Wrestling is one of the oldest sports in the world, and over the centuries, it has produced some true legends. In this blog post, we will take a look at five of the most famous wrestlers throughout history. From ancient Greece to modern-day America, these men have left their mark on the sport of wrestling. So sit back, relax, and enjoy as we explore the careers of these five legends.
Hulk Hogan
Hulk Hogan is one of the most famous wrestlers in history. He was born in 1953 and began wrestling in the World Wrestling Federation (WWF) in 1979. He quickly became one of the biggest stars in the WWF, winning the WWF Championship in 1984. He went on to have a successful career in wrestling, winning multiple championships and becoming one of the most recognizable names in sports entertainment. Hulk Hogan has also had a successful career outside of wrestling, appearing in movies and television shows, and even running for office.
The Rock
In the early days of wrestling, the sport was very different than it is today. There were no weight classes, and matches could last for hours. The first real star of wrestling was a man named The Rock.
The Rock was born in 1892 and began his wrestling career in 1910. He quickly became one of the most popular wrestlers in the world. His matches were known for their brutality, and he was not afraid to take on anyone, regardless of size or experience.
The Rock retired from wrestling in 1932, but remained involved in the sport as a promoter and referee. He passed away in 1948, but his legend lives on. He is considered to be one of the greatest wrestlers of all time, and his name is still synonymous with toughness and strength.
Stone Cold Steve Austin
Stone Cold Steve Austin was one of the most popular wrestlers in the late 1990s and early 2000s. He was known for his tough attitude and his catchphrase, “It’s all about the money.” Austin was a six-time WWE Champion and was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2009.
John Cena
John Cena is one of the most popular wrestlers in WWE history. He has held numerous titles, including the WWE Championship and the World Heavyweight Championship. He is also a record-setting 15-time WWE United States Champion.
Cena began his wrestling career in 2000, when he was signed by the World Wrestling Federation (WWF). He made his television debut in 2002 and quickly rose to prominence. He won his first championship, the WWF Hardcore Championship, in 2003.
Cena has headlined several major WWE pay-per-view events, including WrestleMania XXVI and XXVII. He has also appeared in films and television shows outside of WWE, such as The Marine (2006), 12 Rounds (2009), and Trainwreck (2015).
In 2016, Cena was ranked #4 on Forbes’ list of the 10 highest-paid wrestlers in the world.
Triple H
Triple H, real name Paul Michael Levesque, is an American professional wrestler, actor, and business executive. He is currently the Executive Vice President of Talent, Live Events and Creative for WWE.
Levesque began his professional wrestling career with World Championship Wrestling (WCW) in 1992 under his real name. In 1994, he signed with WWE, then known as the World Wrestling Federation (WWF), and became Hunter Hearst Helmsley. He won his first major championship in 1996 when he defeated Mankind for the WWF Intercontinental Championship. In 1997, Triple H co-founded D-Generation X along with Shawn Michaels and Chyna to battle Mr. McMahon’s Corporation stable. The group quickly gained popularity with their edgy behavior and rebellious attitude.
During the Invasion storyline in 2001, Triple H took on a more serious role as one of the leaders of The Alliance side against The WWF/E Alliance. After being “buried alive” by Steve Austin at Survivor Series in 2001, Triple H disappeared from television for several months to sell the injury angle. He returned at WrestleMania X8 in 2002 and won the WWE Championship from Chris Jericho in a triple threat match also involving The Rock.