10 Reasons Why Jake Roberts Is Wrestling’s Original Antihero

10. A Loner

When it came to allies in the World Wrestling Federation, Jake Roberts was an island unto himself.

While he did have sporadic on-screen partners and associates from time to time, most stars of the World Wrestling Federation knew better than to trust a snake. With Roberts, there was always an underlying threat of betrayal present when the unpredictable and volatile 'Snake Man' was involved.

With a reputation as a ruthless villain with loyalties only to himself, few would be foolish enough to let their guard down when the smiling Roberts would ask his fellow man to trust him. Luckily for Roberts, he was a true cerebral master of the ring and didn’t need anyone to fall back on. He lay with snakes and the slippery serpents were all the back-up he would ever need.

His most notable allegiance came with The Undertaker and Paul Bearer. Born out of 'Taker's feud with Ultimate Warrior, the association with 'The Deadman' seemed like a perfect match made in hell. Inevitably, it would be Roberts that turned on 'Taker, proving once more that if you play with a snake, sooner or later, you’re going to get bit.