Trick Williams just revealed the real story behind his iconic white boots, the Lemon Pepper Steppers.
While appearing on ESPN’s First Take on February 23, 2026, Trick Williams was asked about the origin of his Lemon Pepper Steppers. And in true Trick fashion, he turned it into a full-on legacy story. He made it clear right away — this isn’t just gear. It’s generational.
“The Lemon Pepper Steppers. Yeah, man, you’ve got to understand — my style’s been passed down from generation to generation. It started with my great uncle. We call him Sweet Baby James. He’s from New York, and he gave me what you call the Lemon Pepper Stepper.”
Trick explained that the boots represent more than fashion — they represent family. And if anyone thought the name was just a catchy phrase, think again.
“When I step in with that high heel and that shiny boot, we take it very serious — because he passed that same boot down to my daddy. We call him Big Bridges. And then he passed it down to me. So when I lace up my Lemon Pepper Steppers, I ain’t playing around. I mean business. You know what I’m saying?”
The boots have become part of Trick’s identity on WWE television — flashy, confident, and unapologetically bold. Now everyone knows they carry meaning beyond the entrance ramp. Between the white mink coat and the Lemon Pepper Steppers, Trick Williams isn’t just stepping onto the main roster — he’s bringing a whole legacy with him.
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