Top 10 Wrestlers STILL NOT in the WWE Hall of Fame

Summary

This video script delves into the surprising omissions from the WWE Hall of Fame, highlighting 10 wrestlers whose induction seems long overdue. It discusses the potential reasons behind their exclusion, such as contractual disputes, personal issues, and untimely deaths. The script also touches upon the controversial past of WWE and the impact of key figures like Vince McMahon, suggesting that now might be the time to honor these legends and McMahon himself.

Takeaways

• 🏆 The WWE Hall of Fame inducts wrestlers who have made significant impacts in wrestling history, but some notable names are missing for various reasons.
• 🤔 Lex Luger, despite his success in NWA, WCW, and a brief stint in WWE, is not in the Hall of Fame possibly due to his abrupt return to WCW and the tragic death of Miss Elizabeth.
• 🌟 Chyna changed the landscape for women's wrestling, but her difficult exit from WWF and personal struggles may have delayed her induction.
• 😎 Big Show, known for his charisma and fan-favorite status, has yet to be inducted, possibly due to his unreliability and backstage issues.
• 💃 Sable's sex appeal and wrestling skills made her a star, but legal disputes and personal relationships might have affected her Hall of Fame chances.
• 👑 William Regal's wrestling career, including his role as a commissioner and head trainer, seems to make him a likely candidate for the Hall of Fame, yet he is not included.
• 🏆 Bam Bam Bigelow's memorable performances and status as a top wrestler in the '90s make his absence from the Hall of Fame puzzling.
• 👰 Miss Elizabeth's popularity and impact on wrestling culture suggest she should be in the Hall of Fame, but her tragic end and personal issues may have hindered her induction.
• 🎭 Brian Pillman's controversial career, including his untimely death, might be reasons for his exclusion from the Hall of Fame.
• 🔒 The tragic death of Owen Hart during a stunt and the subsequent lawsuit by his widow could be why he is not in the Hall of Fame.
• 👨‍💼 Vince McMahon's influential role in wrestling history and his recent departure from active management in WWE suggest that his induction into the Hall of Fame may be imminent.

Q & A

When was the WWE Hall of Fame established?

The WWE Hall of Fame was established in 1993.

Why might Lex Luger not be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame?

Lex Luger might not be inducted due to his abrupt return to WCW after his contract ended, which angered Vince McMahon, and possibly his involvement in Miss Elizabeth's substance abuse and subsequent death.

What significant achievement did Chyna accomplish in WWE history?

Chyna became the first and only female Intercontinental Champion and was one of the few female superstars to wrestle both men and women.

Why might Chyna's induction into the WWE Hall of Fame be delayed?

Chyna's difficult departure from WWF and personal struggles, including her foray into adult entertainment, might have contributed to her delayed induction.

What impact did Big Sid have in the 1990s wrestling scene?

Big Sid was a charismatic big man wrestler who was a two-time world champion in WWF and achieved success in WCW and other wrestling organizations.

What could be the reasons for Big Sid's absence from the WWE Hall of Fame?

Big Sid's unreliability, such as missing events and alleged feigned injuries, and his controversial past might have affected his chances of being inducted.

Why might Sable not be in the WWE Hall of Fame despite her popularity?

Sable's legal disputes with WWE, rumored falling out, and potential influence from her husband Brock Lesnar could be reasons for her not being inducted.

What is the significance of William Regal's career in wrestling?

William Regal is known for his wrestling skills, memorable run as a commissioner, and his role as head trainer at the WWE Performance Center.

Why might Bam Bam Bigelow not be in the WWE Hall of Fame?

The exact reasons for Bam Bam Bigelow's absence from the Hall of Fame are unclear, but his memorable performances and popularity suggest he should be considered.

What was Miss Elizabeth's role in professional wrestling?

Miss Elizabeth was a beloved figure in the 80s wrestling scene, known for her relationship with Randy Savage and her on-screen wedding at SummerSlam 1991.

Why might Miss Elizabeth not be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame?

Her tragic death from substance abuse and the possible desire of WWE to distance itself from her troubled end might be reasons for her not being inducted.

What controversial moments marked Brian Pillman's career?

Brian Pillman was involved in shocking storylines like pulling a gun on Steve Austin and had a reputation for deviating from scripts, which might have affected his Hall of Fame chances.

Why is Owen Hart not in the WWE Hall of Fame?

