236. Lanny Poffo

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)