WWE Hall of Fame 2008

[michiganj24]

Now that 2007 is all set who do you think are the most deserving people left in the usual categories

Main eventer
Either Stone Cold or Mick Foley unless Falir retires before then or they induct someone active. (the only 2 other main eventers form the 80's Savage and Warrior have very bad realtionships and I would not be suprised if they never get in)
Manager
Most of the good ones are already in but maybe a Posthumous nod to Elizabeth either that or Paul Bearer

Tag Team
My top pick would be Demoltion as they were one of teh best for a long time and unlike most tag teams they didnt split up for someone to go on to a great singles career. Other than them LOD

Decased legend
Well the Von Erich family was orginally talked about for this year so I see them next year and maybe Big Boss Man or British Bulldog

Misc Welll they have done most everyone who has anounced on from Vince, to Jesse Ventura, The Brain, Lawler, Ross and Gorrilla (not counting some of the disatsers) but there is one man who may not have done play by play but is still very much the voice of Wrestling and that is the the Fink Howard Finkel

So what does everyone else feel?

[Chaze2k1]

Austin, Foley or Flair are perfect choices, if not one of those then maybe somebody from the 80's era like DiBiase.

Tag Team should be LOD

Manager maybe Dr. of Style Slick or with LOD Paul Ellering

Deceased should be Davey Boy Smith or Owen Hart

Fink is a no brainer for the HOF

[Rabbid Wolverine]

i agree with jerry lawler, i think you should be reitred before you enter the hall of fame.

-so if flair is retired by then, he should be in the hall of fame
-also macho man DESERVES to be in the hall of fame, vince needs to put his ego away before another hall of fame is created and he loses half of his possible candidates
-for a tag team it would have to be LOD or Demolition i agree
-owen hart, british bulldog should easily make it in
-as for a manager i would say slick, he managed quite a few people
-if hebner wasn't scalping merchandise, i would say he should have gone in

[michiganj24]

Doubtful it will be soon barring injury as Falir wants to go out on top and since he likely wont even be on this Wrestlemania he wants to have a big match at next years and will likely retire with that match. So I suppose that will be fine if he is inducted a day before he hangs up the boots and hopefully he wil go out like Trish did not doing a job but being given a fine thank you for all your years of service
Souce:The Wrestling Observer Newsletter
Ric Flair is said to be inducted in the 2008 Hall of Fame

well it seems like he is going to be hanging up his boots soon.

[Shadowmancer]

Next Year, I see, Davey Boy going in being accepted by Harry Smith.
Owen will not go in until his wife allows it. Id have Chris Benoit induct the Dynamite Kid. It would be perfect in regards to the styles and The Dynamite Kid being such a huge influence on Benoit. Induct the Macho Man enough said on that. Induct Jake "The Snake" Roberts. He is someone they should induct to the HOF. Finally, if He retires then Ric Flair. Id also induct Bobby "the Brain" Heenan for being possibly the best manager ever.
So to recap my selections.
-"The British Bulldog" Davey Boy Smith
-"The Dynamite Kid" Tom Billington
-Macho Man Randy Savage
-Jake "The Snake" Roberts
-Bobby "the Brain" Heenan
-Ric Flair(If he Retires)

[The not-so Great Khali]

Wahoo McDaniel - Mainly in the NWA + AWA, he had feuds with Billy Graham, Ric Flair, Greg Valentine, Harley Race, Tully Blanchard, Roddy Piper, Sgt. Slaughter, Ricky Steamboat, Rick Rude, Mr Perfect, Jerry Lawler + Larry Zbyszko. He is compared to Jay Strongbow by critics but they say he is better than Strongbow (who is in the HOF). He is in the WCW + SCW HOFs. He won a total of 43 titles during his career.

Carlitos Colon - He is considered to be the greatest ever wrestler from Puerto Rico. He is also the father of Carlito and Eddie Colon (waiting to be assigned to DSW or OVW). If they induct him then they might use it as a way to push Carlito like when they inducted Randy Orton's Dad and have him feud with Undertaker.

Mae Young - Best known as the manager of The Fabulous Moolah, she has been a champion on 2 occasions. Named in the PWHOF. She has also made several appearances on WWE televison over the years, even having Mark Henry's baby!

Howard Finkel - He has appeared at every WrestleMania and is considered to be one of teh best announcers of all time. He is the longest serving employee of the WWE and is credited for coming up with the name "WrestleMania".

The Von Erichs - One of the best wrestling families of all time. Notable feuds with The Freebirds.

Ric Flair - "The Nature Boy" and a member of The Four Horsemen, a 44-time champion, inducted into the WON + PW HOFs and a Royal Rumble winner.

Road Warriors - Hawk + Animal were one of the best tag teams of all time. Together they won a total of 19 tag titles and also 3 more titles with different partners. Also in the WONHOF.

Stu Hart - Although not much of a wrestler (even though he won 5 titles during his career) he was one of the best trainers/promoters in the business. He is the head of the legendary Hart family + he founded Stampede Wrestling. 7 of his 8 sons went on to become wrestlers and the other became a referee. All 4 of his daughters would marry wrestlers. The more notable members of his family include his sons Bret + Owen Hart, sons-in-law Jim Neidhart + Davey Boy Smith, Grandsons Harry Smith + Teddy Hart + Granddaughter Nattie Neidhart. He also trained the likes of Chris Jericho, Chris Benoit, Justin Credible, Junkyard Dog, Dynamite Kid, "Superstar" Billy Graham, Mark Henry, Jushin Liger, Brian Pillman, Lance Storm, Kid Kash, Greg Valentine, Nikolai Volkoff, Roddy Piper, Bad News Brown + Monty Brown.

[dbr]

Owen Hart, Dynamite Kid and Davey Boy-Smith should be dead certs (with Harry Smith inducting his dad). Natch will only get inducted if he's retired by then; not a fan of Jake Roberts at all I think his style looks too fake (which i'm aware it is but the good ones make it look real). Macho Man was good in is his day so induct him too!

[mork83]

Since they are inducting people who did not necessarily have the bulk (or much) of their careers in the WWF/E (Dusty Rhodes), what about someone like Terry Funk or Harley Race?

Ric Flair is the reporter "main eventer", but I think it's definitely going to be Owen Hart's year too.

Also, when mentioning deceased wrestlers, no one ever mentions Yokozuna. He's a sure thing in the my mind.

[thelcon21]

I think Macho Man needs to be in the Hall of Fame. Also Vince needs to show some love to the Hart Family and put Owen, Stu and the British Bulldog. Maybe he may even get Bret to come to honor his brother.

[Esteban Ochocinco]

Race went in already at Wm 20 I think.
Terry Funk would be awesome, but I think their is too much heat between him and Vince for that to work.

My guess for next year.
If Flair Retires at WM 24
Flair headlines
Arn Anderson, Ole Anderson
I wouldn't put Owen in, simply because of the conflict between Bret and Ric, so i'd go with Ravishing Rick Rude
Jake The Snake Roberts
Howard Finkle
The Doctor of Style Slick

[Lee]

I'd like to see both Owen and the Bulldog go in.

owen because he was just incredible and died for the business, Bulldog because he's the British Bulldog!
As well as Hawk and Animal, though I'm not sure if next year would be for them
Rick flair for sure and I'd love to see Randy Savage and Paul Bearer go in.
NAd I'm going to have to agree with the fink.

[ExtremeIronChef]

I thought Dibiase was already in the HOF?

I'd say Scott Hall because he was one of the best in his prime. He helped revolutionize the business with the nWo. I'd also agree with Jake the Snake and the LOD. Macho Man is a no brainer. Flair needs one more title run before he gets inducted IMO. It would be very nice if Owen Hart gets inducted but for some reason I just don't see it happening anytime soon. British Bulldog is also a no brainer for sure.

[Shando]

A few possibilities -

Ric Flair - He's basically retired anyway
LOD - A great tag team
British Bulldog - Was very surprised he wasn't announced this year
Owen Hart - Long overdue IMO
The Rock - Made a rare appearance a few weeks ago, but he's basically done now

[bingaring]

When thinking of the hall of fame a few names still come to mind that have not yet been inducted.

1. Brutus "The Barber" Beefcake (huge in the 80's)
2. Honky Tonk Man (huge in the 80's and one of the greatest heels of all time)
3. Randy Savage (a given)
4. Demolition (best tag team of all time)
5. King Kong Bundy and Bam Bam Bigelow (again one of the biggest stars of the 80's)
6. Hacksaw Jim Duggan (Might still be around, but a given in my opinion)
7. Ultimate warrior (enough said)
8. Jake Roberts (give a reason why he shouldn't be in)

I could think of many more, but I will leave the list at this for now.

[realblackhart]

I would say Bob Backland, if he isn't in TNA next year
Bruno Sammartino, he is LOOOOOOOOOOOOONG overdue
The Fink Howard Finkel, legendary announcer (still got it)
Owen Hart, if his wife allowed it
LOD, arguably the best tag team in wrestling history
Terry Funk, legendary not only to ECW but the NWA too
Honky Tonk Man, self professed Greatest IC Champ of all time
rick martel (former awa and nwa world champ and wwe intercontinental champ)
Carlos Colon, legendary wrestler in Puerto Rico, multiple title holder

[Prax]

What about Dean Malenko? He's already in the company and he's one of the best small guys and technical guys in the business from the 90s?

Also it would fit in well with a potential Flair theme, which is what I think should happen, as Shockmaster suggested.

[Shadowmancer]

I would like to point out to those who keep bringing up Owen Hart and Bruno Sammartino, there is animosity from certain people close to them (Owens wife) or in the case of Sammartino himself, that have legit beefs with WWE. Until they are given the Okay by these two people both Owen and Bruno will be inducted.

As to my screw up earlier they should induct Stu Hart and have his entire living family Induuct and accept him into the HoF, This would be another way that WWE could repair ties with Bret Hart and the Hart family in General. Leading to Owens induction in 2009.

Ive said it before and will say it again that WWE needs to buy some Land in Stamford and build a real Hall of Fame building, with stuff that is relevant to each Wrestler like having certain items that are from the Wrestler. This would make the Hall more of an accessable thing for fans of Wrestling to travel to and pay respect to the Wrestlers that deserve a spot in the Hall.

[IC25]

I say, induct the 4 Horsemen. All of them, together. No, not Steve McMichael or Chris Benoit (yet) but Flair, Ole, Arn, and Tully. This group is the most elite and iconic collection of individuals in wrestling history. Without the Horsemen, there would have been no nWo, no DX, no Evolution. The modern wrestling "stable" is, at all times, based on the foundation that the Four Horsemen lay down. Also, has there EVER been a better two-man microphone tandem than Ric and Arn. In my opinion, Arn Anderson STILL cuts the best promo in the business.

[Cracker5000]

I believe they are saving Macho Man for WM 25 as that's the 25th anniversaryof WM. Flair is going to be the biggest draw of HOF 2008. Ricky Steamboat anyone?

[marktuphill]

Well the hall of fame needs to be having Macho Man in it. He was legend of the late 80s/ early 90s and in my mind WWE needs to forget the past when it comes to the HOF and induct who deserves to be.
Of course flair allways comes to mind, LOD is a great choice and you can,t forget Owen Hart, Bulldog.

Would like to see the big boss man in there aswell.

[IC25]

I totally agree with the post who claimed they should erect a real building in CT for the Hall. That way, they could have different wings for different Hall of Famers. One wing for heavyweights, one wing for tag teams, one for manager, one for "personalities (JR), and one misc. The same wrestler could technically be inducted for several wings. I wonder - would anyone induct Jack Tunney as the "President" or "commissioner" role in the 90's?

[hgdavid5]

Is Lex Lugar not good enough for the hall of fame? If your going to induct Dusty Rhoades theres no reason not to induct Harley Race. Maybe even Sid or The Rock in 08. I think Vince even has to put Eric Bishoff and Paul E in to for all that they did for wrestling.

[RealDeal07]

The WWE does the right thing with inducting one or two huge stars every year.Otherwise there would be no interest in the HOF.this is my pick for 2008
Macho Man Randy Savage-The Road Warriors-Wahoo McDaniel-Ted Diabese-Howard Finkel-Antonio Inoki.2009-Ric Flair-Ricky Dragon Steamboat-Arn and Tuly Anderson,Tuly Blanchard,Gordon Solie,Bruiser Brody

[JohnWordLifeCena]

My guesses for the HOF 2008 would be Luna Vachon, Chyna, possibly Stone Cold, Faarooq (Ron Simmons), Owen Hart, Rick Steiner, Crash Holly, maybe a tag-team like Mosh and Trasher (The Headbangers)

[Tideman]

I think it would be in poor taste if they waited til '09 to induct Owen being the 10th anniversary and all.. I hope that Martha Hart will just let them do it in 08. Bret I think would go back to induct Owen.. Possible others I think we will see are Flair, Anderson and Blanchard,The Von Erich Family, Slick and either LOD or Demolition.

