WWE 2012 Hall Of Fame *OFFICIAL THREAD* - KEEP IT ALL IN HERE!

[Shamar James]

Now I think this could be great idea. WWE has been planning for this to be the biggest WM of all time. So I think that with this class, this could be the biggest HOF ceremony of all time. And it makes sense because all three represent the different eras of the WWE (Randy Savage: 80's WWF, The Rock: 90's Attitude Era, Edge 00's New Millennium). Here's why they should be inducted.

Randy Savage
Should be a lock seeing as this should've happened years ago & now he's wrestling in the squared circle up in the sky.

The Rock
WM28 is in his homewtown this year, so he should be inducted like Stone Cold was. Also, he's the goddamn Rock. Possibly the biggest superstar in wrestling history.

Edge
This one might have some arguements since while he's had great moments & matches in the 90's he's more known for his work in the past decade. But seeing how he's had so many memorable moments in that timespan, I think he should be inducted by none other than Christian. Also, this would make Edge the first wrestler from this generation to make it to the Hall of Fame.

So what do you think?

 

[DirtyJosé]

Randy should definitely get an invite. There's just nothing else to say about it really. Oh, well, I do remember reading parts of his family not being hot on the idea, but then again I can't recall if that was about him specifically or about his father and brother. Oh well.

Rocky makes sense too, since he's going to be there anyway. Also, now that the Stone Cold induction out of the way, it's time for the other heavyweight of the Attitude Era to shine.

Edge I'm not so sure about. It's a little soon. Give it a few years. More importantly, Edge kinda deserves to be the spotlight induction of whatever class he's in, so if they do go the route with inducting The Rock, inducting Edge at the same time is kinda jiffing the guy a bit.

As for my own suggestion for this year, I'd say Road Dogg. Yes, him. Hear me out: you need filler for these kind of things, but filler that will also turn heads a bit. Road Dogg just signed back up with WWE again as an agent and praises are being sung about him in that regard. He played a bigger part than most back in his day and age, and now that he's no longer tainted by being in TNA or floating around the indies, now seems as good a time as any to induct the guy. I suppose it'll make more sense to add Billy Gunn with him...but, seriously, fuck Billy Gunn.

 

[kenvin100]

Now I think this could be great idea. WWE has been planning for this to be the biggest WM of all time. So I think that with this class, this could be the biggest HOF ceremony of all time. And it makes sense because all three represent the different eras of the WWE (Randy Savage: 80's WWF, The Rock: 90's Attitude Era, Edge 00's New Millennium). Here's why they should be inducted.

Randy Savage
Should be a lock seeing as this should've happened years ago & now he's wrestling in the squared circle up in the sky.

The Rock
WM28 is in his homewtown this year, so he should be inducted like Stone Cold was. Also, he's the goddamn Rock. Possibly the biggest superstar in wrestling history.

Edge
This one might have some arguements since while he's had great moments & matches in the 90's he's more known for his work in the past decade. But seeing how he's had so many memorable moments in that timespan, I think he should be inducted by none other than Christian. Also, this would make Edge the first wrestler from this generation to make it to the Hall of Fame.

So what do you think?

I think we should wait for Edge's induction once WM swings by Toronto. Expect that to happen sooner rather later since Toronto was a finalist for this year's Wrestlemania. More importantly, he should also be the main attraction in any HOF ceremony. I wouldn't have said this in 2006, but things changed drastically in 6 years.

Rock is a lock-in already. It's pretty obvious that he although "will never go away" it's time to induct him for his long list of accomplishments as a strong-hold during the Attitude Era. Personally, I'd like to see good ole Stone Cold..maybe foreshadow one more match for the Texas Rattlesnake while he's there...

I never really knew Savage cept the gimmick but of course he's long overdue to be in the HOF. It's a shame how someone has to pass on to receive recognition. He should've been on the card for years now.

