Events.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Danhausen a real WWE wrestler?
Yes. According to official WWE records, Danhausen is a signed WWE superstar who made his debut at the 2026 Elimination Chamber event.
Why did Danhausen curse the Carolina Hurricanes?
The curse was part of a fan-purchased Cameo video played at T-Mobile Arena during Game 3 of the 2026 Stanley Cup Final. The wrestler performed the bit as part of his "very evil" character persona.
Can the curse be broken?
Danhausen has publicly stated on X that he is willing to uncurse the team if they provide him with "human money" through his personal Cameo page.
Are you a fan of Danhausen’s cross-sport antics? Let us know in the comments if you think his curses actually impact the games or if it’s all just part of the show.
