244. Lanny Poffo

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Lanny Poffo may not have had the skills or the wins of his older brother (Randy “Macho Man” Savage) had, but there was no question that “Leaping” Lanny Poffo was a talent in his own right. Poffo was successful at the top of the card in regional promotions, but in the WWE he spent four years as a “jobber to the stars”, but beyond his cute poems and Frisbees was a wrestler who brought gymnastic ability and a unique offense to the ring. Poffo was given a push as the “Genius” which saw him finally gain a series of wins (including a count out win over Hulk Hogan on Saturday Night's Main Event) in the WWE. Although he wasn’t considered top flight talent, he had a role and did it exceptionally well.

Should Lanny Poffo be in the Hall of Fame?

Definitely put him in! - 41.3%

Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 8.7%

Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 21.7%

No opinion. - 0%

No way! - 28.3%

The Bullet Points

Other Aliases: “Leaping” Lanny Poffo
The Genius
Billed From: U.S.A. (Downers Grove, Illinois)
Key Championships Held: NWA (Detroit) Tag Team w/Angelo Poffo
NWA Gulf Coast Tag Team w/Randy Poffo
NWA Mid American Heavyweight
NWA Mid American Tag Team w/Bobby Eaton
ICW Heavyweight (4)
ICW Tag Team (4)
Why they will get in: He did have a five year plus run in the WWE. That is a decent amount,
Why they won't get in: His WWE won-loss record is poor and he wanted to get in with the Poffo Family. Now that Randy is in that won't happen.
Five Greatest Matches/Moments: 1. Won the Mid American Heavyweight Title (10/9/77)
2. With Randy Savage, had memorable contest with The Rock and Roll Express (6/25/84)
3. Is destroyed by Andre the Giant at a Battle Royal on Saturday Night’s main Event making Andre look vicious in the process (2/21/87)
4. Defeated Hulk Hogan by Count Out on Saturday Night’s Main Event (10/31/89)
5. Teamed with Mr. Perfect and lost to Hulk Hogan & The Ultimate Warrior on Saturday Night’s Main Event (1/3/90)