I gotta agree with the above poster, we need good ole Road Dogg to be inducted...by his good friend K-Kwik!? LOL Just kidding. Though I personally want Road Dogg to be R-Truth's manager right now. It'd be cool seeing those two re-create the amazing chemistry they had so long ago. (Now that I think of it, WWE needs to hire Mr.Ass LOL)

 

[HitmanRicks]

Correct me if I'm wrong, but I believe Randy Savage was going to be inducted in 2011 with Shawn Michaels, but they decided that having 2 huge names going in the HoF at the same time would lessen the glory both men would get and should deserve.

If the WWE is following that same format, then having both The Rock and Randy Savage go in this year together wouldn't happen, especially considering that Savage was in good graces with WWE right before he died.

Something tells me Kevin Nash might go in this year. Some say his match with Triple H at TLC was his last, and he could get a send-off into retirement in the form of a HoF induction. Then again, he might be fighting The Ultimate Warrior that night, so who knows what'll happen.

By the way, remember that Mil Mascaras is already announced to be heading into the HoF this year.

 

[LODemolition]

Savage and The Rock are no-brainers. Foley should get in, but I'd like to see them wait til next year to induct Edge with Toronto and Dallas being the top possibilities for the location of WM29. Some others I'd like to see inducted this year are Demolition, Jake Roberts, Hall and Nash (even though Nash is the only realistic one right now for obvious reasons).

 

[JUSTINMFNBEEMER]

all three deserve to be inducted, but not the same time. all three are headliners, so let rock and randy this year, save edge for us here in ontario canada, and never say never in wwe, i remember hbk and his back were done, austin and his neck were done, i dont think we have heard " you think you know me" blare the last time for a run... time heals, pockets empty.....

 

[Voice of Reason]

I definitely agree that The Rock should be inducted. I think it would be rather fitting for his induction into the HoF to coincide with his epic return to Wrestlemania. Plus, if they're gonna put Stone Cold in there, then they've gotta get The Rock in there.

It's too early for Edge. The WWE needs to give him time to make some big return appearances and really cement his legacy with both the company and the fans.

Obviously, I would love for Randy Savage to be inducted. It's been long overdue anyway, but especially in the wake of his death, it's the right time for it to happen. However, the problem that I had heard about is that his family wants the WWE to induct the Poffo family as a whole and not just Randy Savage. But I'm sorry, that is simply not going to happen. I don't mean to sound like a jerk, but most of the family doesn't deserve to be inducted. They didn't induct the Armstrong family as whole. Nor did they induct the Anoa'i family as a whole. For god's sake, they didn't even induct the Hart family as a whole. If they didn't do that, then there is no way that they are going to induct the Poffo family as a whole.

 

[Daniel]

All three at once? No. High-profile inductions need to be spread out. For every Rock, you need four Rikishis (and one Drew Carey, obviously). The headliners are the guys who make the Hall Of Fame ceremonies sell-out.

I would agree with either the Macho Man or The Rock being inducted this year. Hell, I wouldn't be surprised if they were inducted in the same year. Savage's passing would probably compromise his status as a headline inductee.

Edge though, as big of a fan as I am, should wait a few years. He just isn't a first-ballot guy like Shawn Michaels. He's been incredibly successful, but he was never that top guy.

 

[willross]

The Poffos will most likely be going in this year and The Rock will likely headline the Hall of Fame this year. I also want to say that maybe, just maybe get a Jake Roberts or Mick Foley induction.

I don't see Edge going in yet. I have a feeling Wrestlemania 29 will be in Toronto so I could see Edge and Trish Stratus headlining that Hall of Fame class.

I also think that The Freebirds will be going in this year or the next which adds another big name(s) to go in.