Owen Hart's widow, Martha, has vetoed his induction due to her belief that WWE mishandled the situation surrounding his tragic death during a stunt gone wrong.

Why might Vince McMahon not have been inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame yet?

Vince McMahon might not have been inducted yet due to the tradition of waiting until after his passing, and the recent changes in WWE ownership and power dynamics.

Outlines

00:00

🤔 Overlooked WWE Hall of Fame Contenders

This paragraph discusses several wrestling legends who have yet to be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame despite their significant contributions to the sport. It highlights Lex Luger, who gained fame in NWA and WCW and was expected to replace Hulk Hogan in WWF but failed to capture the audience's heart due to a lack of charisma. It also mentions Chyna, a trailblazer in women's wrestling who broke barriers and became a role model for many, yet her troubled personal life and controversial past may have hindered her induction. Lastly, it touches on Big Sid, a charismatic wrestler who had a significant impact in the 1990s but was known for unreliability, which might have affected his chances of being honored in the Hall of Fame.

05:01

🏆 Controversies and Careers of Unsung Wrestling Heroes

The second paragraph delves into the stories of wrestlers who, despite their popularity and achievements, have not yet been inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame. It starts with Sid, who had a love-hate relationship with Vince McMahon due to his unreliability, missing important events and allegedly faking injuries. Sable is mentioned next, a star of the Attitude Era who had a falling out with WWE, leading to a lawsuit and settlement, and her subsequent rehire and departure. The paragraph also covers William Regal, a respected wrestler and head trainer with a history of substance abuse, who might be overlooked due to his past struggles. Bam Bam Bigelow, a memorable wrestler from the '90s, is also discussed, with his induction seemingly stalled despite his significant impact on the wrestling world.

10:02

💔 Tragic Stories of Wrestling Legends and Their Hall of Fame Absence

This paragraph focuses on the tragic stories of wrestling legends and the reasons behind their absence from the WWE Hall of Fame. Miss Elizabeth, adored by fans for her relationship with Randy Savage, is discussed, with her struggle with substance abuse and untimely death possibly contributing to her not being inducted. Brian Pillman, known for his controversial wrestling storylines and promos, is also highlighted, with his substance abuse issues and untimely death at 35 potentially affecting his induction chances. The paragraph concludes with the story of Owen Hart, a beloved wrestler whose tragic accident during a stunt led to a lawsuit and his widow's refusal to allow his induction into the Hall of Fame.

15:02

🎤 The Era-Defining Influence of Vince McMahon and His Hall of Fame Prospects

The final paragraph reflects on the influential career of Vince McMahon, the long-time ruler of WWE and a key figure in shaping modern wrestling. It mentions his controversial stepping down and return as part of a deal to sell the company for $12.1 billion. With the new ownership and McMahon's diminished power, the paragraph suggests that it might be the right time for him to be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame, honoring his legacy as the creator of memorable wrestling characters and stories.

Keywords

💡WWE Hall of Fame

The WWE Hall of Fame is an institution that honors professional wrestlers and other individuals who have made significant contributions to the sport of wrestling. It is central to the video's theme, as the script discusses various wrestlers who have not yet been inducted despite their impact on the industry. The script mentions several wrestlers by name, such as Lex Luger and Chyna, speculating on why they have not been inducted.

💡Lex Luger

Lex Luger is a former professional wrestler known for his stints in the NWA, WCW, and WWE. The script discusses his career achievements and speculates on the reasons he has not been inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame, including his abrupt departure from WWE to WCW and the tragic death of Miss Elizabeth, who was living with him at the time.

💡Chyna

Chyna, also known as Joanie Laurer, was a groundbreaking female wrestler in WWE. She was the first woman to compete against men and held the Intercontinental Championship. The script highlights her contributions to women's wrestling and her role as a role model, while also discussing the personal issues and controversies that may have hindered her induction into the Hall of Fame.

💡Big Show

The script refers to 'big Sid,' which is likely a reference to the Big Show, a wrestler known for his size and charisma. Despite his popularity and success in WWE and WCW, the script suggests that his unreliability and personal issues may have affected his chances of being inducted into the Hall of Fame.

💡Sable

Sable is a former WWE wrestler and model who gained fame during the Attitude Era for her attractiveness and evolving wrestling skills. The script discusses her legal disputes with WWE and speculates on personal reasons, including her relationship with Brock Lesnar, that might have influenced her exclusion from the Hall of Fame.

