8 Wrestling Gimmicks Based On Serial Killers

8. Bray Wyatt (Charles Manson)

Obviously, Bray Wyatt's original character isn't the kind to advocate murder on WWE television (that wouldn't exactly fit in with the promotion's current PG demographic). Even without the murderous overtones though, the sinister Wyatt does have an air of Charles Manson about him, mainly due to his cult-leader aura and hippie vibe.

Manipulation of his followers and fostering a deluded loyalty even in the face of crime and murder were all hallmarks of Manson's life; known as 'The Manson Family', his followers were said to have killed as many as seven people in the 1960s all because Charles told them to.

Anyone who watches Bray Wyatt on WWE television regularly will see the links here: Wyatt even has his own group (The Wyatt Family), has a clear persecution complex, and relies on talk of conspiracy to rally his troops.

Bray has also been known to use his quirky personality to intimidate others; even when speaking in hushed tones, he has a menacing feel that reminds one instantly of Manson's laid-back, seemingly perverse need to make others feel uncomfortable.

Charles Manson isn't the only inspiration on Bray Wyatt, but he is one of the most obvious.