 

[NegativeFeedback]

Randy Savage can't be the central performer being inducted because he's dead. They wouldn't want a deceased wrestler to be the main part of the ceremony so I'm guessing someone else will take center stage. It is said that WWE is scared they might run out of people to headline Hall of Fame ceremonies, but I think that is so weird considering there are so many candidates out there. Look, here I have the headliners for the next 10 years:

2012- The Rock
2013- Mick Foley
2014- Edge
2015- The Undertaker
2016- Vince McMahon
2017- Rey Mysterio
2018- Goldberg
2019- The Big Show
2020- Brock Lesnar (He had a short run, but if The Refrigerator can get in, he should too)
2021- Triple H

And that's not counting all the top level talent that will retire by 2021 like John Cena, Randy Orton, Christian, CM Punk, etc. Plus, there is a myriad of other top level talent that although won't headline, would be nice additions to their classes like JBL, Mark Henry, Bob Backlund, Kevin Nash, The British Bulldogs, etc.

Basically, what I'm saying is that WWE can easily induct as much top-level talents as they want because they will keep creating top-level talents every year. This year, they created CM Punk, who might headline a Hall of Fame ceremony in 10 years.

So without further adue, here's my 2012 Hall of Fame class:

1. The Rock (inducted by Steve Austin)
2. Randy Savage (inducted by Ricky Steamboat)
3. Bruno Sammartino (inducted by John Cena or CM Punk)
4. Carlos Colón (inducted by Primo, Epico & Carlito)
5. Yokozuna (inducted by Bret Hart)
6. Female Inductee: Miss Elisabeth (inducted by Trish Stratus)
7. Celebrity Inductee: Donald J. Trump (inducted by Vince McMahon...this would garner loads of publicity!)
8. Tag Team Inductees: The Fabulous Freebirds (inducted by Diamond Dallas Page)

I think its a nice combination of headliners (Rock, Savage) and old-school veterans (Freebirds, Sammartino, Colón), some deceased wrestlers who deserve it (Yoko, Miss Elisabeth) and a celebrity inductee that can draw loads of publicity (Trump).

It's a formula I think WWE should follow for the next few years, especially if they're ever in Toronto where they can induct famous Canadians like Edge, Trish, Ivan Koloff and maybe even Alex Trebek who was the guest ring announcer at WrestleMania VII.

Point is, there's loads of variety when it comes to the Hall of Fame, and WWE should capitalize on it.

 

[akrassikauda]

I think Randy Savage is not going in this year for these reasons.

1. It's The Rocks hometown yes Savage is also from Florida but I do not believe that WWE have anyone over shadow him or get an equal reaction. WM 28 weekend is all about Rock and think about Austin's HoF his moment alone it was all about Austin.

2. Lanny Poffo has stated publicly that the family won't give permission unless all three Poffos are in Angelo,Randy and Lanny. That's something that standing in the way of Randy not just getting this year but ever?

If Savage gets in I'll be shocked. Because Vince would need permission from the estate. He deserves to be in like Owen but like Owen he needs permission from the estate. It will be tough to get him in.

 

[closet_fan]

I definitely agree that The Rock should be inducted. I think it would be rather fitting for his induction into the HoF to coincide with his epic return to Wrestlemania. Plus, if they're gonna put Stone Cold in there, then they've gotta get The Rock in there.

It's too early for Edge. The WWE needs to give him time to make some big return appearances and really cement his legacy with both the company and the fans.

Obviously, I would love for Randy Savage to be inducted. It's been long overdue anyway, but especially in the wake of his death, it's the right time for it to happen. However, the problem that I had heard about is that his family wants the WWE to induct the Poffo family as a whole and not just Randy Savage. But I'm sorry, that is simply not going to happen. I don't mean to sound like a jerk, but most of the family doesn't deserve to be inducted. They didn't induct the Armstrong family as whole. Nor did they induct the Anoa'i family as a whole. For god's sake, they didn't even induct the Hart family as a whole. If they didn't do that, then there is no way that they are going to induct the Poffo family as a whole.

If true, that's a terrible idea on Savage's family's part. I wasn't around back then, but I didn't think Angelo Poffo was that big when he wrestled.

And Lanny Poffo was awful. Yeah he won a couple small championships here and there, but he was a glorified jobber before and during his "Genius" gimmick.