[Hardcore383]

I would say that Savage and Steamboat should definitely get inducted in the same year. It might be kinda cool if they inducted each other.... On the same wavelegnth, you gotta get Elizabeth in there for the manager. DiBiase should go in just because hes one of the greatest Heels of all time. I agree that Owen should be inducted and by Bret. Also, nobody ever seems to remember to throw Bob Backlunds name in there. He DID hold the title for 6 years.

[TJ2069]

Two guys no one said that i think could make the 08 HOF

Haystacks Calhoun (One of the most loved wrestlers of his time and a clear fan pleaser)

and the other

TAZZ (i was shocked that he wasent put in this year with the restart of ECW but i can see them sending him or Terry Funk a invite for 08.)

[Y 2 Jake]

NO LISTING. Is this in the spam zone? I dont believe it is. So dont spam in it. And now ignore my spammy post. I thank you.

[joyner78]

1. The Original 4 Horseman (The Headliners) - The rumor is that Flair's gonna retire after WM24. (Inducted by HHH and Shawn Michaels).

2. Ron Simmons - 1st African American Heavyweight Champion (Inducted by JBL).

3. Gordon Soile - No disrespect to J.R., but should have been in before J.R. (Inducted by J.R.)

4. Bam Bam Bigelow - The best big man in the business (Inducted by Taz).

5. Terry Funk - Can't say anything, should have been in along time ago. (Inducted by Mick Foley).

6. Road Warriors and Paul Ellering - The best tag team ever (Inducted by Dusty Rhodes).

7. The Von Erics - The first family of wrestling in my opinion (Inducted by Jerry Lawler).

8. Brian Pillman - The father of the cruiserweight division in the united states (Inducted by Stone Cold).


Macho Man and Liz, The Hart Family, The British Bulldogs, Rick Rude, Howard Finkel, Ricky Steamboat, The Million Dollar Man and Demolition probably wouldn't get inducted til WM25.

[TheLoneWolf]

The Outsiders- Kevin Nash and Scott Hall had everlasting impact on wrestling. They should either being inducted as the Outsiders, their WWE nWo characters, or as Razor and Diesel.

The British Bulldog- The greatest Englishmen ever.

The Rock- Since he's retired and all he should be in the HOF. Also, he's probably the second most popular wrestler of all-time behind Hogan.

Howard Finkel- Greatest announcer ever.

Paul Bearer- Managed two of WWE's most popular wrestlers, that being Taker and Kane

Mike Tyson- Hell, they inducted the Frig as celebrity inductee, why not Iron Mike.

[Big Fella]

My guesses for the HOF 2008 would be Luna Vachon, Chyna, possibly Stone Cold, Faarooq (Ron Simmons), Owen Hart, Rick Steiner, Crash Holly, maybe a tag-team like Mosh and Trasher (The Headbangers)

Are you serious?

Stone Cold probably doesn't want to go in.

Rick Steiner, maybe.
Owen Hart, why not?
Farooq, maybe.

Luna Vachon, Chyna, Crash Holly, and Mosh and Trasher? The problem with a WWE HOF is that if you start putting average talents in it, ultimately, every Super Star was on TV from 84-present day will eventually be in.

I like River's list, for the most part. While it is necessary to add big stars from the 80's to keep the induction night popular, real stars from the past like Lou Thesz eventually need to get in as well.

[quietstorm5548]

ricky steamboat ...defenitely belongs in the hall of fame ...even though hogan was too much of a punk to ever give him a title shot...most importantly just based on his match with savage and wm3 alone

[TJ2069]

ricky steamboat ...defenitely belongs in the hall of fame ...even though hogan was too much of a punk to ever give him a title shot...most importantly just based on his match with savage and wm3 alone

Steamboat and Vince are on no speaking terms same as with Randy Savage thats why neither have made the HOF yet and from the sounds of it neither side seems to be caving in anytime soon.

[dlew24]

LOD Flair Demolition British Bulldog Owen Fink Austin Foley and unfortunatly benoit isn't going to be in the HOF just because of all of this.

[TJ2069]

I think Benoit will be in if he didn't kill family

Defintly Flair if he retires

austin and Foley are big possiblities too.

I agree 100% that Chris was a HOF. I would even go as far as saying he could have headlined his class. But its amazing how a sure hall of famer in the matter of a day goes to absolute no chance that he will ever be in the HOF. Just look what the wwe has done on tuesday alone. Removed all his merchindice,removed his pics and profile and even have removed him from his matches he has had on ppv dvds for sale. It looks like the wwe is rubbing themself clean of Chris Benoit

[Æ]

I cant see Austin as a HoF............YET! LOL!
Seriously, he still have plenty to do in the biz (discard wrestling of course...) i think he has 2 more movies in projects, maybe more involvement in some special matches, cutting some crazy shit promos from time to time....and induct him in the HoF is not the right step yet.

I'll go with Farooq(simmons) as the first african american champ, great figure at his time and a very funny guy, loyal to the company.
Frankly i dont know who else, maybe Flair if he retires...oh wait!! Maybe he could sign a renewal for another 5 years, and reign the Cruiserweight division WOOOOOOOO!

The bulldog? mmhhmmm, i would wait a little more, who knows and Vince changes his mind about having a Wrestlemania overseas... how sounds to you: Wrestlemania 26:The British Invasion (cheesy, I know...)
...imagine inducting The Bulldog at the New Wembley Stadium, with more than 90,000 damn proud and enthusiastic English fans! Nut-fucking-house.

[Stosser7799]

Here is my list for the the Hall of Fame:

Randy Savage- this guy has to be in.....I don't care about whose feelings may be hurt but for the sake of the fans this needs to get done. Bret Hart put his personal feelings aside for the fans. This needs to be done and since next year is the 20th anniversary of him winning the title it would be fitting.

Ricky Steamboat- I seriously thought that him and Savage would of gone in this year being it was the 20th anniversary of their legendary match in Detroit, but they can do it this year.

Dick Murdock- One of the toughest men in the business and a great heel

Miss Elizabeth- The first lady of wrestling deserves to be in. She was one of a kind and there has never been another like her since. Could also be a way to help persuade Randy to become involved....he hasn't been the same since Liz's death.

Demolition- One of the most popular teams in the 80's. Had one of the greatest tag matches I can remember with the Harts at Summerslam 90.

Davey Boy Smith- One of the greatest wrestlers to come out of England also one of the most popular....First European Champ, two time I.C. champ and multiple time tag team champ.

Owen Hart- The tradegy of Owen is what could of been....Was on pace to go down has one of the best...Multiple time I.C. Champ and Tag Team Champ. This one is long overdue.

Well this is who i would like to see for next year obviously not all of them are going to be on the "list" for next year. The might wait till Wrestlemania is in Toronto again before putting the Bulldog and Owen in....Wouldn't mind seeing Paul Bearer in as well as been off T.V. for awhile and definitely deserves to be in. Plus we might also get to see the Undertaker break character for once and induct his good friend.

[EPN17]

Ric Flair (though he's a given) - inducted by Triple H and HBK

The RoadWarriors (Greatest tag team in history and from Chicago bitches!!!) - inducted by Animal's son (maybe).

Terry Funk (Lord of the hardcore!) - inducted by Dreamer and Foley

Davey Boy Smith - inducted by his son

Owen Hart (Long overdue) - inducted by Bret Hart

Ricky Steamboat - inducted by Ric Flair

Ron Simmons - inducted by JBL

Chris Benoit (He fucking deserves to be in there) - inducted by Edge, Chavo, and Regal.

Maybe's

Randy Savage - inducted by Hulk Hogan LOL

Demolition (another great tag team) - inducted by ?

Trish Stratus (She is retired now, why not?) - inducted by Torrie Wilson or Victoria

And just curious, since he's gonna retire soon, does anyone think Sting would ever get inducted despite the fact he never wrestled for Vince?

[Hdog684]

Chris Benoit (He fucking deserves to be in there) - inducted by Edge, Chavo, and Regal.


WHAT?!?!?!?!? It's fucking ridiculous to even bring his name into the discussion. Chris Benoit is a murderer. You realize that, don't you? He's not just a murderer, he's a fucking child murderer. HE MURDERED HIS OWN FUCKING SON!!!! How do you not realize that? I am baffled that anybody could have lived under a rock long enough to not know this guy fucking killed his own wife and son. How is that possible? The guy fucking killed his son. And you want him in the Hall of Fame? If I was Edge, Chavo, or Regal and the WWE came up to me and said "We're inducting Benoit into the HOF and we want you to give the induction speech" I'd quit the WWE immediately. If I'm a guy like JR, Lawler, Hogan, Hart, etc. that's already in the HOF and they announce Benoit's going in, I immediately announce that I'm suing the WWE to take me OUT of the Hall of Fame. What a fucking ridiculous thing to say that Benoit deserves to be there. Fucking ridiculous and fucking idiotic. You should be ashamed of yourself.

[Hdog684]

Steamboat and Vince are on no speaking terms same as with Randy Savage thats why neither have made the HOF yet and from the sounds of it neither side seems to be caving in anytime soon.

No, they (Steamboat and Vince) are on fine terms now. Steamboat actually works for the WWE as a road agent and has made several appearances for them. He was in the backstage dance segment at WM 23, he was at Vengeance Night of Champions as a former IC champion, and makes regular appearances as a special guest referee at house shows and on international tours, usually in WWE title matches.

Certainly he's a lock for the Hall of Fame one day, it would seem it's just a matter of time. And with the rumors of Ric Flair being inducted this year and having a retirement match at WM, my dream would be a Flair vs. Steamboat double retirement match at WM. Steamboat suggested a match with Flair at WM 22 but it was nixed.

Besides them, Bruno Sammartino and Randy Savage are worth mentioning because they're absolute locks if they ever get on good terms with WWE, but it remains to be seen if that ever happens. Ultimate Warrior probably belongs in that category as well, but he's certainly not going ot be on good terms with the WWE anytime soon.

Speaking of Savage, I would think Miss Elizabeth certainly has a place if her family or whoever agree to it. If not her than somebody like Davey Boy Smith, Owen Hart, Bam Bam Bigelow, Rick Rude, Yokozuna, somebody like that...not sure they'd want to overload on dead people in one year, but maybe two them.

Ron Simmons, Jake Roberts, Bob Backlund (is he still in TNA?), Ken Patera, Honkytonk Man, the Bushwackers, Ted DiBiase are all good candidates.

On the non-wrestling side Howard Finkel is a lock. Paul Bearer probably goes in eventually, though maybe not until after Undertaker retires so Mark Calaway can induct him.

Since they seem to be putting non-WWE wrestlers (Verne Gagne, Nick Bockwinkel) in lately, I could see Lou Thesz going in.

They also have that celebrity wing, I could see Mr T and Lawrence Taylor (he's undefeated at WrestleMania) going in there eventually, maybe Muhammed Ali.

Anyway, here's my final prediction for the 2008 Class: Rick Flair, Ted DiBiase, Lou Thesz, Gordon Solie, The Bushwackers, Miss Elizabeth, Davey Boy Smith, and Lawrence Taylor.

[EPN17]

WHAT?!?!?!?!? It's fucking ridiculous to even bring his name into the discussion. Chris Benoit is a murderer. You realize that, don't you? He's not just a murderer, he's a fucking child murderer. HE MURDERED HIS OWN FUCKING SON!!!! How do you not realize that? I am baffled that anybody could have lived under a rock long enough to not know this guy fucking killed his own wife and son. How is that possible? The guy fucking killed his son. And you want him in the Hall of Fame? If I was Edge, Chavo, or Regal and the WWE came up to me and said "We're inducting Benoit into the HOF and we want you to give the induction speech" I'd quit the WWE immediately. If I'm a guy like JR, Lawler, Hogan, Hart, etc. that's already in the HOF and they announce Benoit's going in, I immediately announce that I'm suing the WWE to take me OUT of the Hall of Fame. What a fucking ridiculous thing to say that Benoit deserves to be there. Fucking ridiculous and fucking idiotic. You should be ashamed of yourself.

Benoit is a murderer and was also one of the greatest wrestlers in the WWE and unfortunately, he will probably be remembered as the former instead of the latter. But that doesn't mean he doesn't deserve to be inducted (though chances of it happening are microscopic). He does derserve to be in there, a true fucking wrestling would know that. Despite what he did, I'm a Benoit fan and will probably be one till the day I die.

[drmagic326]

Heres My list of inductees:
Barry Windam(sorry if i spelt it wrong): He signed a road agent contract earlier this year and hes a possible inductee.
Ricky Steamboat: also signed a road agent contract this year and also to produce a dvd later in the next year or so.so hes possible.
British Bulldog: Great Wrestler.Legendary and his son is in WWE now so thats who could induct him
Macho Man Randy Savage: Oooooh Yeeah i know him and vince arent on good terms but Vince and bret werent either. so Randy is possible.
Chris Benoit: Say hes a murderer all you want, he still deserves a spot in the hall of fame for what he's done in wrestling.
Owen Hart: Great Technical wrestler, had all the skills along with a great wrestling career. If Martha Hart can just let vince put him in the HOF that would be great.
Brian Pillman: Loose Cannon , Flyin Brian whatever you want to call him he deserves a spot in the HOF
Ric Flair: 30 plus year career in wrestling. 2008 or 2009 will be ric's year
Demolition: The Bill Eadie and Barry Darasow version should be inducted because they built the demolition team to what it is today. plus they were a legendary heel tag-team.

