CM Punk Holds Up the Same Baby Again at Fanatics Fest 2025

CM Punk gave fans a full-circle moment at Fanatics Fest 2025 when he held up a baby dressed like him—again.

During the live SummerSlam kickoff show, Punk was alerted to a familiar sight in the crowd: a child dressed in his signature gear. After taking a closer look, Punk immediately realized it was the same baby from last year’s Fanatics Fest.

Clearly thrilled, Punk didn’t waste any time. He left his spot, made his way over to the crowd, and hoisted the baby in the air for a second straight year, recreating the viral moment that first won over fans in 2024. The whole thing had strong Lion King vibes all over again—and Punk was absolutely loving it.

“Wait a second—is that the same baby as last year? That is the same baby!” Punk said in disbelief before making his way into the crowd.

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Once he picked the child up, the crowd erupted. It was another unforgettable moment that only added to Punk’s reputation as someone who always finds time for fans—even the smallest ones.

Last year, Punk lifted the same baby into the air in a Rafiki-meets-Straight Edge Savior moment that quickly took over social media. This year, he brought it full circle—and fans couldn’t get enough of the nostalgia.

CM Punk may be divisive in the ring, but outside of it, he keeps proving why fans stay loyal to him year after year.