 

[thebarber]

well, I have no argument about those three, but Edge simply will not be inducted so soon after retiring. Maybe when Mania is next in Canada, he will be inducted otherwise he will bide his time. Hell Austin waited 6 years to be inducted after retirement and he was a hell of a bigger star than Edge was.
The Rock is locked in as the headliner for this years Wrestlemania. So this is a given.
Randy SAVAGE should already be in the Hall of Fame, and now he has sadly passed, the option is their to posthumously induct him. But the Poffo family have already stated on numerous times, and Savages himself has said he would only ever accept a spot in the Hall of Fame as long as his father Angelo Poffo and brother Leaping Lanny Poffo were inducted as well. I personnally have no issue with his father being inducted, but Leaping Lanny, the Genius?????? Well KoKo is in but Savage deserves the recognition of being inducted solo.
So far we know that 2012 will have inducted the following:
THE ROCK
MIL MASCARAS
CARLOS COLON.

With a headliner and two foreign guys announced, the other spots I would like to see filled by the following, and with nobody dead in that three, a posthumous one will be included.
My class of 2012 is:
THE ROCK (inducted by Steve Austin)
MIL MASCARAS (inducted by Rey Misterio)
CARLOS COLON (inducted by Varlito and Primo)
JAKE THE SNAKE ROBERTS (inducted by Randy Orton)
MISS ELIZABETH (inducted by numerous Divas)
ARN ANDERSON (inducted by Ric Flair) I know this is a toughy as Flair is under contarct to Impact Wrestling.
DEMOLITION( inducted by Road Warrior Animal)

inductees in generally what they do these days and at least one of those is posthumous. If they are having a celebrity wing inductee, the obvious choice if they are hoping for the biggest Mania ever, is Mike Tyson. Failing that, Mr. T.

 

[Narsat]

The Rock will definitely headline this year, now that Savage has passed away he can't be the headlining act so I see him also going in this year. Hopefully Savage gets inducted alone and not as part of The Poffos, I read his family wants to be inducted along with him or else they won't let him be inducted. Wasn't Carlos Colon confirmed by HHH at a house show or tour of Mexico earlier this year??

 

[Aberle4Life]

Edge though, as big of a fan as I am, should wait a few years. He just isn't a first-ballot guy like Shawn Michaels. He's been incredibly successful, but he was never that top guy.

Umm. Koko B. Ware is in the Hall of Fame. I can understand the argument of not wanting to overload the talent in one class with Savage/Rock/Edge, but the top-guy argument just isn't going to fly here. Edge deserves to get in anytime if the Birdman is in. Most wrestlers deserve to get in anytime if the Birdman is in.

That said, I agree at least that Edge shouldn't get in this year but I agree for the aforementioned reason that the class would simply be too overloaded with big names. Savage and the Rock should co-headline without a doubt, then fill out the rest of the class with smaller names than Edge or older names. I'd put in Mick Foley this year before Edge.

Jake Roberts is an intriguing name to me as well. He had a big feud with Macho Man back in the early 1990's that could add something more to the ceremony.

Elizabeth should get in this year, too. I think that will happen.

Mil Mascaras is rumored to be getting inducted this year as well, so that will round out one of the spots.

Hopefully, Kevin Nash waits until next year to get inducted. I like Nash alright, but question his class and so he shouldn't be on stage the year that Randy Savage is honored.

 

[JJ15776]

I don't know where people got the idea that Randy Savage can suddenly go in just because he's dead, but please stop saying it! It just makes me angry and sad every time I read it, because it makes no sense. Just like it's up to Owen Hart's wife if he goes in, it's up to Randy Savage's family if he goes in - and there's no reason to think they'll agree to let him in if he didn't want to go in while he was alive. If he wanted to go in with the entire family, then his family is going to want the same thing. His untimely death changes nothing in that regard. So, seriously, enough already.