[greenbeast95]

Many great names listed, many terrible names(Head Bangers????).

I have a strong feeling with the release of the Horseman and Von Erich DVD's that they have the best chance.

Many wrestlers who have passed on could go in, including Owen, Bulldog, Rick Rude, Bossman, Bam Bam, Yokozuna, Pillman, or how about Earthquake?

Some 80's guys that need to be in are Ted Dibiase, Ricky Steamboat, Honky Tonk Man, Rick Martel, and Jake Roberts. If Nikolai Volkoff and Big John Studd got in, those 3 should definitely be in. (Nikolai and Studd were both deserving, no disrespect intended.) I do think Savage is deserving but it just isn't going to happen for a while.

I think alot of names mentioned might be too soon, like Rock or Austin. Though deserving of the hall, there are too many great past champions like Bruno, Backlund, Koloff, or Harley Race that need to be recognized first.

Some great tag-teams could go in like the Road Warriors, Demolition, The Koloff's, or how about The Crusher and the Bruiser from AWA? They were the first "Powerhouse" tag team, and argueably one of the most popular teams in the 60's and 70's.

I also believe that someday Sting will get in, and I think that WWE is leaving that door open by how much coverage he gets on the 24/7 shows and how he's never been edited out or not talked about. He'll obviously have to quit TNA for this to happen, but who knows?

[Y 2 Jake]

Names being discussed for induction into the WWE Hall of Fame next year include the Von Erichs, Ted DiBiase, Mae Young, Gordon Solie, Rick Rude, and for the celebrity wing, Bob Uecker. Also, they really want Ric Flair, which has been the plan for a long time now, but both sides are currently on the outs.

Great list. Fuck Ric Flairs induction. I think that retired wrestlers only should be inducted. And the chance of Flair retiring from in ring competition is zero.

I'm really happy about the induction of Rude. It's a long time coming. Anybody who can make Warrior look good is a god in my opinion.

The Von Erichs is an intresting choice. Not because they dont deserve it. The majority of them do. It'll be an empty stage mind. But the fact that there inducting them at a time when everyones talking about drugs in wrestling. And most of them had problems. The fact that three of them shot themselves wont be missed by the media either.

Ted Dibiase is another that should have been inducted years ago. I hope that his induction leads to a managerial return. His son has potential. But he's a bit bland. His father would help him get over.

[San AntonioSon21]

I'm taking the current state of WWE relations into consideration when listing these names and trying to be as realistic as possible. This is who i think will be in the WWE Hall of Fame Class of 2008:

Ric Flair - I think his current situation with WWE will be resolved, and he'll be in a main event level program again before Survivor Series. This will/should be the series that leads into what will be his final match at Wrestlemania 24. Flair has stated he will leave the business behind once he is done and move on with his life. It's only fitting that Flair headline this class and go out the next day and give us one last memorable match at WM 24. (Inducted by Triple H)

Gordon Solie - The "Dean" of wrestling announcers was based for years out of the state of Florida, home of WM24. His contributions to Florida Wrestling, Georgia Championship Wrwestling and finally NWA/Crockett Promotions are immeasurable. There have been other play by play guys more colorful, more youthful, and more exciting - but none were better. Gordon Solie remains the measuring stick and Jim Ross would be the first to admit that. (Inducted by Jim Ross)

The Von Erich Family (Fritz, David, Kevin and Kerry) - This is made much easier, with the recent agreement between the family and WWE. With the impending release of the World Class retrospective DVD later this year, fans will hopefully see their contributions to the business in a different light than just its tragedy. Kevin Von Erich and his mother Doris, are both still alive and able to receive this award on behalf of the family. (Inducted by "Stone Cold" Steve Austin)

Rick Steamboat - One of the great in-ring performers of the last 30 years. I've questioned his passion for the business during the last three decades, but at his best - few were better than Rick Steamboat. As a tag team champion and later World Champion in the NWA, through his memorable run with WWE in the 1980's, Steamboat always embodied class and was the ultimate babyface. (Inducted by Shawn Michaels)

Mil Mascaras - One of the definitive masked wrestlers in Mexico, and the forefather to stars like Jushin Liger and later Rey Mysterio. Like Andre the Giant, Mil Mascaras was a wrestler of the people, traveling all over the world as a main event level attraction in NWA. AWA and WWE as well as Japan and countless international promotions. For those of us that thrill at the exploits of the 619 - it is time for WWE to honor a true original. (Inducted by Rey Mysterio)

Mae Young - This has been rumored every other year, and I'm surprised it hasn't happened already. WWE fans only know her by her comedy bits during the last decade, but she was an accomplished wrestler for decades. She is the only pro wrestler (Male or female) to compete in EIGHT different decades. (Inducted by Fabulous Moolah)

Howard Finkel - Like "Mean Gene" Okerlund, Finkel has been a standard bearer of countless WWE historical moments. One of the most - if not THE most recognizable ring voice in wrestling history. If the HOF will honor men like Okerlund, and Ross for their contributions behind the mic, than this guy has to be honored as well. (Inducted by Gene Okerlund)

Ted Dibiase - The "Million Dollar Man" was a great performer for the NWA, Georgia and MId-South regions for many years, as well as a huge star in Japan. But he reached massive popularity upon his WWE debut in 1987. His run as one of the company's biggest heels lasted nearly 5 years, and he was responsible for some of the biggest moments in WWE history. He is on good terms with WWE, and I think the ceremony wouldn't be complete without inducting one of the marquee stars of the 1980's. (Inducted by JBL)

[San AntonioSon21]

***Don't think it would e a good idea for the Von Erichs to go in this year***

With the upcoming release of the WWE produced Triumph and Tragedy of World Class DVD,the presence of the Von Erichs and World Class footage on WWE 24/7, and the Von Erichs being mentioned more often on WWE shows - I don't see a more ideal time.

This is probably going to be one of the most likely inductions in 2008, if you ask me. I won't call it a LOCK - but it's pretty close.

I think WWE would like to honor them while Doris Von Erich is still alive, so both she and Kevin Von Erich could accept on the families behalf.

In fact, it wouldn't surprise me if this honor was part of the agreement the WWE made with the Von Erichs in relation to acquiring the World Class video library last year.

[TheOneBigWill]

WHAT?!?!?!?!?

I didn't say anything.

It's fucking ridiculous to even bring his name into the discussion.

I'm not 100% sure "ridiculous" is the word that should be used. Unbelieveable, maybe. Unreal, probably. But the man was a GREAT wrestler, & it is the Wrestling Hall of Fame.. so to bring his name in as a mention is not "ridiculous," probably just not advisable at the present time.

Chris Benoit is a murderer. You realize that, don't you?

I've seen a couple news reports, so the thought had crossed my mind once or twice.. at least 2 dozen times for good measure.

He's not just a murderer, he's a fucking child murderer. HE MURDERED HIS OWN FUCKING SON!!!! How do you not realize that? I am baffled that anybody could have lived under a rock long enough to not know this guy fucking killed his own wife and son. How is that possible? The guy fucking killed his son.

You could be a little bit more respectful of the homeless. Not everyone owns a t.v. & even some that do, don't have access to C.N.N. or other cable news channels. And last time I checked, murder is murder.. being a child just makes it worse, it doesn't actually change the crime.

And you want him in the Hall of Fame?

Actually, yes. Again, its the WRESTLING Hall of Fame.. not the "Humanitarian of Fame."

If I was Edge, Chavo, or Regal and the WWE came up to me and said "We're inducting Benoit into the HOF and we want you to give the induction speech" I'd quit the WWE immediately.

I wish I was Edge, personally. Chavo's unofficially only still working there because of his Uncle, & because he's willing to bend over backwards to do whatever for storylines. Regal is a kiss-up. --- Besides all that, I think Quitting is a bit much, you can simply deny it, or turn down the idea of inducting him ya know.

If I'm a guy like JR, Lawler, Hogan, Hart, etc. that's already in the HOF and they announce Benoit's going in, I immediately announce that I'm suing the WWE to take me OUT of the Hall of Fame.

Jim Ross & Jerry Lawler wouldn't do that, because they like making the money they're getting. And they've went along with worse ideas that Vince McMahon has had. I can see Hogan doing something like that, as he's basically out of a job right now & needs to get back in the spotlight, that t.v. show of his isn't doing him huge favors. But for the record, Hogan ran his mouth about all this being Nancy's fault because she was a devil lover, & crap. And Hart? Bret Hart went on t.v. after finding out all the Benoit murder stuff & defended Benoit. I'd think Bret Hart would be a top selection TO induct him.

What a fucking ridiculous thing to say that Benoit deserves to be there. Fucking ridiculous and fucking idiotic. You should be ashamed of yourself.

Actually, this is my best impression of Jake.. I hope he likes it. :lol2:

[San AntonioSon21]

Ultimately, unlike legitimate pro sports, the WWE Hall of Fame is not decided by a committee, but by one man: Vince McMahon.

Far more worthy wrestlers than Benoit, have been omitted thus far from the WWE Hall of Fame based on their frosty relationship with McMahon.

I cannot imagine Vince McMahon knowingly inviting the amount of negative mainstream publicity that would follow, if he chose to honor Chris Benoit with a Hall induction.

I don't think anyone would disagree that Benoit was worthy as a performer.

Unfortunately, the actions of the last 48 hours of his life will be left as his legacy much more than his career as a wrestler.

Despite what we may feel about WWE and McMahon, I sincerely believe he will never honor Chris Benoit in this way.

Even as an ardent fan of Benoit the wrestler - I don't have a problem with it at all.

We have to be able to separate this incident from our feelings as wrestling fans and look at it with objective eyes.

[wwe1581]

I think 2008 should have all of the Horsemen inducted headlined by Nature Boy Ric Flair, Tull Blanchard, Ole & Arn Anderson, J.J. Dillon they could be inducted as a team and all individually as well

Also Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat one of the best ever former NWA Heavyweight Champion, WCW TV Champion, WCW TAg Team Champion, WWE Intercontinental Champion and more

Mike Rotundo was an All American at the University of Syracuse than entered professional wrestling and won the WWE Tag Team Championship with Barry Windham twice in 1985 he later returned to WWE and joined forces with Ted Dibiase and they formed Money Inc. a team which captured the Tag Titles on three occasions

The Von Erich Family which gave so much to the sport of professional wrestling could be inducted as well

[1kj1]

Savage is the defo pick for the fame. It would surprise me to see the ultimate warrior there after his feud withwwe itself. I al respect he doesnt deserve it.Wat a waste he was. Benoit also shot his chances of makn it shame really one of the best for our time. I like the idea of the bulldog and owen hart both inducted by bret and his old man. But they shud induct the legion of doom best tag of all time.

[evdogg311]

I've seen a lot of great suggestions, Owen and Stu Hart, the Bulldog, Rick Rude, and Bam Bam. I think the Bossman is a good choice but not for a few more years. Has anyone suggested Brian Pillman? As for living, I saw one I really liked, the Dragon.. amazing wrestler. Terry Funk was good. Demolition was definitely one of my favorite tag teams as a little kid, just from their music alone. How about Lord Alfred Hayes? or Todd Pettengill? [haha, he was a legend in 1995] The Rock and Stone Cold are good choices too, but I think it's too soon for them yet.

[Freedom 35]

I think 2008 should have all of the Horsemen inducted headlined by Nature Boy Ric Flair, Tull Blanchard, Ole & Arn Anderson, J.J. Dillon they could be inducted as a team and all individually as well


this is actually a good idea but there would be no Ole. Ole Anderson does not have a good relationsip with Vince and when Vince told him he would never work for the WWE again Tully took him at his wordand never will thats why he wasnt in the 4 horseman DVD and thats why he wont be in the hall of fame but the other 4 Flair,Arn,Tully and JJ will probably all be inducted.

Another good option for the HOF who has been talked about and would be good is Gordon Solie this ma was the voice of wrestling in the North and should have been in years ago but at least it looks like he'll be getting in now.

[baz316]

i would like to see STONE COLD STEVE AUSTIN and THE ROCK inducted in to the HALL OF FAME there are no wrestlers today as big as what they were , they deserve to be inducted for all they have achieved i can honestly say that it would make alot of fans very happy.

[San AntonioSon21]

I was reading in a website and they said that chris benoit woulb be inducted next year.....is that true?

I think YOU have a better chance at being inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame next year than Chris Benoit does.

Honestly, I don't think we'll ever see Benoit inducted, for obvious reasons.