💡William Regal

William Regal is a British professional wrestler known for his technical skills and his role as a commissioner in WWE. The script highlights his journey from English wrestling bars to American fame, his struggles with addiction, and his eventual role as a head trainer, suggesting that these accomplishments should warrant his inclusion in the Hall of Fame.

💡Bam Bam Bigelow

Bam Bam Bigelow was a memorable wrestler from the 1990s, known for his size and charisma. The script notes his appearances in WrestleMania and his success in various wrestling organizations, while also expressing confusion over his absence from the Hall of Fame, especially considering his popularity and impact on the industry.

💡Miss Elizabeth

Miss Elizabeth was a beloved figure in wrestling during the 1980s, known for her relationship with Randy Savage and her on-screen presence. The script discusses her popularity and speculates on the reasons for her not being inducted into the Hall of Fame, suggesting it could be related to her tragic death and the controversy surrounding it.

💡Brian Pillman

Brian Pillman was a wrestler known for his in-ring skills and his ability to captivate audiences with his promos. The script discusses his controversial career, including his substance abuse issues and untimely death, suggesting these factors may have contributed to his absence from the Hall of Fame.

💡Owen Hart

Owen Hart was a respected wrestler and a member of the famous Hart wrestling family. The script recounts the tragic accident that led to his death during a wrestling event and discusses the legal and personal fallout with WWE, which has seemingly prevented his induction into the Hall of Fame.

💡Vince McMahon

Vince McMahon is the former chairman and CEO of WWE and is credited with transforming the wrestling industry. The script notes his recent departure from WWE and the sale of the company, suggesting that these events may pave the way for his eventual induction into the Hall of Fame, honoring his contributions to the sport.

Highlights

WWE Hall of Fame inducted many wrestling superstars since 1993.

Some wrestlers are notably absent from the Hall of Fame despite their impact.

Lex Luger made a name in NWA and WCW before joining WWF in 1992.

Luger was expected to replace Hulk Hogan but lacked the charisma to be a top star.

WWE allows wrestlers from other promotions into the Hall of Fame.

Chyna changed the face of women's wrestling and broke expectations.

Chyna became the first and only female Intercontinental Champion.

Chyna's personal struggles and difficult departure from WWF are highlighted.

Big Show, known as Sid, had a significant impact in the 1990s despite his unreliability.

Sable was a major star during the Attitude Era and had a successful run with WWF.

Sable's falling out with WWE and her marriage to Brock Lesnar are mentioned.

William Regal's wrestling career and role as a trainer are discussed.

Bam Bam Bigelow's memorable wrestling career and untimely death are noted.

Miss Elizabeth's adoration by fans and tragic end are highlighted.

Brian Pillman's wrestling talent and controversial career are discussed.

Owen Hart's tragic accident and its impact on his Hall of Fame prospects are mentioned.

Vince McMahon's influence on wrestling and his potential Hall of Fame induction are explored.