Clearly Rock and Edge are both going to be inducted eventually, but I don't think either one goes in this year. The Rock's not going in because only one active wrestler has ever been inducted(Ric Flair), and that was the night before his last match. And I don't think WrestleMania is even going to be Rock's last match...they're certainly not going to advertise it as such. And Edge has only been retired for one year...Shawn Michaels is the only guy that's been inducted that soon. Plus, like others have said, you can save Edge for Toronto at WrestleMania 29 or 31. Save The Rock for when he's officially done wrestling for good...hell, that's probably far enough away that they can be back in Miami by then.

I think Mick Foley is the headliner this year, with The Rock inducting him. Mil Mascaras has already been confirmed. Somebody else mentioned Donald Trump, and he's a perfect fit for the celebrity wing.

 

[NegativeFeedback]

I don't know where people got the idea that Randy Savage can suddenly go in just because he's dead, but please stop saying it! It just makes me angry and sad every time I read it, because it makes no sense. Just like it's up to Owen Hart's wife if he goes in, it's up to Randy Savage's family if he goes in - and there's no reason to think they'll agree to let him in if he didn't want to go in while he was alive. If he wanted to go in with the entire family, then his family is going to want the same thing. His untimely death changes nothing in that regard. So, seriously, enough already.

Clearly Rock and Edge are both going to be inducted eventually, but I don't think either one goes in this year. The Rock's not going in because only one active wrestler has ever been inducted(Ric Flair), and that was the night before his last match. And I don't think WrestleMania is even going to be Rock's last match...they're certainly not going to advertise it as such. And Edge has only been retired for one year...Shawn Michaels is the only guy that's been inducted that soon. Plus, like others have said, you can save Edge for Toronto at WrestleMania 29 or 31. Save The Rock for when he's officially done wrestling for good...hell, that's probably far enough away that they can be back in Miami by then.

I think Mick Foley is the headliner this year, with The Rock inducting him. Mil Mascaras has already been confirmed. Somebody else mentioned Donald Trump, and he's a perfect fit for the celebrity wing.

This is not true. Not only does WWE own footage of Randy Savage, but at the time of his passing, they have a merchandise deal with him to utilize his likeliness so they can utilize it in any way they want including a Hall of Fame induction.

The reason they need Owen's widow's permission is because after Owen's death, there was a lawsuit, a settlement and many other legal agreements between the company and Owen's estate and one of them was that WWE would not benefit from using Owen's likeliness on TV which includes a HoF induction.

The Poffos could take legal action against WWE for inducting Randy Savage if they want, but they will fail. WWE owns the footage, can use his likeliness and can make any video packages or ceremonies as they want.

Owen is a completely different story and you cannot compare the two.

 

[Derf]

Rock I think is a shoe in for this years HoF. There's really not alot to debate on this.

Savage I'm still not sold on, Vince never wanted to work with him again, he only had the tribute for the fans. The HoF isn't really mandatory.

I wouldn't be surprised to see Edge go in this year, but personally I don't want to. Being Canadian and planning on attending WM when we finally get it, I want that to be when Edge gets inducted.

 

[Daniel]

Umm. Koko B. Ware is in the Hall of Fame. I can understand the argument of not wanting to overload the talent in one class with Savage/Rock/Edge, but the top-guy argument just isn't going to fly here. Edge deserves to get in anytime if the Birdman is in. Most wrestlers deserve to get in anytime if the Birdman is in.

My point is that Edge shouldn't be a first-ballot guy - meaning that he shouldn't be inducted straight after he retired. That's an honour which is - and should always be - reserved for the very top guys like Ric Flair, or Shawn Michaels.

 

[Psykohurricane55]

This year i'm sure that the Rock will be the main inductee for the hall of fame, there in Miami and he got what will probably be his last match in the ring the following night so it's a no brainer. Has for Savage, the problem it's that Randy always said that if the WWE wanted to inducted him in the Hall Of Fame, they would have to inductee him with his father because he was really close to his father and that's what his family are asking because this was what Randy wanted.

Edge will probably be inducted when Wrestlemania will return to Toronto in the next couples of years (i heard it might be either next year or the year after) because he'S going to be inducted at the same time as Trish Stratus that year.