With the steroid issue still smoldering in the news, and the "sport" of pro wrestling to be formally investigated by US Congress, the last thing the WWE is going to do publicly is honor Benoit.

It was his death and the tragedy surrounding it that sparked this renewed interest in the first place.

Benoit in the HOF?

Don't hold your breath.

[MR.SCOTT]

I think they should put owen in the hall of fame, and when the time comes which sadly would be never i would like to see benoit in their but it wont happen due to the whole family situation which has ruined an otherwise great career.

My picks for the 2008 hall of fame would be as follows1:

Flair Right time, it would be great leading to a retirement angle
Owen Simply put it has been too long since they should have done this i dont know why they have delayed it for soo long
The Rock Simply put his careers over so why not
British Bulldog this one is for us brits who know that he has lead a storied career and is probably one of the greates uncrowned world british champions that should of been

[sledge450]

The WWE will not induct any BIG men next year, mark my words, They wont want to acknowledge anybody with any links, or who appear to be on juice. They dont want any negative publicity, and ceartinly dont want to be seen as commmending them in any shape or form. I think we will See Ric Flair next year, and many others who are seen as role models for the industry (Steamboat comes to mind, as does Bob Backlund if he isnt with TNA still). Stars like Kerry Von Erich and Brian Pillman, although deserving, might be ignored this year, purely on political reasons.

[Max Power]

I think Steve Austin, Mick Foley, Ric Flair and the Rock should all be inducted into the Hall of Fame this year, but I bet they wait to induct at least 2 of those names until WM25. I think it goes without saying that Savage and Warrior both deserve it. I think Randy likely gets in, and Warrior probably never will since he's an Internet political hero now. Dibiase without a doubt needs to go in to the HOF in Orlando. I live in Otown, hopefully I'll be able to snag some seats.

[thegr8one]

If Flair is inducted this year, look for Arn Anderson or James J Dillion to give the induction speech. For deceased wrestler, I would think Rick Rude would go in this year. I don't see Owen being inducted any time soon, since none of the family would participate. With the WWE purchasing the WCCW tape library I would look for the Von Eric family to go in this year. The Million Dollar man's son is about to be called up from OVW, so they may put his father in as well.

[Sicko]

come on you all know Ultimate Warrior should be in the WWE Hall Of Fame, ok nobody liked him, yeah he is crazy but if you watched wrestling then the man was a great entertainer and during his time only one man was a bigger star and that was Hogan

they should add him but just don't invite him but I don't it will ever happen but no question he should be in

LOL Warrior is the Pete Rose of wrestling LOL

[Wall_of_Jericho]

Got to take into consideration who is on good enough terms with WWE to get inducted. So just forget about guys like Warrior and Savage going in. It's never gonna happen.

My three main inductions would go as follows:

The Four Horsemen: As the showpiece induction of the night, induct all of the original Horsemen. Ric Flair, Tully Blanchard, Ole Anderson, Arn Anderson and JJ Dillon. After getting their DVD it made me realise how good and ahead of their time they were. They paved the way for stables in the business and still to this day IMO they set the standard.

The Legion of Doom: WWE usually like to induct a tag team every year. It's about time the LOD got in. First team to win the WWF, NWA and AWA Tag Team Championships which at the time (late 80's/early 90's) was an incredible achievement. Plus the LOD were able to get bigger pops than the main eventers on the card. That's got to make them Hall of Fame worthy alone.

Ted DiBiase: For me, he is one of the greatest heels in the history of the business, he was the ultimate guy you love to hate. He had that one thing that everyone wants, money. Ted played the gimmick so well as the rich bastard who just wanted to degrade people for money and try to buy his way to success although he had the ability in the ring to back it up.

[biscuitboy]

i would have to agree with the poster above. there will be no big men inducted this year. there is just too much heat at the moment.

Dibiase has to be inducted. He is a great heel and a standup guy. a real role model for anyone watching WWE.

As far as Austin and the Rock go...i think it is just too soon.

[jback]

I dunno who all I would put in but I think Macho Man Randy Savage would be a good pick. He is definetly a legend and was very popular in the 80's/90's. Owen Hart also should get the nod(if he already hasn't). He not only deserves it b/c his life was cut short doing the thing he loved but b/c he was a great wrestler. Thoes are 2 of my pics.

[Bentallica]

Remember, to get in the HoF you need to be on good terms with WWE-which is why they held off with inducting Bret. Here are a few who I think should go in:

RIC FLAIR: This is ONLY if their doing that retirement angle leading up to WMXXIV. On the other hand, Ric's been in the business around 30 years. A shoe in for an eventual induction. Returning the favor from his induction, I could see Roddy Piper (and maybe Arn Anderson) inducting the Nature Boy.

OWEN HART: The Harts and WWE are pretty much at a stalemate right now. They've got two of their own in the company right now, but another just got fired. Honestly, its up to the two sides if their willing (and hopefully they are).
Bret, Harry Smith, and Nattie Neidhart inducting and Owen's wife and children accepting.

Those are the only ones I can actually think of that really deserve it this year. Knowing WWE, they'll throw probably 5 more inductees in, but I can't think of 5 more right now.

[CrazyYugo13]

1-"Ravishing Rick Rude" A great wrestler, an Intercontinental Champion, a great heel, world class guy.

2-"The Legion of Doom" One of the best and most memorable tag teams of all time.

3-"Ted DeBiase" WWF Champion, great wrestler, great man, one of the best heels ever

4-"King Kong Bundy" Great heel

5-"The Nature Boy" Ric Flair Bar none the best wrestler to ever grace the squared circle. 16 time World Champion, one of th ebest at telling stories in the ring, one of the most respected, was the main Champion when the belts actually meant something

[ZCDarrah]

stone cold, Hulk hogan, HBK, and Chris Benoit

Hogan's already in the HoF. And I'm sorry but Benoit isn't going in. Maybe quietly 10 years from now.

My favorite choice for the HoF in 08 would be the Rock. Face the facts, he is done with wrestling, and he did do the right thing. Left on top, didn't hang around like some of the older guys waiting for another run. That would be a HUGE draw to the HOF ceremony. Other top choices for me would be LOD, Ron Simmons, and Rick Rude.

[AhK]

-Flair: only if he has retired at that point, he is the 16 time World Champ, no further reasoning

-Legion of Doom: one of the best if not the best tag team of all time

-If his realtionship with WWE was better Id say Macho Man Randy Savage, but I doubt it will happen. Although, Sheiks realtionship with WWE was not the best either so it might not suprise me to see Macho Man there....someday.

-Stone Cold: Easily one of the biggest attraction WWE ever had. The world went nuts each time that glass shattered on the loudspeaker and if they heard it at the HOF it would be that much bigger.

-I think Owen Hart should be the one in the deceased category seeing that he died first, unfortunately, and it has been quite some time since.

-If we are going to include a manger/valet Im going to have to say Paul Bearer. He was Takers best manager and played the character bettter than I believe anyone else could have.

-And one more...Although Im hardly a fan of this man anymore he did bring electricity to the ring and the atmosphere. He should be inducted along with his greatest rival, Steve Austin, being that The Rock did become one of the biggest names in the company's history. He pretty much acknowledged the fact not too long ago that he wont wrestle again. I find that strange seeing that he hardly ever, if ever, got hurt wrestling and in his movie-making career he has torn muscles and even suffered a heat stroke. But I still say he should be inducted because apparently he is retired from the ring.

[bigshot316]

Jake the Snake Roberts: Best psychologist ever. Amazing mic work and slow burning matches.

Owen Hart: Not because he tragically died, not as a 'favour' to the Harts but simply because he was a fucking LEGEND!!!!

Road Warrior Hawk: He was one half of the Road Warriors! Go figure.

The Rock: Retired, not coming back, undoubtedly will be still mentioned in 50 years time

[Los666]

I think it should be Ric Flair. Hes at the top of the list of wrestlers who have won the most world titles. And hes been wrestling since 1972.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Number_of_World_Heavyweight_title_reigns_in_profes sional_wrestling#ref_a

[MachoFan]

i strongly feel machoman randy savageshould be inducted as he as the total package who had it all, as or managers i think the nod should go to paul bearer or if jc was not with tna he would also be a top canididate as for flair i feel he should be inducted next year as he should go out on top at mania for his ability not just because he got inducted into the hof. other inductees should include the long over due Ted DeBiase there are rumors about him every year and its about time the actually did something. i feel AA should also go in to inducted of course by flair,

i feel attitude era stars suc as rock, austin and foley should be inducted in later classes just because its too early after the attitude era wait til the nex decade for these iductees. there are plenty others to choose from

[Jeremy Dick]

I agree with MachoFan about not inducing Attitude era stars until a few years down the road. There are way too many deserving legends from before that we don't need to start inducting these guys yet. People like Austin and Foley are definitely deserving, don't get me wrong, but I'd say give it another five years at least and use this time to bring in older legends, such as Ted DiBiase, Rick Rude, and Jake Roberts.

[MRDXKLIQNWOWOLFPAC911]

I SAY THE HOF NEED THE FREEBIRDS BEST TRIO MANAGERS WHAT ABOUT JIMMY CORNETTE PAUL HEYMAN ID AGREE WITH PAUL BEARER OR PAUL ELLIERING DEAD WRESTLERS BAM BAM OR DAVEY BOY SMITH OR OWEN HART
I THINK IT SHOULD BE IRRELVENT WEITHER UR WRESTLING STILL OR NOT GIVE THE DYNAMITE KID HIS DUE OR THE DRAGON RICK STEAMBOAT I DONT CARE WHAT ANYONE SAY BENOIT ON HIS ACHIVEMENTS ALONE DESERVES IT:robvandam: :xmen: IT HAS NOTHIN TO DO WITH WHAT HE DID I DONT CONDOANE IT BUT AS A WRESTLER U CANT ARGUE IT OR WHAT ABOUT THE STEINERS OR MIDNIGHT EXPRESS OR TAGS WISE HARLEM HEAT OR LOD

[Rated K for Kennedy... Kennedy!]

I have yet to read any spoilers for the HOF 08 so I'm going to select my picks;

1. Stu Hart- it's a no brainer, WWE constantly uses "he's a pupil of the hart dungeon" to get their guys over, he's done a lot for wrestling, and WWE.

2. Ted Debiase needs to be there, god he was good.

3. Ravishing Rick Rude- would be nice to honour a fallen hero

4. Tag team has to be LOD, and since Animal's brother is head booker it can't be a longtime off.

5. The fink deserves a nod for his service, he was the first employee hired by Vince (according to JR) and he's been at EVERY WM, what more does he have to do???

Some older guys who never really worked WWE

6. Gotta be Terry Funk, the guy has done so much for this business and is revered by younger stars.

I don't think Bulldog will get in, he was never a main eventer and being from the UK I think we as a nation really OVERRATED HIM, but with DH needing a push it might just happen. As long as we dont see The Gobbledegooker or Doink they should pick sensibly.

[sexy_boy]

My ideas for the 2008 hall of fame are:

LOD - This is becaus ehtey were one of the biggest tag teams of the 90s and deserve to be in the HOF!!
Howard Finkel - He deserves to go in the HOF just simply because he has been around for so long and is a great announcer, mania wouldnt be the same without him!!
DaveyBoySmith-Brithish Bulldog - May not have been the main eventer like rock or austin but he was a popular superstar that was loved espicially in the UK that did alot for the business. Deserves a place in the HOF!!
Stu Hart - Without this guy alot of the big names in wrestling wouldnt exisit today!! i agree with Austinairesmark!!!
Paul Bearer - One of the weirdest yet legendary managers of all time helps bring the chilling atmosphere when the deadman cane to the ring!!
Mae Young - She has been known for her sick yet funny mopments but has always been around and desevres a spot in the HOF!
Ric Flair - if he retires then this legend will be the main event of the evening, inducted by arn anderson or HHH!! he has done everything and anything for the business!!

Future years will see the rock stone cold mick foley maybe hopefully chris benoit he shudnt be remebered for what he did in the last hoursof his life but for what he did to the business and how he enetertained the crowds for years!! Owen hart should be in here but his wife has got a right to her opinuon however wrong it is!!

[evdogg311]

I don't think the Rock or Stone Cold or even Foley have been gone long enough to be inducted, but they definitely will be one day.

Main Eventer- Ted DiBiase, one of the best heels of all time. I mean who else would try to buy their world title or a high entrance into the Royal Rumble. Who else could pay Andre the Giant to do his dirty work. He put on classic battles with just about anyone and everyone. And to this day I don't think I've seen very many submission holds that could compare to the Million Dollar Dream. Plus something about the way he dropped that fist still gets me going.