Transcripts

some of the greatest superstars in

wrestling history have been inducted

into the WWE Hall of Fame since its

Inception in 1993 there have been dozens

of inductees but there are some names

that come up that make me scratch my

head in amazement that they aren't

already in there for some of the legends

on our list today there are reasons that

they aren't included but for some of the

others it's a total mystery so let's

take a look at 10 performers who really

should be inducted and try to get to the

bottom of why they haven't been before

we get into today's video let me know if

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channel if you haven't

already I had to double check that Lex

Luger wasn't already in the Hall of Fame

while I was writing this list Luger made

a name for himself self in the NWA and

WCW where he became World Heavyweight

Champion and had memorable feuds with

the likes of Sting and Ric Flair he was

also briefly a member of The Four

Horsemen before he signed with Vince

McMahon in

1992 when he debuted in the Federation

he was briefly a heel known as The

Narcissist before he was transformed

into the allamerican Lex Luger this

gimmick was produced specifically to

replace haulk Hogan who left the company

in mid

1993 a huge amount of weight was placed

on luga's shoulders as he was expected

to fill Hogan's sizable shoes despite

the wwf's massive efforts to get him

over with the fans it was just never

going to happen luga lacked the natural

Charisma and likability of a top star

and it was pretty unfair to force him

into this role after a few months

McMahon gave up on Luger and he

eventually went back to

WCW with Legends like Sting and Goldberg

already in the Hall of Fame it's clear

that WWE allows wrestlers who made their

name elsewhere to enter the Hall of Fame

so why not Luger it's often reported

that he ruined any future relationship

with WWE when he went back to

WCW his contract had run out and nobody

in the Federation had realized ing him

to shockingly appear on the first

episode of nitro and that obviously

incensed Vince McMahon and then there's

the fact that Miss Elizabeth passed away

on his watch Liz was living with luga

when she died of a drug an alcohol

overdose and he is often blamed for her

spiraling into addiction so these

reasons may be why he's not yet in the

Hall of Fame China changed the face of

women's wrestling forever she broke

expectations as the female bodyguard to

DX and then as one of the only female

superstars in WWE history to wrestle

both men and women she became the first

and only female Intercontinental

Champion and entered the King of the

Ring tournament and the Royal Rumble

Match China became a role model to

millions of girls and women around the

world and helped pave the way for the

women's Revolution that came over a

decade later but sadly China left the

WWF under difficult circumstances and

she struggled with personal problems

after her career in the Federation came

to an end famously she was in a

relationship with Triple H before he

left her for Stephanie McMahon and for

quite some time he was considered to be

one of the reasons why she never went

into the Hall of Fame her career in

adult entertainment certainly doesn't

help matters either China was partially

honored when Degeneration X were

inducted in 2019 and they did take the

time to single her out for praise but

now more than 7 years after her death it

feels like the right time for China to

be posthumously entered into the Hall of

Fame on her own Merit it's an absolute

crime that big Sid isn't in the Hall of

Fame considering the impact he had

during the 1990s

sure he wasn't the greatest wrestler or

the best promo guy but he was one of the

most charismatic big men in wrestling

history and he was super over with the

fans in

1996 in the WWF he was a two-time world

champion but he arguably had as much

success in WCW where he was a two-time

world champion and a one-time United

States champion and he was even in the

four horsemen at one point but while he

did achieve some success and was loved

by the people he was apparently

extremely unreliable he missed important

events due to oversleeping and allegedly

feigned injuries so he could go and play

softball these issues meant that Sid had

a LoveHate relationship with Vince mcmah

mcmah loved Sid and gave him multiple

opportunities but in the end Sid kept on

letting him down and while many many

many people have called him one of the

nicest guys in the business there was

that time he almost stabbed an Anderson

to death but there are many sides to

every man and there are people who have

done far worse already in the Hall of

Fame when Sable joined the Federation in

1996 alongside mark merrow it was clear

who the real star of the couple was the

fans could not get enough of the

beautiful Sable and in many ways her

sexiness was perfect for the Attitude

Era of the WWF she even learned how to

wrestle and had some decent matches for

the Women's Championship with feuds

against the likes of Jacqueline and Luna

Von eventually she fell out with the

company suing them for alleged sexual

harassment and unsafe working conditions

and they settled out of court as always

with Vince mcmah he was willing to put

the past behind them and she was rehired

in 200 3 where she had a story line with

mcmah himself she left the company again

in 2004 apparently on good terms and it

was around this time that she started

dating Brock Lesnar the two got married

in

2006 so considering Sunny is in the Hall

of Fame why isn't Sable there are rumors

that there has been a falling out

between her and WWE in the interim or it

could be at Lesnar's Quest he didn't

want them both to be working for the

company when they got married having

seen how toxic that situation could be

for various couples in the past so it

could just be Lesnar sticking to that

rule almost 20 years later maybe he

doesn't want his wife to ever appear on

WWE TV ever again you'd expect William

Regal to be a shoe in for the Hall of

Fame he certainly seems to check all of

