Lil Yachty Fires Back After Backlash Over WrestleMania 42 Role: “Don’t Try And Step on My F****** Moment”

Lil Yachty isn’t staying quiet — he’s firing back after getting backlash for his WWE involvement ahead of WrestleMania 42.

After appearing on the April 3 episode of WWE SmackDown alongside Trick Williams — and being invited to be part of his WrestleMania 42 moment — the reaction online quickly turned negative, with many fans pushing back against yet another celebrity being tied to WWE’s biggest show.

Some even took things a step further, mocking the growing list of celebrities by creating a revised WrestleMania 42 poster featuring names like Tom Brady, Pat McAfee, Lil Yachty, IShowSpeed, and Jelly Roll — suggesting the event is becoming more about outside names than the wrestlers themselves.

That backlash didn’t go unnoticed. On April 5, 2026, Yachty took to Twitter and responded directly to the criticism, making it clear he feels he’s earned the right to be part of something he genuinely cares about.

“i understand yall upset but don’t try and step on my f****** moment, i’m at the tv screen every monday and friday religiously. i’ve been to more ple’s than most. i probably know more history than most of yall. who’s to say i don’t deserve to be apart of something i love so dearly?”

The reaction stems from a broader frustration among fans about celebrities being inserted into WrestleMania storylines — especially this year, where multiple celebrities are already involved.

Yachty’s appearance with Trick Williams wasn’t just a cameo either. During SmackDown, Trick made it clear he wants Yachty by his side at WrestleMania as he goes after Sami Zayn and the United States Championship — tying the rapper directly into one of the show’s ongoing rivalries.

But for Yachty, this isn’t about clout — it’s about passion. His response makes it clear he sees himself as a longtime fan, not an outsider stepping in — even if the audience doesn’t see it that way. With WrestleMania 42 getting closer and more celebrity involvement becoming part of the conversation, this situation is only adding fuel to an already heated debate.

Do you agree with Lil Yachty’s response — has he earned his place at WrestleMania, or are fans right to push back on celebrities being involved? Drop your thoughts below and let us know.