UFC lightweight contender Paddy Pimblett made a surprising and explosive appearance in the newest trailer for ‘Battlefield 6’. This unexpected cameo for the #7-ranked fighter follows his recent stoppage win over Michael Chandler at UFC 314, leaving many to wonder about his involvement in such a massive video game franchise.
While crossover appearances are not unprecedented—Irish superstar Conor McGregor, for instance, featured in Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare (2016)—Pimblett`s inclusion underscores his growing celebrity. One of the UK’s biggest stars, Paddy Pimblett was prominently featured in the official live-action launch trailer for ‘Battlefield 6’, which is set to be released on October 10th.
Paddy Pimblett and Zac Efron`s Dramatic Cameo in `Battlefield 6` Trailer
Pimblett joined a star-studded lineup at the beginning of the video game trailer, which also included Hollywood actor Zac Efron (known for `The Iron Claw`), NBA star Jimmy Butler, and country singer Morgan Wallen. As the group exited a military vehicle, Efron confidently declared, “Showtime.”
Labeled as ‘recon’, the UFC star was seen gripping an assault rifle, personalized with his iconic nickname ‘Paddy The Baddy’ and his birth year, 1995, etched onto it. However, their moment of celebrity glory was fleeting. Just as Efron finished his statement, the entire squad met an unfortunate and sudden end, obliterated by an enemy projectile.
The scene then shifts to another squad of soldiers who walk over the exact spot where Pimblett and his celebrity comrades once stood. One soldier queries, “Who was that?” to which another dismissively replies, “Doesn’t matter. Let’s move.” This dramatic and darkly humorous sequence quickly became a talking point.
Fans React to Paddy Pimblett’s Explosive `Battlefield 6` Cameo
The internet erupted with excitement and amusement over `Paddy The Baddy`s` brief yet memorable appearance in the `Battlefield 6` trailer. Fans were particularly entertained by the trailer`s unexpected twist of dispatching the celebrity cast so quickly.
“Starting off with a celeb cast only to blow them away and to show off realistic soldiers instead is the greatest COD [Call of Duty] diss I’ve seen,” one fan posted on X (formerly Twitter).
“LMAO the celebrities getting iced instantly is so peak,” another fan remarked.
Disbelief and admiration were common themes among reactions, with one fan exclaiming, “No way we got Paddy Pimblett in a Battlefield 6 trailer.” Others simply declared, “Superstar status,” acknowledging Pimblett’s growing presence beyond the octagon. Zac Efron’s fans also chimed in, with one humorously referencing his past roles: “Can’t believe they just obliterated Troy Bolton like that.” The trailer successfully created a buzz, leveraging celebrity power for a memorable, albeit short, impact.