Deceased- There's only one obvious choice for me, since Owen Hart isn't likely to be inducted.. Crush may or may not make it in one of these days, but I think it'd be later rather sooner.. and we all know Benoit may not ever get in, which is just tragic, but obviously they have their reasons. So my vote for the Hall of Fame 2008 Deceased category goes to, the Ravishing One, Rick Rude. Another one of the greatest heels of the last twenty years, and one of the greatest Intercontinental champions of all time. He had classic bouts with Steamboat, Sting and dozens of others.. And he was one of few men who ever put on a decent show with the Ultimate Warrior [which IMO is reason enough.] Plus I'll never forget in the peak of the Monday Night Wars, Rude was the only man who ever managed to be on both shows on the same night, working for both companies.

Female Wrestler/Valet- Sensational Sherri just made one of not only the best women wrestlers, but also heel valets I've ever seen. I'll be honest I'm not quite old enough to remember her wrestling, but I saw her manage greats like Savage, HBK, DiBiase, Harlem Heat, and Shane Douglas in ECW.

Tag Team- There's a ton of classic teams I thought of, but the best choice IMO would have to be Demolition. Personally one of my favorite teams from back in the day, tag team champions, had good runs as faces and heels. Classic matches with the Hart Foundation, The Powers of Pain, The Rockers, and dozens of others.. And without this team I don't see Barry Darsow or Bill Eadie making much of a name for themselves. And yes, I do remember the Repo Man and the golfer gimmick Darsow had in WCW.

And of course the Fink, who was basically the voice of the WWF for 20 years or more. And that's all I have to say about that.

I had tons of great athletes run through my mind, and decided on the names I listed above.. And anyone on the following list I've loved to watch over the years, and have had some and will no doubt one day be in the HOF.. Noteable mentions include:

Rick Martel, Michael Wallstreet, Jake the Snake, Bam Bam Bigelow, Slick, Miss Elizabeth, Ron Simmons, Honky Tonk Man, Yokozuna, Big Bossman, The Barbarian, The Killer Bees, KoKo B. Ware [although i'm not sure if he's retired], the Rougeaus, One Man Gang/Akeem, Bad News Brown, and the Texas Tornado.

[familymark]

i agree with you on the million dollar man he was one of the most awesome wrestlers ive ever seen, we need someone like him in wrestling now. im not positive but i think sensational sherri is already in so how bout woman, sure she wasnt in wrestling for a long time but its a nice way to remember her. I would love to see demolition get in but i think they may be having some problems with vince so i would say no to this year how bout strike force. And its a shame the honkey tonk man isnt in already, i would vote him in anyday.

[hugrad]

I ve always felt these guys should have gotten consideration for the hall of fame sooner than they have:KING KONG BUNDY,Rick Rude, Adrian Adonis
Owen Hart, Davey Boy Smith.
My other guesses would be The Fink Howard Finkel, Ax and Smash of Demolition, Stu Hart, Honky Tonk Man, Terry Funk,Ted White and Im not sure if Jack Tunney got inducted. I thought that later on, WWE may consider the Brooklyn Brawler, Ric Flair, Arn Anderson, Michael Hayes, Lex Luger and Ron Simmons. DAMN!! I forgot YOKOZUNA and Hercules And Hacksaw Jim Duggan. Hercules is questionable.

[hugrad]

The bulldog wasnt really known that well based on his last run in WWE. What he has donein his career, few people can lay claim to:
won a battle royal (few people win battle royals)in 92
won intercontinental title
1st European title holder
multiple tag team champion
hardcore champion
member of Hart Foundation
held 2 titles at once as a dual champion
he main evented a few shows
BUT he was there from the early 80s into the 21st Century..before the Undertaker came around.
He was one of few who i felt gave very well impacted wrestling matches with guys his size and greater. Its a shame when he went to WCW , he had that accident when he was slammed on a secret trap door in the ring and his back never completely healed. He never made it passed 2003

[wateredseeds]

Someone else might have thought of this already, but thought I'd throw it in. I think that everyone that goes to a WWE show should start bringing OWEN HART HALL OF FAME signs with them. After all, I think we all know he deserves it most.

[arvwillnotdie]

Gotta have the Macho Man Randy Savage, he should have been inducted when Hogan was inducted or at least when Bret Hart was inducted. I was so surprised to NOT see the guy get inducted last year. This could cause some heated debate but I think Chris Benoit should get inducted. Chris Benoit the wrestler was one of the best pure wrestlers wrestling has ever seen in the past 10 years. Chris Benoit the murderer is scum. Benoit the wrestler is awesome, Benoit the murderer, NOT AWESOME! hah just getting that straight before someone tries to pick a fight with meh. Mike Awesome, his suicide really came as a complete shock to me. That dude was a behemoth in the ring and his wrestling skills for a big dude was pretty fn impressive considering his size. Owen Hart, and yeah thats really all I'd like to see in next years HOF.

[Enter, Sandman]

I would say Randy Savage and Steve Austin no brainer. for tag team i go with MNM and for deceased wrestler id go with Chris Benoit or bRITISH bULLDOG.
^You know that Nitro/Morrison is still on ECW and is a rising star
Benoit will not be in for a while if at all



Maineventers:
Ric Flair- come on the nature boy, the ladies man, the dirtiest player in the game.
Davey Boy Smith and Owen Heart- the Heart Foundation come on that would be amazing.
Tag Teams
APA- Come on they diserve it, I can here Simmons speech now DAMN
Mangers/Misc
Finkle and Stu Heart

[hbk&triple h]

There are so many people that still need to be inducted but haven't. This year should be the year to induct them.

The main introduction should be Ric Flair. He gets inducted the night before his last match. Perosnally, I think Flair deserves it. There is no doubt that he doesn't. He has done so much in his career and it is finally time to recognize it.

The other main introduction should be Ted DiBiase. The man is great and one of the best heels ever. The Million Dollar Man gimmick was so great considering some of the things they did with that. Definitely time for him to be inducted in there.

Another man that needs to be inducted is Rick Martel. The man was great in the ring and truly doesn't get enough recognition. He would be a great choice.

Bulldog and Owen Hart. They both deserve it so much. Bulldog stayed with the company for so long and was great. Personally, I won't for get the Summerslam match with Bret Hart. Owen Hart was a damn fine wrestler. He was a great heel and even more entertaining then Bret in my eyes.

Rick Rude was fucking amazing and was a great heel. The rivalry with the Warrior was great. He was great and deserves to be in there.

Yokozuna and Bam Bam Bigelow are great choices as well. They are both huge men and were big in the WWE. Both deserve a spot in the Hall of Fame.

[tha-realist]

Managers:

Slick, definitely. In fact, I think he's the only main manager from the 80's who HASN'T been inducted yet (Jimmy Hart was already, wasn't he? If not, then he should be.)

Deceased Wrestlers:

Rick Rude
Yokozuna
British Bulldog (although I never liked him)
Owen Hart

Tag Teams:

As others have noted, Demolition, or LOD. (I'd prefer to see Demolition myself)

Announcers:

Ring announcer Howard Finkel. He was the VOICE of WWE when it came to ring introductions. Nobody did it better.

Retired wrestlers:

Stone Cold should and will be...but I don't think he should be YET.
Macho Man should be. (someone fill me in as to why he's on bad terms with WWE?)
Ultimate Warrior should be (but I don't see that happening for obvious reasons)
Ted DiBiase (The Million Dollar Man) should definitely be.

[FlairFan2003]

I don't see Owen Hart or Davey Boy Smith as Hall Of famers - They were good but not among the greatest of all time. Of course their careers were cut short but that happens.

Savage is a definate - Signing him from Florida was one of the biggest moves McMahon made when building his company national - Next to getting Hogan from the AWA and Piper from NWA this was huge - Savage (along with Hogan) fueled the massive expansion of WWE. He had great wreslemania matches with Hogan and Flair, also competed and won championships in WCW, his feuds with Hogan, Flair, Ted Dibiase, and Ricky Steamboat are the stuff of wrestling legend. Rumor has it he isn't on fond terms with Vince but he deserves to get in.

Road Warriors are no brainers too - Best Tag Team of the modern era, no doubt

Of course, has Bruno Sammartino gone in - I know he definately has bad blood with Vince but lets face it, other than Hogan and Flair, no wrestler since the 1960's deserves HOF status more than Sammartino.

[Undercurrent]

Here is my list of those deserving of the HOF 08 and just the HOF in general despite the year of entry. My apologies if this is long.

Jake The Snake Roberts - Here is a man who is widely regarded as the greatest ring psychologist and promo cutter of all time. His matches were always entertaining, he was a company man putting over people more often than he should have, he trained many wrestlers and also helped many of the heels in the 80's get prepared for Hogan. It's very unfortunate that he's battling his demons but I'm sure Jake shall survive as he's always been a survivor. The wrestlers of today could learn so much from this man. Again the HOF just doesn't feel right without Jake there.

The Macho Man Randy Savage - He is without a doubt one of the greatest in ring performers of all time and to go along with that he had a natural charisma that you are born with. It's difficult to imagine where wrestling would be without him. Whether Vince likes him or not the HOF will always feel incomplete without him.

Mick Foley - I will always consider Mick to be one of the most passionate wrestlers I have ever had the pleasure of watching. He was never one of the best wrestlers around but knew how to put on a very entertaining match. His promo abilities were unbelievable. I would put him at the top right under Jake Roberts. Mick had the natural ability to make us laugh, make us angry, make us think and even bring some tears to our eyes. Mick Foley's HOF speech would be worth the Wrestlemania price of admission alone. He's done so much for wrestling and it's time for wrestling to do something for him.

Ted DiBiase - He had a fantastic character to work with that truly lived up to it's full potential. He cut so many memorable promos and had many enjoyable matches. I'll always consider Ted to be one of the best heels of all time and to go along with that one of the greatest to never hold the World Title.


Tag Teams

LOD - The most dominate tag team in wrestling history. They were so colourful and entertaining to watch. No matter where they wrestled they always had the attention of everyone.

The Hart Foundation - The greatest tag team in the history of professional wrestling. Jim may have not been the best wrestler around but him and Bret had a chemistry that was very unique and great to watch. If they ever do get inducted it won't be for a few years but the sooner the better as they deserve it just as much as any other great tag team.

Deceased

Rick Rude- One of the most underrated wrestlers of all time. This guy knew how to put on one hell of a match and knew how to make us absolutely despise him. I was watching some videos of Rude the other day and though he was never a main eventer, he was truly born to be one. I will always miss him.


Misc

Stu Hart - Stu Hart's Dungeon alone should be inducted into the HOF on it's own along with him. I mean look at the list of wrestlers that Stu trained; Bret, Owen, Lance Storm, Billy Graham, Chris Jericho, Chris Benoit, Curt Hening, Edge etc etc. The list could go on forever. Aside from being the best trainer of all time he founded Stampede Wrestling which was far ahead of it's time and helped out the WWE in multiple ways. Stu Hart belongs in the HOF just as much as Bret.

[pun2003hh]

I don't see Owen Hart or Davey Boy Smith as Hall Of famers - They were good but not among the greatest of all time. Of course their careers were cut short but that happens.

I have to disagree with you on Owen Hart. He is truly one of the greatest wrestlers to never hold a world title.

Here is my list:

Ric Flair - I think this is all but confirmed at this point, but it honestly couldn't go to a more deserving individual.

Macho Man Randy Savage - 2 years ago, I would have said not a chance, due to the hatred between WWE and Savage, but time heels all wounds. And with the Macho Man DVD on the way, I think its time.

Ted DiBiase - One of the most potent and hated heels in the 80s, DiBiase mat skills were always first class, and his promos were top notch. Yes, he was light in the title department, but those of you that feel this is a reason for him not to be inducted, I have one word for you. Piper.

Owen Hart - As I said before, he really is one of the greatest wrestlers to never win a world title (along with Mr Perfect). His matches were always top notch, and he had a huge following before his death.

Legion of Doom - Most dominant tag team during the 80s. Enough said.

Gordon Solie - This one is long over due, and as much as I love JR, Solie should have been in way before JR was. For old timers, Solie was the only voice of wrestling.

If the do a celebrity inductee, my vote would either go to Mr. T or Lawrence Taylor, for both competing at Wrestlemania's.

[NEW_WWE_OWNER]

I would say Bob Backland, if he isn't in TNA next year
Bruno Sammartino, he is LOOOOOOOOOOOOONG overdue
The Fink Howard Finkel, legendary announcer (still got it)
Owen Hart, if his wife allowed it
LOD, arguably the best tag team in wrestling history
Terry Funk, legendary not only to ECW but the NWA too
Honky Tonk Man, self professed Greatest IC Champ of all time
rick martel (former awa and nwa world champ and wwe intercontinental champ)
Carlos Colon, legendary wrestler in Puerto Rico, multiple title holder

I Totally Agree but:
Bruno said on many occasion that he would NEVER accept the HOF due to all of the bad thigns ehwas said about vince.
Also, you have to add Paul Bearer to the list(inducted by brothers of destruction?)
as well as Eric Bischoff because if not for him, the Monday Night Wars would have NEVER taken place to the extent that they did(inducted by either Shane McMahon or a former WCW Superstar like Booker T or ???)
Sting also should get the nod if he jumps ship from TNA to WWE.
Finally, ROCK SCSA(Stone Cold Steve Austin for those playing at home) and Mick Foley who are 3 of the BEST in the buisness in the 1990's and its just a matter of time now until they are sent in.
Finally(this is just a joke but) GOOSE GOSSAGE HA HA HA!!!

