10 Best Heels Of WWE's PG Era

10. Mark Henry (Hall Of Pain 2011)

Very few fans could have foreseen Mark Henry becoming one the most entertaining and dominant aspects of WWE programming in 2011. The former 'Sexual Chocolate' had never been a true monster in the promotion and his more comedic roles had always undercut any serious attempt to push him accordingly.

A draft move to Smackdown in April 2011 changed all that. The blue brand was far from blessed when it came to main event talent and Henry transitioned from mid-card tag team performer to World Championship contender in a matter of weeks.

Finally Henry was presented as a legitimate threat and both his in ring style and promo skills flourished in a new heel role.

One of the key aspects of the successful run was the introduction of the Hall of Pain. Originally pitched by Brodus Clay for his own singles run, the gimmick was given to Henry and the rest is history.

Big Show, Kane, Vladimir Kozlov, and The Great Khali all became victims of Henry's new persona, and after an impressive feud with Randy Orton, he captured his first World Championship. Add to that the legendary retirement speech swerve and feud with John Cena and it's clear that the PG Era was when Henry truly lived up to his potential.