10 Best WWE Audience Members

4. Sign Guy (WWE)

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ECW's Sign Guy was peculiar but potent presence in the 1990s. Sporting placards with smart mark lingo that was relatively cutting edge at the time, his messages were often punchlines about departing Philadelphia stars, real name references to real life events (that once inspired a legendary Cactus Jack heel turn), or, in one famous case, a weapon labelled "USE MY SIGN" for Tommy Dreamer.

Ultimately, his was a fairly reserved figure with razor sharp wit. WWE's more famous modern equivalent borders on the opposite of both.

Rick Achberger is a gift to WWE for how enthusiastic he is about their product, and he clearly has an absolute blast when he's at shows, but his distinctive red cap/blue shirt look and prop comedy signs made him a low hanging fruit favourite for company cameras. He is at least, incredibly authentic - his Twitter account reflects that of a man who simply really likes what he really likes. Sincerity doesn't have to be scary.

 
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