[Razz]

Macho Man - Are they releasing the DVD to appease him? I hope so that it works and he agrees. He was many ways the WWE from mid 80's to early 90's only overshadowed by Hogan.

LOD/Roadwarriors - They should have been in their a while ago. Now that it looks like Animal is fully retired it would be good time.

Ted Dibiase - It looks like maybe going in definitely with his good relationship right now with WWE and he is definitely one of the greatest heels and recognizable wrestling characters of all time.

Owen Hart/Stu Hart - If Owen is in this year then why not put Stu in also. Stu is a legend and I think Vince has respect for him from reading Bret's book.

Rick Steamboat - Didn't have the greatest of career in WWE, his match with Macho Man is still one of the best though. They recognize of NWA and other promotions too where he was one of the greatest workers of all time.

Bruno Sammartino - He was the Hogan of WWF before the Hogan era. Does he still have problems with Vince?

Terry Funk - I'm not certain but is he in the WWE hof already? If not he should be in because he is in all other HOF's probably.

Von Erichs - Rumours about this happening it would tie in to the WCCW stuff they have done recently.

Others that should have a chance: Bob Backlund/Tiger Mask/Fabulous FreeBirds/Jake Roberts/Miss Elizabeth/Rick Rude/Rick Martel/King Kong Bundy/British Bulldog/Dynamite Kid/Adrian Adonis/Big Bossman/Bam Bam Bigelow/Warrior(never happen?)

I wouldn't elect Ric Flair till his story line is over. Unless that is indeed his last match at Wrestlemania. Also that rumour Rocky Johnson might be going in since Tony Atlas went last year and if the Rock inducts him that would be great. I wouldn't put Austin/Rock/Foley in yet because I think their still too recent superstars. Passed away stars have exception like Owen.

[blackhart07]

-The LOD should be in this year, they are probally the best team ever in pro wrestling.

-Terry Funk should be in there. I mean do we even have to go over what he has done. From the NWA, WCW, ECW, little stints in WWE, WWWF. all his work in Japan. There is a reason he is the living legend.

-Stu Hart ran the best wresling promotion to come out of Canada. Not to mention trained many great wrestlers ex. Jericho, Benoit, Lance Storm, Bret, Owen, Brian Pillman.

-Owen should be in look at his accomplishments IC champion, tag team champion, european champion, KOTR winner. And thats not counting he was on of the best wrestlers to step foot in the ring. Owen was so gifted and has a great mix of technical wrestling, high flying, and mat work.

The British Bulldog- from teaming with the dynomite kid, to his match with Bret at SS 1992. IC champion, first european champion, tag team champion. a great wrestler.

Yokuzuna- should be in there he was so big in the mid 1990's. And was a good big man. One that could move and had more than 3 moves.

Taz- so people may disagree with me on this but, for anyone who watched the original ECW will agree. Taz was made into a monster in ECW and dominated the company for around three years. He was held that company together for a while. He was a credibile champion to. His work in the WWE will probally overshadow it though. But it is a shot in the dark.

[Cb21097]

I think Vince K. McMahon should be in the HOF. Maybe not this year, but should be in the next few years. He is one of the people who has made WWE what it is today. Shane, Stephanie, and Linda should induct him. Also definitly Stu Hart, Ric Flair, Owen Hart, The Fink,The Anvil, and The Macho Man! C:/Users/Connor Brost/Pictures/4638910.jpg

[Total Impact]

My list would be:

Legion of Doom Road Warrior Animal and Road Warrior Hawk, as they were with out a doubt the Main Event level tag team. You could headline PPV's with this Tag Team so you have to give them credit for that. Plus they held the NWA, AWA, & WWF Tag Team Championship. They gave birth to The Powers of Pain, the Demolition, hell Sting and The Ultimate Warrior. So they have to go in.

Arn Anderson-WCW Tag Team Champion, WCW TV Champion, WWE World Tag Team championships. The enforcer, the main who struck fear in the ehart of many wrestlers over his years in the business. The man who was the backbone of the four horsemen and who broke his back for the business.

Ultimate Warrior- rather you like the guy or not or even how the WWE has made fun of him with the DVD, the Ulitmate Warrior is a name that would have anybody talking and wanting to watch what will teh guy do next. Without a doubt a guy that the WWE made and had some great years as the WWE Champion and I.C. Champion. He was a draw for the company and deserves the honor for a great WWE career.

Owen Hart- without a doubt the most underrated wrestler in WWE history, a main that if wasn't for montreal and his death could of been world champion. a great Tag Team speacilist, King of the Ring, IC Champion, European Champion and a man that made brother vs brother feud the best thing to see in wrestling. He was over rather it was face or heel could make anybody he worked with in the ring look like the greatest. He has to go in.

The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase- The greatest heel in WWE history, I mean who can say they had a longer run as a bad guy than The Million Dolllar Man. King of the ring in 1988. WWE Tag Team Champion, and the man who gave us the Million Dollar Championship and the feud of all-time with Hogan. The legend of the sport of wrestling.

Ricky Steamboat-NWA World Champion, IC Champion, US champion, WCW Tag Team Champion. His matches with Flair are classic and entertaining to this day. His match with Randy Savage at Wrestlemania 3 is a match that is often imitated but never duplicated. He has to be a lock.

The Rock- I mean if anybody was ever to take over the throne as bigger than Hogan, The Rock has taken that on. WWE Champion, WCW Champion, Undisupted Champion, IC Champion, WWE Tag Team Champion, Royal Rumble Winner, Main Evented 5 Wrestlemania's in a row, 15-Austin, 16-Fatal 4 Way, 17-Austin, 18-Hogan, 19-Austin. The man was the most entertaining wrestler ever on the mic rather as a heel or a face and always had a entertaining match. He was part of the attitude era and a man that brought wrestling to Hollywood.

Mick Foley- The Hardcore Icon. He may not be the most Hardcore wrestler in all of wrestling, but for the WWE, he was. WWE Champion, First Hardcore Champion, Tag Team Champion, and the main that made hell in a cell a match that will always live in the minds of wrestling fans. Rather as Mankind, Cactus Jack, or Mick Foley he has been an entertaining wrestler who has been able to leave the stigma of wrestler and became best selling author in who by which I've discuss in my english lit class and got and "A." Foleyl deserves the honor for a man who put his body in the business and left his mind at home.

Over All my list:
Main Attraction: The Rock
Main Attraction: The Legion of Doom
Mick Foley
Ultimate Warrior
Arn Anderson
Million Dollar Man
Rick Steamboat
Owen Hart

[DeadmanInc.]

Owen Hart - He is probably the best wrestler to never have the World Title. He was charismatic and awesome in the ring, a rare combination. He had quite a few classic matches, it's a shame his career was cut short.

Mick Foley - He is more willing to go to extreme lengths to entertain the fans than anyone in the WWE. His Hell in a Cell matches and Hardcore matches are always memorable. He is truly the Hardcore Legend.

Ted DiBiase - I'm surprised that he wasn't inducted already. His gimmick was very entertaining. He's probably one of the greatest Heels of all time.

[Mighty NorCal]

Ted Dibiase...A shock to me he isnt in already, probably one of the top 5 heels of all time, and a personal favorite of mine. Classic feuds, and promos, and some of ths sickest damn theme music ever lol. I really hope they make this decision.

Ric Flair...This could be one for next year I guess, but its obvious guys dont necessarily have to be retired to get in, like JR and the King last year. Of course deserves it as one of the, if not the, greatest wrestler of all time.

Of course Macho Man Randy Savage deserves it, but for whatever reason Vince hates him (or maybe he hates Vince?) so its not happening, or maybe will never happen.

Jake the snake roberts. Awesome face and heel, incredible promos, and one of the most memorable gimmicks for the first boom period.

The British Bulldog...A member of one of the best tag teams of all time, and a part of a lot of exceedingly successfull times and angles, and one of the most beloved superstars during his prime...

I dont belive Owen Hart did anything worthy of being in the hall of fame. Besides the facr that he "died for the buisness" he never did anything of meriting the hall of fame during his carreer.

I dont belive Stone Cold, The Rock, or Foley have been away long enough personally, or are advanced in age enough, to go in this year, they should save them a while IMO...

[milenniumman8]

I wouldn't induct Flair this year. I say induct all 4 members of the original 4 Horsemen together; Flair, Arn and Ole Anderson, and Tully Blanchard. They are gonna hafta start inducting some guys that were more WCW and NWA wrestlers like these guys and like Larry Zybysko. Or how about another group like the Freebirds; Michael Hayes, Terry Gordy and Buddy Roberts?

Jake Roberts and Ted Dibiase should both go in as well, I would even make a case possibly for Lex Luger. Tag Teams like Demolition and LOD. What about Rocky Johnson and have The Rock induct him?

[milenniumman8]

My list would be:

Legion of Doom Road Warrior Animal and Road Warrior Hawk, as they were with out a doubt the Main Event level tag team. You could headline PPV's with this Tag Team so you have to give them credit for that. Plus they held the NWA, AWA, & WWF Tag Team Championship. They gave birth to The Powers of Pain, the Demolition, hell Sting and The Ultimate Warrior. So they have to go in.

Arn Anderson-WCW Tag Team Champion, WCW TV Champion, WWE World Tag Team championships. The enforcer, the main who struck fear in the ehart of many wrestlers over his years in the business. The man who was the backbone of the four horsemen and who broke his back for the business.

Ultimate Warrior- rather you like the guy or not or even how the WWE has made fun of him with the DVD, the Ulitmate Warrior is a name that would have anybody talking and wanting to watch what will teh guy do next. Without a doubt a guy that the WWE made and had some great years as the WWE Champion and I.C. Champion. He was a draw for the company and deserves the honor for a great WWE career.

Owen Hart- without a doubt the most underrated wrestler in WWE history, a main that if wasn't for montreal and his death could of been world champion. a great Tag Team speacilist, King of the Ring, IC Champion, European Champion and a man that made brother vs brother feud the best thing to see in wrestling. He was over rather it was face or heel could make anybody he worked with in the ring look like the greatest. He has to go in.

The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase- The greatest heel in WWE history, I mean who can say they had a longer run as a bad guy than The Million Dolllar Man. King of the ring in 1988. WWE Tag Team Champion, and the man who gave us the Million Dollar Championship and the feud of all-time with Hogan. The legend of the sport of wrestling.

Ricky Steamboat-NWA World Champion, IC Champion, US champion, WCW Tag Team Champion. His matches with Flair are classic and entertaining to this day. His match with Randy Savage at Wrestlemania 3 is a match that is often imitated but never duplicated. He has to be a lock.

The Rock- I mean if anybody was ever to take over the throne as bigger than Hogan, The Rock has taken that on. WWE Champion, WCW Champion, Undisupted Champion, IC Champion, WWE Tag Team Champion, Royal Rumble Winner, Main Evented 5 Wrestlemania's in a row, 15-Austin, 16-Fatal 4 Way, 17-Austin, 18-Hogan, 19-Austin. The man was the most entertaining wrestler ever on the mic rather as a heel or a face and always had a entertaining match. He was part of the attitude era and a man that brought wrestling to Hollywood.

Mick Foley- The Hardcore Icon. He may not be the most Hardcore wrestler in all of wrestling, but for the WWE, he was. WWE Champion, First Hardcore Champion, Tag Team Champion, and the main that made hell in a cell a match that will always live in the minds of wrestling fans. Rather as Mankind, Cactus Jack, or Mick Foley he has been an entertaining wrestler who has been able to leave the stigma of wrestler and became best selling author in who by which I've discuss in my english lit class and got and "A." Foleyl deserves the honor for a man who put his body in the business and left his mind at home.

Over All my list:
Main Attraction: The Rock
Main Attraction: The Legion of Doom
Mick Foley
Ultimate Warrior
Arn Anderson
Million Dollar Man
Rick Steamboat
Owen Hart

You have a great list but its just way too soon for The Rock, Foley, or Austin

I would say for 2008 go with Macho Man, Ted Dibiase, Demolition, Owen and Stu Hart, The Fink, and Slick

Then for 2009 Build the whole Hall of Fame Class around Flair and and his career. I think Arn and Flair defn should go in together, then go with Steamboat, Ole Anderson and Tully Blanchard. and maybe LOD. Make the entire class centered around Flair and his days in the NWA. Then by 2010 guys like Austin, Foley, and Rock would be gone long enough to induct them. I think just like in baseball, football, etc. WWE should make someone wait a certain amount of time before inducting them

[wrestlingfreak_21]

While there are several worthy candidates, the only person in my book who truly, truly, truly deserves to be inducted is Owen Hart. The man was not only a great techical wrestler, but a great sell. Just think what he could have become!!! . He emulated what the business should represents. He stayed away from drugs and alcohol and he was a great family man. The man, in my opinion, died literally for the business. He truly deserves to be honored in such a context. Unfortunately, I think this would take Vince taking responsibility (at least some of it) for what happened.