the boxes Regal learned how to wrestle

in the bars of rough English towns like

Blackpool and on British Wrestling TV

during the 1980s before he traveled to

America to make a name for himself he

played the role of dirty heel to

perfection in WCW where he tag teamed

with the future Triple H as part of the

Blue Bloods and later alongside Dave

Taylor after breaking his ankle and leg

Regal descended into a painkiller

addiction that almost ruined his life

he'd recently signed with the Federation

but they fired him after discovering his

substance abuse issues eventually Regal

got his life back on track he was

rehired by the WWF and he had a hugely

memorable run as the commissioner Thanks

To His Brilliant comic timing Regal

became one of the company's most

reliable and trusted wrestlers where he

frequently wrestled in the midc card and

worked with future main

aventor this trust along with his close

friendship with Triple H got him the job

of head trainer at the WWE performance

center after his in ring career was

finished all of this should surely

secure Regal's place in the Hall of Fame

bamb bam Bigalow is another one of those

names that you just expect to already be

in the Hall of Fame bamb bam seems to

get mentioned as one of the possible

inductees every single year and then he

gets ignored it's unbelievable really

considering that he was one of the '90s

most memorable wrestlers easily one of

the greatest big men wrestlers to ever

lace up a pair of boots Bigalow

headlined WrestleMania 11 and carried

NFL star Lawrence Taylor to a decent

match and he was a massive star in WCW

ECW and Japan sadly Bigalow passed away

in 2007 of an accidental overdose he was

just 45 years of age it's difficult to

see exactly why Bigalow hasn't been

inducted surely now would be the time to

post humously enter him into the Hall of

Fame to say that Miss Elizabeth was

adored by 80s wrestling fans is an

statements Liz and Randy Savage were the

original Power couple in pro wrestling

both on and off screen even when Savage

was playing the heel on TV Elizabeth was

just loved the fans were mesmerized by

their rocky relationship which reached

its peak at SummerSlam 1991 with their

onscreen wedding in reality the couple

had been married for years and largely

thanks to Randy their Rel relationship

was even more intense in real life than

it was on TV eventually their

relationship would sadly break down and

they went their separate ways Liz went

from one troubled relationship to

another as she hooked up with Lex Luger

they moved in together and their lives

descended into substance abuse Elizabeth

passed away in 2003 of acute toxicity so

why isn't she in the Hall of Fame

perhaps it's the way she met her end

that WWE want to distance themselves

from or it could simply be the case that

her family don't want her to be inducted

Brian pilman was one of the most

controversial wrestlers of all time he

wasn't just a great wrestler but also an

incredible promo guy and he had a sharp

mind for the business his short time in

the WWF saw him involved in shocking

story lines like the angle that saw him

pull a gun on Steve Austin pilman was so

convincing in his role as the Loose

Cannon that he genuinely questioned his

sanity when he appeared on TV but pilman

also had a behindthescenes reputation of

going into business for himself so to

speak he sometimes deviated from the

script especially when he was in WCW and

he managed to work his way out of his

WCW contract by lying to Eric Bishoff

just so he could join the WWF pilman had

an ongoing substance abuse issue and he

died at the age of 35 of a heart

condition perhaps it's all of these

reasons that add up to why he isn't in

the Hall of Fame from his personal

demons to the controversial moments in

his career in a way pilman sums up the

part of the Attitude Era that w WWE

would like us all to forget when you

consider the way he tragically passed

away it's a travesty that Owen isn't in

the Hall of Fame but when you look at

the situation a little bit closer it's

clear why he isn't Owen Hart was truly

loved by both wrestling fans and his

peers in the locker room to the other

wrestlers he was the more laidback of

the heart brothers and a funloving

prankster too nobody ever had a bad word

to say about Owen Hart in May 1999 Owen

was supposed to Face The Godfather in a

match for the Intercontinental

Championship his entrance was supposed

to involve him repelling D from the

rafters but then there was a terrible

accident Owen ended up falling more than

78 ft from the ceiling killing him in

court Owen's Widow Martha sued the WWF

with them settling to the tune of $18

million however for Martha she could

never forgive them for how they handled

the situation she said that the WWF had

cut Corners in planning the stunt and

that they failed to take any of the

blame for Owen's death and because of

this Martha has absolutely vetoed any

possibility of Owen ever entering the

Hall of Fame in the future for nearly 40

years Vince McMahon was the ruler of WWE

and the most powerful man in the

wrestling industry he turned wrestlers

into Superstars and millionaires it was

long said that Vince McMahon should only

go in the Hall of Fame after his passing

he shockingly stepped down from his role

as WWE chairman and CEO in

2022 then he came back again to see

through a deal to sell the company which

he did for a massive $ 12.1 billion WWE

is now owned by Ari Emmanuel who also

owns the UFC and if recent reports are

to be believed mcmah has now lost all of

his power in the company surely now

would be the time for Vince to enter the

Hall of Fame rather than waiting for him

to pass away he's the man responsible

for turning most of us into wrestling

fans he's the man responsible for coming

up with some of the most memorable

characters and stories in wrestling

history Vince McMahon was the Godfather

of modern wrestling so think of all the

stories he must have stored up from his

years of running the business just think

how great his Hall of Fame induction

speech would

be