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CM Punk has had enough — and heâ€s calling out fans who are crossing the line in a big way.
In a message posted to his Instagram Stories, the WWE star issued a public warning to individuals who have been showing up at airports and hotels just to catch him off guard. Punk didnâ€t sugarcoat it — he made it crystal clear that this type of behavior is not fan support, itâ€s harassment.
“We unfortunately have to have this conversation again,†Punk wrote. “Do not turn up at airports. Do not show up at hotels. I cannot believe I have to say this. DO NOT FOLLOW PEOPLE.â€
Punk went on to say that these repeated invasions of privacy have been addressed before — and that enough is enough.
“Youâ€ve repeatedly been politely told no, respect it,†he continued. “You are not a fan, you are a stalker and will be treated as such. Respect the boundaries. Stop harassing people.â€
This kind of statement isnâ€t new in pro wrestling. Top talent from WWE, AEW, and other promotions have dealt with increasingly aggressive behavior from fans using flight tracking apps, social media tips, and hotel searches to track their every move. What might seem like an innocent autograph opportunity to some has spiraled into full-on privacy breaches.
Wrestlers have shared horror stories over the years — from being followed through security lines at airports to having strangers request their hotel room numbers at the front desk. Some have even been approached at dinner while sitting with their families. Itâ€s become a serious problem that blurs the line between fandom and obsession.
CM Punk, being one of the most well-known figures in the industry, has long dealt with the darker side of fame. But this latest outburst shows the frustration is reaching a boiling point — and heâ€s no longer staying silent.
Should fans respect wrestlers†personal boundaries more? Where is the line between dedication and disrespect? Let us know what you think in the comments.
WWE Superstar CM Punk has once again reminded fans of the importance of privacy with a strongly worded message on social media. Taking to his Instagram Stories, Punk made clear that those who lurk around waiting to accost wrestlers are no better than stalkers.
“We unfortunately have to have this conversation again. Do not turn up at airports. Do not show up at hotels. I cannot believe I have to say this. DO NOT FOLLOW PEOPLE. You’ve repeatedly been politely told no, respect it. You are not a fan, you are a stalker and will be treated as such. Respect the boundaries. Stop harassing people.”
It’s unclear if a specific incident has prompted this message from Punk, but this is not his first time speaking on the matter. In 2024, Punk called out fans waiting at airports for autographs, sharing that they often use their children as ‘shields’ to avoid criticism. Cody Rhodes recently shared that many who wait at airports simply get autographs to sell on for profit.
Punk will mark two years since returning to WWE next month, and has a future World Heavyweight Championship opportunity lined up. While Punk is pleased to represent WWE and appreciates his legion of fans, he has no time for those who take things too far.