The first World Heavyweight Champion recognized by the WWE, “Nature Boy” Buddy Rogers was a flashy yet tough ring combatant. Rogers was chosen by Vince Sr. and Toots Mondt to be their champion as they withdrew from the NWA. Sadly, Rogers had a mild heart attack and had to drop the belt to Bruno Sammartino which prevented the Nature Boy from having much of a title reign. Regardless, Rogers was a good draw in the North East and a decent choice to be the first champion of the WWE.
Jan 01, 1970
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