CM Punk Unveils Tattoo Honoring Late Dog During WWE Event
Glasgow, Scotland – WWE World Heavyweight Champion CM Punk unveiled a new tattoo honoring his late rescue dog Larry during a title defense at a live event here on January 10, 2026, drawing attention from fans and social media.
Punk retained his championship in the main event against Bronson Reed, a member of The Vision faction. As the match progressed, spectators spotted the fresh ink on Punk's chest: a series of pawprints positioned over his heart. A fan-shared photo of the tattoo quickly circulated online, highlighting the simple yet poignant design. Larry, a mixed-breed dog Punk and his wife AJ Lee adopted in 2015 from PAWS Chicago, a no-kill shelter in the wrestler's hometown, passed away in late 2025 after nearly a decade with the family.
The tattoo serves as a lasting tribute to Larry, who became a familiar presence in Punk's life both inside and outside the wrestling ring. Following Punk's return to WWE in 2023, he and Lee often brought Larry to events, where the dog endeared himself to backstage personnel and even factored into on-screen storylines. In 2024, during a heated rivalry with fellow wrestler Drew McIntyre, the Scottish performer stole a bracelet belonging to...