Kacy Catanzaro is returning to American Ninja Warrior. Catanzaro confirmed on August 9 that she will appear on the August 11 episode of NBC and Peacock’s American Ninja Warrior, joining the show’s hosts for an episode of the season’s national finals — promotional footage shows her saying “I cannot wait.”
Catanzaro is well-known to ANW viewers: she first competed on the show in season 6 (2014) and remained a regular through 2017. She left competitive ninja in that period when she signed with WWE, where she wrestled under the ring name Katana Chance and spent two years on the main roster before being released in May 2025. Her upcoming ANW role appears to be an on-air analyst position rather than a competitor return, spotlighting her experience both as a former contestant and as a televised performer.
Why this matters
– The appearance marks a visible return to the program that made her a mainstream sports-television figure, and it leverages her direct experience on the course.
– Her TV and performance background in WWE combined with her ANW credentials make her a natural fit for on-air analysis, and this could signal more broadcasting opportunities going forward.
Summary
Kacy Catanzaro will appear as an on-air analyst on the August 11 episode of American Ninja Warrior (NBC/Peacock). She previously competed on the show from 2014–2017, wrestled in WWE as Katana Chance, and was released from WWE in May 2025.
Additional comments and suggestions for coverage
– Note the timeline: ANW regular (2014–2017) → WWE stint as Katana Chance → WWE release in May 2025 → ANW appearance August 11, 2025. That context helps explain the narrative arc of her career returning to a familiar platform.
– For readers interested in tuning in, mention NBC and Peacock airing and the episode being part of the national finals.
– If you expand this into a feature, consider including brief highlights of Catanzaro’s most memorable ANW runs (2014 breakout moments) and any notable WWE matches to show how her public profile evolved.
– A hopeful angle: this appearance gives Catanzaro a chance to reconnect with ANW fans, showcase her expertise, and potentially open a new chapter in sports broadcasting or coaching.