89. Jerry Jarrett

The father of Jeff Jarrett had a lot more impact in the world of wrestling than casual fans realize. Jerry Jarrett was a top star in the Memphis territory holding multiple championships in the Volunteer State, but he slowly worked his way into to becoming a promoter, and by the decade’s end, ran one of the tightest organizations. Jerry “The King” Lawler appears to represent Memphis in terms of the WWE Hall of Fame, but an induction for Jarrett seals its importance.

Should Jerry Jarrett be in the Hall of Fame?

Definitely put him in! - 98.9%

Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 0.4%

Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 0.4%

No opinion. - 0%

No way! - 0.2%

The Bullet Points

Other Aliases: The Hawaiian Flash
Billed From: U.S.A. (Nashville, TN)
Key Championships Held: NWA Mid American Southern Tag Team (10) 5w/Tojo Yamamoto, 4w/Jackie Fargo & 1w/Johnny Marlin
NWA World Tag Team (Mid America) w/Jackie Fargo
NWA Southeastern Tag Team w/Tojo Yamammoto
NWA Mid American w/George Gulas
CWA Tag Team w/Tojo Yamamoto
Why they will get in: Jerry actually has a decent relationship with the WWE.
Why they won't get in: Jeff.
Five Greatest Matches/Moments: 1.   Wins his first title with Tojo Yamamoto. (10/19/70)
2.   Forms his own territory (1977)
3.   Has his own “boom period” in the early 80’s (1980’s)
4.   Outlasts all other traditional territories. (1990’s)
5.   Formed TNA Wrestling, which would become arguably the number two wrestling company in the United States (2002)