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The Godfather

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We actually liked Papa Shango when he debuted and as corny as the gimmick was, we know we are not the only ones who had a soft spot for the voodoo man.  Charles Wright would later be repackaged multiple times before he struck gold as the “Godfather”, a lovable pimp.  This character allowed Wright to use charisma that was muted in other personas and was a great fit for the attitude era.  If only he was given a chance to be more of himself earlier his career.

 

Should The Godfather be in the Hall of Fame?

Definitely put him in! - 29.4%
Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 0%
Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 23.5%
No opinion. - 5.9%
No way! - 41.2%

The Bullet Points

  • Other Aliases: Charles Wright (Real Name)
    The Soultaker
    Papa Shango
    Kama
    Kama Mustapha
    The Goodfather
  • Billed From: The Red Light District
  • Key Championships Held: USWA Heavyweight (2)
    WWF Intercontinental
    WWF World Tag Team w/Bull Buchanan
  • Why they will get in: He had a very long run in the WE, and eventually became over as the Godfather
  • Why they won't get in: Can you induct a pimp on a PG rating?
  • Five Greatest Matches/Moments: 1.  As Papa Shango, caused the Ulutimate Wrrior to “throw up” green spew by placing a curse on him (4/12/92)
    2.  As Kama, loses a high profile Casket Match to the Undertaker (8/27/95)
    3.  Defeats Goldust for the Intercontinental Title (4/12/99)
    4.  Defeated Triple H in a Non Title Match on Smackdown (3/16/00)
    5.  With Bull Buchanan, wins the WWF World Tag Team Titles (11/6/00)

Should The Godfather be in the Hall of Fame?

Definitely put him in! - 29.4%
Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 0%
Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 23.5%
No opinion. - 5.9%
No way! - 41.2%

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