Columbia declares May 12 as Trick Williams Day
Summary
– Trick Williams was honored with Trick Williams Day in Columbia, South Carolina
– The recognition came after his breakout WWE run and United States Championship win
– Williams thanked Hamilton Grant while promoting WWE SmackDown at Colonial Life Arena
Trick Williams has added another major honor to his fast-rising WWE career.
Williams revealed on Instagram on May 12, 2026, that Columbia, South Carolina, officially declared May 12 as Trick Williams Day. The announcement came as his momentum continues to grow following his SmackDown call-up and United States Championship victory over Sami Zayn at WrestleMania 42.
Williams thanked South Carolina House of Representatives member Hamilton Grant for helping make the recognition happen. He also used the moment to promote this week’s WWE SmackDown at Colonial Life Arena, encouraging fans to wear all white.
Grant appeared in the video and said all 124 members of the South Carolina House of Representatives approved the honor. He said the resolution was meant to show appreciation for what Williams means to the state.
The recognition adds another milestone to Williams’ breakout year. WWE has positioned him strongly since his move to SmackDown, and his United States Championship win gave him one of the biggest moments of his career.
With Trick Williams Day now official in Columbia, South Carolina, Williams has another sign that his popularity is reaching beyond WWE television.
