WWE superstar CM Punk has avoided potential legal consequences after a fan whose phone was slapped from his hand during a Las Vegas hotel encounter says he won't pursue charges or lawsuits—he simply wants an apology.
The incident occurred in the early hours following WrestleMania 42, where Punk had just suffered a high-profile loss to Roman Reigns in the main event. Video footage shows the fan approaching wrestling stars Bayley and AJ Lee in the MGM Grand's public area, phone extended, before Punk's hand suddenly strikes the device, sending it flying to the ground.
"I want an apology—shake my hand—I'm not gonna sue him or put him in jail," the anonymous fan told TMZ Sports. "I just want an apology."
The fan expressed understanding of Punk's emotional state after the WrestleMania defeat, saying he's trying to show the 47-year-old wrestling legend some grace despite the physical altercation.
This represents a significant break for Punk (real name Phil Brooks), as celebrities have faced serious legal consequences for similar actions. Most notably, UFC fighter Conor McGregor was arrested in 2019 for smashing a fan's phone outside a Miami nightclub.
The fan's decision to seek reconciliation rather than retribution highlights an unusual approach to celebrity-fan conflicts, where monetary settlements or criminal charges have become increasingly common outcomes.