Has for the rest of the inductees for this year HOF, i don'T know, I would Love to see Demolition get in the hall of fame, maybe Lita. Also how about Davey Boy Smith and Lex Luger. That probably the legends i would love to see get inducted this year.

 

[Tattooed Jesus]

Rock shouldn't go in right now as he is still an "active" wrestler and I just don't think active guys need to be in the HoF even if they are only wrestling once or twice a year.

Edge should go in the next time Wrestlemania is in his home of Toronto Canada. This year is just way to early for Edge.

Randy Savage needs to go in this year PERIOD! There is no one out there more deserving that is even close to as big a name as the Macho Man.

 

[The Crock]

This is interesting. I can see an argument for all three men getting in this year, but I doubt that happens. The Rock seems to be an easy bet for this year's Hall of Fame, just because of WrestleMania 28 being in Miami and whatnot. Randy Savage is a legend, one of the all time greats, but there's been some drama with his family not wanting to allow him to go in by himself, as they want Lanny, Randy, and Angelo to go in together. Then there's Edge, who is as decorated as they come, but is he first-ballot material? I'm not so sure he is, so he could definitely wait.

I see it shaking out with just The Rock getting in. Lanny Poffo's request might be a bit much to ask for this year, but they can also put it off a year and have Savage headline next year's class. It's a little pathetic that Lanny thinks he deserves to be anywhere near that Hall of Fame, that he's leeching off of what his brother was, and I'm sure the WWE sees it that way too. They can play "hard ball" by trying to get just Randy this year and if Lanny declines, then wait a year and bite the bullet. It'll be worth it.

 

[Huey]

The Rock getting inducted will be huge no matter where it's at. It'll blow the roof off in Miami but it'll blow the roof off anywhere else too. I think we also assume that this match at WM will be his last. Who knows. Could be a crooked finish in Miami with The Rock or Cena demanding a rematch at SummerSlam.

With the passing of Randy Savage this year, and the fact that The Rock will still get his big moment in Miami with the main event, I would love to see Savage come in as the headline guy. The Stone Cold or Ric Flair of this year's nominations. I feel his career warrants it and it would be a great way to put all the rumors and supposed bad feelings to rest.

 

[The 1-2-3 Killam]

It's The Rocks hometown yes Savage is also from Florida but I do not believe that WWE have anyone over shadow him or get an equal reaction.

I don't want to seem insensitive, but the man is dead. He's GOING to be overshadowed by another guy, or a WrestleMania card, or at this rate...his own family stealing his spotlight. You're right, Austin had his moment. Rock is going to have his moment. But Savage has already had all his moments, and there's nothing they can really do about it. I agree with those saying that they're not going to want to end the HoF with a presentation to somebody who can't except it. It sounds cold, but that doesn't sell. And believe me, no matter how warm and fuzzy it makes you feel, Vince cares about cash and how the HoF comes across publicly, much more than he does the order of the show. When Eddie passed, Bret Hart was the front-runner. Don't be surprised if Macho Man goes in second-fiddle to somebody else that can actually show up.

I don't know where people got the idea that Randy Savage can suddenly go in just because he's dead, but please stop saying it!

No, he can go in because he's one of the all-time greats. Being dead has nothing to do with it...

Just like it's up to Owen Hart's wife if he goes in

Are you sure about that? Is there an actual rule stating that Martha has to sign off for Owen to go in? I feel like that's a complicated legal issue, and even if that was the case, it's probably more about who owns the right to the name and "Character" of the person in question. Since Martha was able to file suit against the McMahons for royalties and for improper use of his name in DVDs, she probably has some sort of owernership. But that doesn't automatically mean that Randy's legacy is tied to his family. WWE owns most, if not all the rights to the Savage TM and character. I'm 99% sure they could induct Savage without the consent of the family. Now, whether they would do that morally, is a different story.

it's up to Randy Savage's family if he goes in

So you live an incredible life, and become one of the greatest wrestlers of all time. You die a tragic and early death, and the WWE wants to induct you posthumously into the Hall of Fame. Only problem: your less talented family that never accomplished half of what you did is using your legacy to demand they ALL get in. You still think it should be up to them whether he gets recognized in front of the millions of fans out there that want to show him support? Even if it was Savage's "wish" that his whole family be inducted as a whole, Vince has no obligation to do it. And if that is going to keep him from the Hall, that is just pure selfishness on the part of his family. Because honestly, that's the only way they're going to get there...