[Mighty NorCal]

Just think what he could have become!!!

exactly. COULD HAVE BECOME. but he didnt, and never did anything to deserve being in the HALL OF FAME. Its reserved for the best of the best of the best, and Owen is not that. Just becuase he died in an accident, while yes it was extremely tragic, doesnt qualify him for the Hall of fame. Thats to say that every wrestler who ever died of wrestling related reasons ( I would say steroid use is in the same league almost) should be in the hall of fame. He has two classic matches, and they were both with Bret Hart. He had one or two real good years,and they were becuase of being involved in a feud with one of the greatest of all time, Bret Hart. COULD have been really good. er, probably. But never did anything to deserve being in the hall of fame. Just becuase someone dies, doesnt make them great. It just means they were involved in a terrible tragic accident.

[Total Impact]

You have a great list but its just way too soon for The Rock, Foley, or Austin

I would say for 2008 go with Macho Man, Ted Dibiase, Demolition, Owen and Stu Hart, The Fink, and Slick

Then for 2009 Build the whole Hall of Fame Class around Flair and and his career. I think Arn and Flair defn should go in together, then go with Steamboat, Ole Anderson and Tully Blanchard. and maybe LOD. Make the entire class centered around Flair and his days in the NWA. Then by 2010 guys like Austin, Foley, and Rock would be gone long enough to induct them. I think just like in baseball, football, etc. WWE should make someone wait a certain amount of time before inducting them

The Rock is done with wrestling and is never coming back. He is get about 7-10 million a movie, he is never going to wrestle again, as it's not in his blood. He never had areal passsion for the business like he said he had, but he was great and deserves the honor. Plus Eddie G got in,so it's not early for Rock or Foley.

The WWE doesn't have a waiting rule so that's why I think Rock should be in, plus seeing as the WWE only puts guys in that Vince likes, I doubt Macho Man will ever get in. Maybe when Steph is running the company as I heard that Macho and the Billion Dollar Princess have history.

I don't see Stu Hart getting in before Owen, because the WWE wouldn't want Bret doing two inductions in one night, plus some fans have no idea who is stu hart and what he has done for wrestling. Stu may get in, only Bret ok's it.

[blackhart07]

Owen deserves to be in the HOF. He has accomplished more than most people in the HOF.
-4x Tag Team champion
-2x Intercontinental champion
-European Champion
-King Of The Ring 1994
He was one of the top 5 wrestlers from 1994-1998. He was part of the Hart Foundation that tore through 1997. He also had good matches with HBK, Bulldog, and HHH. If Ted Dibiase should be in the HOG so should Owen. Owen has accomplished more than him and alot of other people in the HOF, and that have been nominated. Curt Henning is the perfect example, Owen did more than him was just as good a wreslter. So whats the difference?

[Davi323]

I see the entire Von Erich family being inducted (I wonder what the terms were when Kevin sold the entire World Class tape library to Vince, and let him create a WCCW DVD collection? Think a HOF position might have been discussed? lol)

I see Flair being inducted the day before he retires for good...Lawler still has matches occasionally, so I don't think Flair not being retired for another day should really matter...Have Arn Anderson induct him...shoot...might as well induct all of the original Horsemen, Flair, Arn and Ole Anderson, and Tully Blanchard. There would be no stables without the Horsemen.

Those two are the only locks I can think of, however, some of my choices would be:

Ricky the Dragon Steamboat, not only for his WM3 match with Savage, but the absolute quality of his feud with Flair...
Lord Alfred Hayes (how can he not be in the HOF if both Mean Gene and Heenan are in???)
Everyone's sentimental pick, the Macho Man Randy Savage (Vince, Randy, GET OVER YOUR GRUDGES WITH EACH OTHER AND DO THE RIGHT THING!)
Maybe Ravishing Rick Rude? Not completely sold on him, but if Curt Hennig can make it, so should Rude.

And finally, even though he refuses to have anything to do with the WWE anymore, and that refusal is why he wasn't a charter member of the HOF with Andre the Giant, I really do hope that eventually Bruno Sammartino takes his place in the HOF. Nobody alive deserves to be there more than Bruno.

[MR.DERP]

Savage Is Who I Want To See Go In This Year. Why Does Vince Hate Him So Much ? All I Know Is He Left As A Commentator To Wrestle In Wcw. People Seem To Have Done A Lot Worse To Vince And Were Welcomed Back.
You Should Defentley Have To Be Retired To Be In The Hall Of Fame. The 2007 Hall Of Fame Had A Real Bad Feel To It. I Hope They Do A Less Cheesey Job This Year. I'm All For Demolition Going In. They Weren't Super Great Wrestlers Or Anything But They Were My Favorite Tag Team When I Was A Kid.
Other Picks For This Year
Ivan Koloff
Gordon Solie
Rick Rude
Rick Martel
T.l. Hopper (ha Ha)

[hammondegger3]

I'm only going to put the in-ring talent because The Fink and/or Elizabeth should be going in soon. I think you should take 1 great main-eventer, 1 great tagteam, and 1 great who spent a majority of their career in WWE, 1 from NWA/WCW and 1 from the AWA. I know my suggestions will be impossible inductees because they don't fit Vince McMahon's revisionist history, but here they are any way.
1 Ric Flair if he retires, otherwise Sting whom I believe to be retired
2 The Road Warriors. It's a no-brainer, they dominated the tag team rankings for years.
3 Bob Backlund. He was at the RAW 15th anniversery, so maybe
4 Lex Luger. Love him or hate him this guy was pushed heavily in the 80s & 90's
5 Greg Gagne. He was not as good as Verne, but he was in the AWA for years and was 1 of their top stars.
I'm giving these suggestions based on what we where given to watch, not an (oh this guy was so good even though he was never given a title or in the main event).

[Grymes]

I've heard that Flair is suppose to be enducted into the Hall of Fame this year. Hense the angle of Flair retiring.. But I don't know. I agree with hammondegger3 in having the Road Warriors in there cuz they were a great team that paved the way for great teams after them. I think they should induct Owen Hart at some point cuz he simply was one of the greatest and he was very underrated before he died. Even tho I don't see it happening any time soon, Randy Savage has had great enough matches for him to be in. I also wouldn't mind seeing The Fink & maybe Paul Bearer in there as well.

[Scrapyard Ape]

Who to put in the HoF? Tough call. There are many who deserve the honor, and many who I would like to see in. I'm just going to name a bunch of names and what I see as their chances of getting in this year....

Jake Roberts: Highly unlikely for this year. He is still in rehab and I think the company wants to see how well he does after leaving rehab before making an induction.

Ted DiBiase: Likely. He is on very good terms with Vince McMahon and the WWE. His induction would be an excellent choice IMO.

Ric Flair: Take it to the bank... he is going in this year. No more need be said.

Gordon Solie: Possible. Dusty Rhodes and Jim Ross are pushing hard for Solie's induction. The festivities being in Florida would make this a strong choice too. Two big obstacles though... Solie never spoke well of Vince and the WWE wants to limit the number of posthumous inductions to one per year.

Eddie Graham: Possible. A good alternate to Solie for a Florida connected induction. Biggest plus on his side is he collaborated closely with Vince Sr. many times on joint promotions and talent loans. Biggest drawback is once again the "one posthumous induction per year" guideline that the WWE wants to follow.

Percy Pringle/Paul Bearer: Possible. One of the most prominent WWE managers not yet in the HoF. On good terms with the company too, which is a plus.

Bob Backlund: Unlikely. He has had differences with WWE for some time and refused offers of induction. His recent appearance on RAW signals a thawing of relations though... Maybe next year is his time.

Rick Steamboat: Likely. On good terms with WWE and putting him in alongside Flair would be an excellent move.

Owen Hart: Highly unlikely. His widow won't allow this for the foreseeable future. But if Bret and Vince could mend their differences, perhaps someday Vince and Owen's wife can too.

Randy Savage: Highly unlikely. Still a lot of bad blood here. I don't see this changing anytime soon.

Bruno Sammartino: Not going to happen. He has refused induction several times already and I don't see him and Vince coming to terms... ever.

Rocky Johnson and Pete Maivia: Very Likely. This was supposed to happen last year. Scheduling conflicts prevented The Rock from inducting his father and grandfather into the Hall and it was postponed until this year. Again the only thing holding this up is Dwayne's schedule.


There are so many more... just don't have the time to get to them all right now.

[carbondioxide830]

For the main attraction, alongside Ric Flair (if he is indeed inducted) I would like to see Jake the Snake Roberts; at one time he was top 3 in the business imo.

Miss Elizabeth deserves to be in it as a manager (and it would also take care of the female inductee as they usually have one a year).

The entire Von Erich family needs to be inducted as well.

As far as announcers, since I'm not all that familiar with Gordon Solie, I'll have to say Todd Petengale (jk).

The Million Dollar Man needs to be inducted and what about the greatest IC Champion of all time, the Honky Tonk Man?

[Lord Maniax]

I do not think that Rick Flair should be in the Hall of fame yet... They have been talking about the qualifications for induction. One of the first ones that they talked about was that they should not have been in the ring as a wrestling entertainer for 2 years. This was the sugect of a debate a couple years ago for a candidate that was suggested. (I forget who it was.) They had to postpone for a year because he had just retired and would have to wait a year.. I 'm sure i could remeber if I looked but that is not the point. Flair is still on the active roster if not in a modified timetable. The Hall of Fame is for the RETIRED and semi-retired.

Actually I think it was the induction of Eddie Guerrero. He had just died and the debate was if they should wait the 2 years.

[Y 2 Jake]

Everyone knew that Flair was going to be inducted. But because of the storyline it doesn't make any sense. Vince introduced the if you lose you retire angle. So why would he reward whim with a HOF spot? It doesn't make any sense at all. It's Vinces company, and he doesn't like Flair. Anyway because of the storyline it is stupid.

As for real life. Meh. He's deserving. Without a doubt. But he isn't going to retire. So it won't be as big a deal as it should be. Bret Hart's induction was a big deal, even Hogan's was. But within a few months Flair will probably be back wrestling full time again. He isn't evene a special attraction like Hogan.

[realchamp22]

It's Vinces company, and he doesn't like Flair

where the hell did you get that from, Vince would have fired him a long time ago if he didn't like him

i think its awesome that Flair is being inducted this year (the first active wrestlers in history) and he will definately retire after WM hes so injured he can barely stand and this way he goes out with a bang :flair:

[hbk19881]

there is talk that Rocky johnson (the father of the rock ) will be inducted and the rock's grandfather 2 but im not sure

[Curry Man]

Yeah, the Rock and his father are supposedly in for HoF, but they don't want to dwell on the dead wrestlers (Rocky Johnson being dead now, RIP), and make the HoF grim....

As for Randy Savage, he's never gonna be inducted. I think his rap CD killed his chances.

[Scrapyard Ape]

Yeah, the Rock and his father are supposedly in for HoF, but they don't want to dwell on the dead wrestlers (Rocky Johnson being dead now, RIP), and make the HoF grim....
Rocky Johnson and Pete Maivia were both slated for induction last year. The plan was to have the Rock do the honors, but his schedule was in conflict with the ceremony.... so everything was postponed.


As for Randy Savage, he's never gonna be inducted. I think his rap CD killed his chances.
Not anytime soon, that is for sure... but I'll not say "never" in Savage's case. Yeah, there is bad blood here, but if Vince and Bret can come to terms on the HoF, then a thawing of relations with Savage is not out of the question. The only person I'll say will NEVER get in is Bruno Sammartino. He has turned down numerous offers to go into the HoF and I don't see him ever accepting any in the future.

[Y 2 Jake]

where the hell did you get that from, Vince would have fired him a long time ago if he didn't like him


Storyline obviously. Why did Vince impose the you lose you retire thing to Flair? I'm not talking about in real life you dumb twat.

Not that it would matter. If somebody made money for Vince he'd keep them anyway. It wouldn't matter if he didn't get on with them. I can hardly imagine him and Hogan are best friends, yet they always work together. See?

[Y 2 Jake]

Peter Maivia & Rocky Johnson. Deserving? Sure, I guess. But it's all but a ploy to get The Rock on WWE TV again. If anybody thinks differently then they are naive. WWE probably think ''Hey if he's in town for the HOF, then maybe we can get him involved at Mania''

[TheOneBigWill]

Peter Maivia & Rocky Johnson. Deserving? Sure, I guess. But it's all but a ploy to get The Rock on WWE TV again. If anybody thinks differently then they are naive. WWE probably think ''Hey if he's in town for the HOF, then maybe we can get him involved at Mania''

This was a pathetic move, in my opinion. What are they deserving of? Rocky Johnson along with Atlas were the first African American Tag Team Champions. Pssh.. it was a nice hill to climb, but I don't know. And Peter Maivia.. whats he even getting put in for? Because of his background?