His untimely death changes nothing in that regard.

It actually changed EVERYTHING. Like I said, it's all about the legal rights. If Randy owned the rights to his name and character and likeness, then it would fall to his wife, not the rest of the Poffo family. And if he didn't have rights...then this is all a pointless discussion. In fact, even if he did have rights, Vince could simply induct him without consent, being that the Hall actually means NOTHING legally, and pay the small royalty fees that go along with using his name. Literally, it's the legal equivalent to showing him on an episode of Raw. The Poffo's could sue, but good luck with that...

 

[LilShippy97_WWE]

Randy Savage can't be the central performer being inducted because he's dead. They wouldn't want a deceased wrestler to be the main part of the ceremony so I'm guessing someone else will take center stage. It is said that WWE is scared they might run out of people to headline Hall of Fame ceremonies, but I think that is so weird considering there are so many candidates out there. Look, here I have the headliners for the next 10 years:

2012- The Rock
2013- Mick Foley
2014- Edge
2015- The Undertaker
2016- Vince McMahon
2017- Rey Mysterio
2018- Goldberg
2019- The Big Show
2020- Brock Lesnar (He had a short run, but if The Refrigerator can get in, he should too)
2021- Triple H

And that's not counting all the top level talent that will retire by 2021 like John Cena, Randy Orton, Christian, CM Punk, etc. Plus, there is a myriad of other top level talent that although won't headline, would be nice additions to their classes like JBL, Mark Henry, Bob Backlund, Kevin Nash, The British Bulldogs, etc.

Basically, what I'm saying is that WWE can easily induct as much top-level talents as they want because they will keep creating top-level talents every year. This year, they created CM Punk, who might headline a Hall of Fame ceremony in 10 years.

So without further adue, here's my 2012 Hall of Fame class:

1. The Rock (inducted by Steve Austin)
2. Randy Savage (inducted by Ricky Steamboat)
3. Bruno Sammartino (inducted by John Cena or CM Punk)
4. Carlos Colón (inducted by Primo, Epico & Carlito)
5. Yokozuna (inducted by Bret Hart)
6. Female Inductee: Miss Elisabeth (inducted by Trish Stratus)
7. Celebrity Inductee: Donald J. Trump (inducted by Vince McMahon...this would garner loads of publicity!)
8. Tag Team Inductees: The Fabulous Freebirds (inducted by Diamond Dallas Page)

I think its a nice combination of headliners (Rock, Savage) and old-school veterans (Freebirds, Sammartino, Colón), some deceased wrestlers who deserve it (Yoko, Miss Elisabeth) and a celebrity inductee that can draw loads of publicity (Trump).

It's a formula I think WWE should follow for the next few years, especially if they're ever in Toronto where they can induct famous Canadians like Edge, Trish, Ivan Koloff and maybe even Alex Trebek who was the guest ring announcer at WrestleMania VII.

Point is, there's loads of variety when it comes to the Hall of Fame, and WWE should capitalize on it

^^^ Nice Post well thought out and i agree somewhat


Nice thread and i love the idea the only problem is (And I think this is why WWE doesnt do this all the time) The WWE is running out of people to put in the HoF. Yeas you have those 3 people but who else. I mean look at it... Drew Carrey is in the hof...Drew FRIGGIN Carey. I like the idea. But I think It will deffinently be The Rock this year. Maybe Savage. But we always see WWE has the one big main guy then lots of other pretty good ones.



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