I guess next year Doink will end up being inducted for following his dream of being a circus act. And Duke "The Dumpster" will follow after that for being the first Garbage man to wrestle. :rolleyes:

You hit the nail on the head, and the second I seen them pop up.. I asked myself.. "Would The Rock induct them?" then my question was answered at the very end. This is likely going to be the biggest moment in Hall of Fame history where the guy inducting the Superstars gets more airtime to speak, and more fan ovation then the actual inductees.

[blackhart07]

Agreed the WWE is way to biased when it comes to this. Look at the legends who havnt been inducted. The Funks, Briscos, Stu Hart, Rick Rude, none of the Von Erics, Howard Finkel. I mean come even guys like Eric Bishoff and Paul Heyman should be inducted look what they did when they were in wrestling. I think the WWE is missing the point of the HOF it should be people that deserve to be in no matter if there on bad terms or not.

[Steamboat Ricky]

I think the WWE is missing the point of the HOF it should be people that deserve to be in no matter if there on bad terms or not.

Really? Last I checked, the most famous sports hall of fame in the world, The National Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, NY, has practiced this for years.

It started in 1919 with the banning of "Shoeless" Joe Jackson who was part of the Chicago Black Sox scandal. He was charged with cooperating with those who conspired to lose the 1919 World Series on purpose. Because of his banning from baseball, Joe Jackson has never been inducted to the Hall, despite being regarded as one of the greatest players of all time.

The most popular Hall of Fame "snub" goes to WWE Hall of Famer Pete Rose. Despite being arguably the best hitter and hustler (hard worker) of all-time, Rose was banned from baseball because he gambled on games during his tenure as manager of the Cincinnati Reds. Subsequently, he was left out of the Hall.

Mark McGwire - He'll probably never get in because of his responses to steroid accusations at a Congressional hearing.

Rafael Palmiero - He definitely has the numbers to make the Hall, but his involvement in the steroid scandal will likely keep him out.

Sammy Sosa - See Rafael Palmiero.

Barry Bonds - The most prolific home run hitter of all time and the most hated player in baseball history (arguably), Bonds has about a 0% chance of making the Hall. He has the most home runs of all time, but his involvement in the steroid scandal trumps that feat.

Roger Clemens - See Barry Bonds (replace home runs with pitching stats).


So, the Hall of Fame, according to Vince's design, doesn't really differ much from the benchmark for Halls of Fame. The most statistically deserving individuals are often left out for more "acceptable" names. Although, Vince inducted Bret Hart. And Jesse Ventura. And Hogan. All of which had heat with Vince in the past. So, don't get so bent out of shape about certain guys not getting in. They will at some point, if history repeats itself.

[Canadian Knight]

The WWE HOF should respect all those who impacted the WWE. But let's face it they put in only those that are on top. They put Eddie Guerro (sorry I spelt it wrong) in the first year! I mean he was a great wrestler but to put him in the first year? We will be lucky to see Warrior or Benoit years from now. I mean twenty years.

[Freedom 35]

what the WWE fucked up with was inducting Dusty Rhodes last year instead of this year. Dusty Rhodes probably the biggest draw in Florida in wrestling history gets inducted in Detroit? when they could induct him in Florida, that would be epic and hed get a tremendous reception and would make the HOF induction a big deal around there when really its just seen as a half assed pre Wrestlemania ceremony. but meh the HOF hardly means anything anyways

[Scrapyard Ape]

what the WWE fucked up with was inducting Dusty Rhodes last year instead of this year. Dusty Rhodes probably the biggest draw in Florida in wrestling history gets inducted in Detroit? when they could induct him in Florida, that would be epic and hed get a tremendous reception and would make the HOF induction a big deal around there when really its just seen as a half assed pre Wrestlemania ceremony. but meh the HOF hardly means anything anyways
No "probably" about it... Rhodes was THE biggest draw in Florida. He owned this state. The only ones who approached him in terms of drawing power were the Briscoes in the 70's and Kevin Sullivan in the early to mid 80's.

Should the WWE have waited till this year? Yeah. But that is in the past and nothing can change it. I'm still hoping that Solie gets in this year, but am not very optimistic.

[Y 2 Jake]

Jake Roberts is apparently gong to be onducted this year. He's deserving. But do WWE really want to draw attention to somebody like him?

On the other hand I can't wait to see him in a crusty suit doing a pissed up acceptance speech. It'll be awesome. especially if he comes with Scott Hall. Those two will have a right ol' good time.

[mark4life]

I understand that Mania is gonna be in the sunshine state & along with the HOF, some of the inductees will be Florida themed( Eddie Graham, Brisco, Solie). Those are good choices along with Rocky Johnson & Peter Maivia & Mae Young. Personally I would like to see Owen Hart, British Bulldog, & Brian Pillman in there. As well as Ricky Steamboat. One I would like to see in there but God knows its a long shot and that is Randy Savage. Hell, if Bret can get in there, why can't lightning strike twice!

[Agrex]

So far the wrestlers that are getting inducted are Ric Falir, Peter Maiva, Rocky Johnson, and Mae Young. This looks to be a desrving group of people for the hall of Fame this year. The one thing that really bothers me, and had been said before is that Dusty Rhodes should have been inducted this year, not the previous one. It would make much more sense, but what do I know.

I would love to see Chris Benoit in the HOF, but it will not happen. WWE would get very bad feedback. That's the problem, Benoit the wrestler should be put in the HOF, Benoit the person should burn in hell. Anyway, I would like to see it happen, but with WWE I'm almost 100% sure it won't.

[Toliettroll90210]

uhhh My thinkin I think Miss elizabeth should be for the Dead Inductee. Jake the Snake Needs to be Sober and Clean a few years before the WWE even thinks about letting him into the HOF. JUST MY OWN OPTION!

THANKS!

[Y 2 Jake]

Have Mark and Jay Briscoe really done enough in wrestling to deserve a spot in the HOF? I find them entertaining, but how long have they really been wrestling for? Since about 2002 or something. Undeserving in my opinion.

I keed.

Jack and Jerry are deserving. But most WWE fans will remember one as a stooge. I doubt they'll get much of a reaction. People will be waiting for the real inductees, and The Rock. Deserving, but filler.

[matman8540]

If anyone deserves to be in the announcer's wing of the Hall of Fame, it's Gordon Solie. Besides, so far, the WWE Hall of Famers are almost in the comedy category. Namely because most people will remember Jerry Brisco and Mae Young as "mr. mcmahon's" personal jesters. But, the main eventer who should get in, is Randy Savage.

[wrestlingfreak_21]

Benoit is a murderer and was also one of the greatest wrestlers in the WWE and unfortunately, he will probably be remembered as the former instead of the latter. But that doesn't mean he doesn't deserve to be inducted (though chances of it happening are microscopic). He does derserve to be in there, a true fucking wrestling would know that. Despite what he did, I'm a Benoit fan and will probably be one till the day I die.

I think Benoit has a better chance of being inducted into the Hall of Fame someday now that the study on his brain came out. With Vince's reaction on t.v., though, I doubt it will ever happen.

[wrestlingfreak_21]

Everyone knew that Flair was going to be inducted. But because of the storyline it doesn't make any sense. Vince introduced the if you lose you retire angle. So why would he reward whim with a HOF spot? It doesn't make any sense at all. It's Vinces company, and he doesn't like Flair. Anyway because of the storyline it is stupid.

As for real life. Meh. He's deserving. Without a doubt. But he isn't going to retire. So it won't be as big a deal as it should be. Bret Hart's induction was a big deal, even Hogan's was. But within a few months Flair will probably be back wrestling full time again. He isn't evene a special attraction like Hogan.

This whole storyline and HOF induction shows to me that Flair will most likely lose this year. Flair is getting up there in age. His body can't hold up for much longer. And with someone with Flair's caliber, there is no place to BUT Wrestlemania to go out at.

[Y 2 Jake]

Getting up there in age? The guy is in his 60's. He's been up there for the past decade, maybe more. The guy is useless. People won't remember the great Ric Flair from the 70's and early 80's. They'll remember the balding, flabby Ric Flair of today. The Ric Flair who is a total embarrassment to himself, the fans and the company he works for.

[bryanskrantz]

I really hope that Gordon Solie does get into the Hall of fame. I saw a bunch of his shows on WWE 24/7 on Demand also he's the one who coined the phrase" HE'S DAWNED THE PROVERBIAL CRIMSON MASK!

[supcos2]

So far there seems to be quite a lacklustre year as they're building the Hall of Fame around Ric Flair and The Rock's family so they can get the great one at the ceremony. Also Mae Young and Gerry Briscoe are both contracted to the company so they were easy choices and then they seem to have thrown Jack Briscoe in so they can be the tag team and finally Eddie Graham. I'm not saying that all of these people aren't deserving of our respect but apart from Flair there's No really whereas if you look at WM20-21 you had Hogan, Piper, Harley Race, Tito Santana, Big John Studd, Heenan, Paul Orndorff, Jimmy Hart and more. I wouldn't be surpsised if the final inductee was a celebrity and more likely a boxer as they've got Mayweather Vs Big Show, Joe Frazier is the most likely candidate but they've got enough boxers who've worked with them over the year or the other option is Mr. T who worked a boxing match at WM2.
I'm guessing the Big Names are being inducted at the 25th WM which is kind of the anniversary. Here I bet we'll see Randy Savage, Ricky Steamboat, Ted Diabse, Bob Backlund and possibly a posthumous entry for Owen Hart.

[Total Impact]

I think this has to be the the worst class of WWE hall of fame ever as no one on the list had made their true mark in the WWE. The Brisco's NWA Florida, Mae Young Around the world, Eddie Graham Florida and didn't he kill himself?, Gordon Solie NWA Georgia, Florida, WCW, Peter Mavia NWA San Fransico, Rocky Johnson Memphis, Florida, Ric Flair NWA & WCW. I think this year's class is the worst and that the WWE couldn't put some of its greats in as they are all dead or on bad terms with the WWE. I mean if we wanted to see some of the greats in the Hall of fame from the WWE era, it would sad as it would be like being at a funeral.

[ATTITUDEERA4EVER]

It was great seeing the Rock come back, saying all of his catchphrases, and making fun of coach, cena, and santino (finally). I got goosebumps when he did his peoples elbow taunt, when the people were chanting "1 more match".

I just don't know why orton looked so pissed off?

[kenvin100]

Orton was prolly in character..but there were lots of ppl attacking the rock..or making fun of him i guess lol

from ric flair, to dusty rhodes, to triple h lol..The Dwayne!

The only thing I wish is to see the whole ceremony, From Start To Finish..no cuts! I wanna see Flair jab Hogan and say AUSTIN is the best lol


and to the guy who thinks Benoit will be in the HOF..I highly doubt that'll ever happen, WWE avoided the whole Benoit scenario and is still trying to clear Benoit completely!

[twiztid_lestat]

Its insane, I was in tears during flairs speech. Young kids that only know the attitude era have NO IDEA what they missed with Ric Flair. He is a LEGEND.

This is insane, I swear I cant believe that hes gone.

Flair eclipsed Hogan in EVERY way. And I cant wait to see him go against HBK, A classic in waiting.

By the way. The Rock, ONE MORE MATCH. Austin/Rock V at wrestlemania 25!11

[kenvin100]

hmm Ya I would like that: Austin-ROCK IV..hey may they can go up to 5 and release the Rock-Austin Series (jokes)

Interesting to see that the Rock would like to face HBK, Mysterio, and...CENA??? I get ROCK/HBK, I wanna see that. I know Mysterio is heavily underrated for his work! But Cena? He has the physique but that's all he's had. I know the Rock ain't the best wrestler but at least he's got microphone skills to back him up..but Cena doesnt have that?

[gnr_801]

If i remember correctly, the rock himself said he would never wrestle michaels...mmm.
Anyways, it was great to see the great one return, even if it was for just one night only.

[kenvin100]

Well apparantly, his part was long and they cut that part out. I read the parts that were not televisised..lots of shots against the Rock. Rock prolly didnt care since he's making a heck of a lot more money making crummy movies, then oh I dont know a 60 year old man take a terrible fall from a ladder..WWE may have fake story lines, and planned out moves, but golly those stunts hurt! As Brock Lesnar states: "The ring isn't a California king sized bed." These guys take terrible bumps all year with no break. Rock can star in Doom and make a good million out of it. Funny how Flair said Cena will never leave for Hollywood, makes sense cause I honestly dont believe Hollywood wants him!

If these guys were given an option to go for Hollywood, and NO I dont mean these crappy WWE movies, they will leave in a day! Guaranteed! Its common sense. Its not like I'm saying the Rock will win an Oscar but he's doing much better right now, even if his movies barely beat the crap WWE comes up with